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The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle: the most heartwarming and uplifting love story of the year
by Matt CainIS IT EVER TOO LATE TO FOLLOW YOUR HEART?'One of the best uplifting books of the year' INDEPENDENT 'Wonderful . . . An utter treat' KATE MOSSE'A great big hug of a book!' MICHAEL BALL'A heart-warming, joyous love story' ADELE PARKS'I cannot recommend this book highly enough' LORRAINE KELLY'A wonderfully warm story that completely drew me in' RUTH HOGAN _______ 'Albert Entwistle was a postman. It was one of the few things everyone knew about him. And it was one of the few things he was comfortable with people knowing . . .'Living alone since the death of his mam, 64-year-old Albert Entwistle keeps himself to himself. So one frosty December morning, just back from delivering mail full of the Christmas cheer that no one now extends to him, Albert is surprised to find himself in receipt of a letter. The contents shock him. With no friends, and nothing to look forward to, his future suddenly seems lonely and frightening. It's not the first time that Albert has received a letter that will change his life. But, as the snow starts to fall, this time around he's spurred into action. The time has come for him to face the secret he's been keeping for fifty years . . . With a new year fast approaching, Albert needs to be brave and go after what he wants, however much it scares him. And he will begin by looking for the man that, many years ago, he lost - but has never forgotten . . . Join Albert Entwistle as he sets out to find the long-lost love of his life, and has an unforgettable and completely life-affirming adventure on the way. __________ What readers love about The Secret Life Of Albert Entwistle: 'A rollicking love story' IAN McKELLEN'A total triumph. Romantic and heartbreaking and uplifting all at once.' LAURA KAY 'Prepare to fall in love with Albert Entwistle!' S. J. WATSON 'Albert is delightful and charming, and the book is too' JONATHAN HARVEY 'Wonderful. Written with such a good heart, filled with joy and strength and optimism' RUSSELL T. DAVIES, creator of Channel 4's smash-hit It's a Sin 'Beautiful . . . You will weep and yet have your heart filled with joy' ARLENE PHILLIPS'Tender, witty, uplifting' KATE EBERLEN'Albert is the most delicious character and you'll be with him every step of the way' SUN 'A heart-warming and uplifting read' ATTITUDE
The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle: An Uplifting and Unforgettable Story of Love and Second Chances
by Matt Cain&“This rollicking romance entrapped me! True in its detail and its scope, it is amusing yet heart-breaking.&” —Ian McKellen Perfect for fans of Fredrik Backman and TJ Klune, this humorous, life-affirming, and charmingly wise novel tells the story of how the forced retirement of a shy, closeted postman in northern England creates a second chance with his lost love, as he learns to embrace his true self, connect with his community, and finally experience his life&’s great adventure… Indie Next List Selection | Library Reads Selection Every day, Albert Entwistle makes his way through the streets of his small English town, delivering letters and parcels and returning greetings with a quick wave and a &“how do?&” Everyone on his route knows Albert, or thinks they do—a man of quiet routines, content to live alone with his cat, Gracie. Three months before his sixty-fifth birthday, Albert receives a letter from the Royal Mail thanking him for decades of service and stating that he is being forced into retirement. At once, Albert&’s simple life unravels. Without the work that fills his days, what will he do? He has no friends, family, or hobbies—just a past he never speaks of, and a lost love that fills him with regret. And so, rather than continue his lonely existence, Albert forms a brave plan to start truly living, to be honest about who he is . . . and to find George, the man with whom he spent one perfect spring and summer long ago. One painful yet exhilarating step at a time, Albert begins searching for George and revealing his story to those around him. As he does, something extraordinary happens. Albert finds unlikely allies, new friends, and the courage to help others—even as he seeks the happiness he&’s always denied himself. Beautifully written, funny, and wise, The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle is a book to fall in love with and to be inspired by, one that proves it is never too late to live, to hope, and to love.A Note from Matt Cain, the author of The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle:&“One of the things that inspired me to write this novel was all the joy I felt at seeing gay men like myself being embraced by British society. I think you'd be hard-pushed to find any other minority community in the UK that was as hated, feared and vilified as gay men were fifty years ago and is now as widely celebrated and loved. Acceptance of gay men has become a touchstone of British values within less than a decade, something that even the most optimistic commentators couldn&’t have predicted. I wanted to write a book that would celebrate this. And I sincerely hope The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle makes its readers feel good about themselves and the part they&’ve played in bringing about this extraordinary social shift.&” —Matt Cain
The Secret Life of Anna Blanc (An Anna Blanc Mystery #1)
by Jennifer KincheloeIt's 1907 Los Angeles. Mischievous socialite Anna Blanc is the kind of young woman who devours purloined crime novels--but must disguise them behind covers of more domestically-appropriate reading. She could match wits with Sherlock Holmes, but in her world women are not allowed to hunt criminals. Determined to break free of the era's rigid social roles, Anna buys off the chaperone assigned by her domineering father and, using an alias, takes a job as a police matron with the Los Angeles Police Department. There she discovers a string of brothel murders, which the cops are unwilling to investigate. Seizing her one chance to solve a crime, she takes on the investigation herself. If the police find out, she'll get fired; if her father finds out, he'll disown her; and if her fiancé finds out, he'll cancel the wedding and stop pouring money into her father's collapsing bank. Midway into her investigation, the police chief's son, Joe Singer, learns her true identity. And shortly thereafter she learns about blackmail.Anna must choose--either hunt the villain and risk losing her father, fiancé, and wealth, or abandon her dream and leave the killer on the loose.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Secret Life Of Bryan (Visitation #2)
by Lori FosterJaded bounty hunter Bryan Kelly is head-over-hormones in lust with a woman. . .and what she does to his senses is criminal.Double Trouble Bryan Kelly has a few rules. Rule #1: Women are for fun, not commitment. Rule #2: He'll do anything for his twin brother, even switch places with him to find out who's sabotaging his charity. But playing a really good guy isn't easy around a luscious Shay Sommers. Which brings him to Rule #3: If you can't avoid temptation, succumb with abandon...Society pages icon Shay Sommers has made her name in charity work. And she'll go to any length to help these girls from the inside out. It certainly won't be hard to act the street siren with the gorgeous man who runs the place, even if he does seem less like a shepherd and much more like a wolf...one with a hungry look that's making Shay feel she might be his next dinner...
The Secret Life of Lady Gabriella
by Liz FieldingLady Gabriella March is the perfect domestic goddess-at least, that's what her editor at Milady magazine thinks! In truth she's simply Ellie March, cleaner and aspiring writer, who uses the beautiful mansion she is house-sitting to inspire her. When the owner returns unexpectedly, Ellie's fledgling writing career is threatened. But even more dangerous is the man himself! Gorgeous Dr. Benedict Faulkner is quite the opposite of the aging academic she imagined, and soon it is her heart, and not just her secret, that is exposed. . . ;.
The Secret Life of Lady Julia (The\temberlay Ser. #2)
by Lecia CornwallWhen star-crossed lovers reunite under strange circumstances in Regency England, will they be brave enough to take a second chance at love?The Secret Life of Lady Julia is Lecia Cornwall’s seductive follow-up to her debut historical romance, How to Deceive a Duke.Lady Julia Leighton is engaged to a long-time family friend who doesn’t spark her passion, and at her betrothal ball she meets a seductive stranger who steals hot kisses—and much more—from the beautiful innocent.Thomas Merritt is a thief of women’s hearts, and their expensive jewels. His steamy encounter with Lady Julia unexpectedly has him rethinking his wicked ways, but in the end, Thomas flees temptation.When their paths cross years later, Julia has a secret she’s desperate to bury and Thomas is hiding something dangerous, but he needs her help to set things right. Can two lovers with dark pasts overcome their tangled history and rekindle their former love?
The Secret Life of Lady Lucinda
by Sophie BarnesLucy Blackwell is desperate, reckless, and maybe a little bit crazy. That's the only possible explanation for tricking a man she doesn't know into a dance, a kiss, and an engagement—all in the middle of the biggest ball of the year! But Lord William Summersby is the final piece of her grand plan, and she'll do what it takes to make this marriage of convenience work—as long as it's convenient for her. She just never counted on falling in love . . .
The Secret Life of Mac
by Melinda MetzMacGuyver the cat is back at his mischievous matchmaking ways in this romance inspired by the true story by the author of Talk to the Paw.MacGyver the tabby is feeling very pleased with himself after helping his human, Jamie Snyder, find the perfect packmate. By stealing personal items from the home of Jamie&’s handsome neighbor, MacGuyver brought these two LA singles together. Now, while the newlyweds are off on their honeymoon, MacGyver is ready for his next matchmaking challenge—his cat sitter Briony.After making the tough decision to leave her fiancé at the altar, Briony jumps at the chance to cat sit for her cousin Jamie&’s cat. But MacGyver has more than just cuddles and reality TV in mind. He lures Briony to a local retirement community—and to the charming young man in charge. Briony and Nate hit it off instantly. But Briony feels skittish about starting another relationship. And with someone sabotaging his community, Nate has problems of his own. Crazy humans. Why can&’t they follow their instincts and go after the love they deserve? MacGyver is on the case. And this time, he&’s not pussyfooting around . . . Crazy humans. Why can&’t they follow their instincts and go after the love they deserve? MacGyver is on the case. And this time, he&’s not pussyfooting around . . . RAVES FOR TALK TO THE PAW &“Filled with romance and adorable kitty antics . . . a light and cozy read!&”—Modern Cat &“Surpassingly cute story of a matchmaking cat determined to pair off his human with a neighbor through the power of stinky laundry.&”—Kirkus Reviews &“Whimsical . . . fans of cozy romances will root for these . . . appealing characters.&”—
The Secret Life of Miss Anna Marsh (The Marriage Game #2)
by Ella QuinnFor Ella Quinn&’s bachelors, courtship is all about gamesmanship, until the right woman shows them how much they have to learn . . . Since she was a young girl, Anna Marsh has dreamed of Sebastian, Baron Rutherford asking for her hand in marriage. But that was in another life when her brother Harry was alive, before she vowed to secretly continue the work he valiantly died for. Now as Sebastian finally courts Anna, she must thwart his advances. Were he to discover her secret, he would never deem her a suitable wife . . . Sebastian has always known Anna would become his wife someday. He expects few obstacles, but when she dissuades him at every turn he soon realizes there is much more to this intriguing woman. Somehow he must prove to her that they are meant to be together. But first he must unravel the seductive mystery that is Miss Anna Marsh . . .
The Secret Life of Mrs. Claus
by Carly AlexanderFalling in love during the holidays can be naughty and oh-so-nice ... So much for the glamorous life this holiday season. Last year, Olivia Todd was on stage in New York with the other fabulous Rockettes; this year, her whole holiday has just been put on ice—literally. A broken ankle sends her home to Baltimore, where the only gig available is playing Mrs. Claus at Rossman's department store. Such fun! It gets better. The ex-boyfriend (affectionately known as King Rat) has managed to trash Olivia's reputation all over town by making her the subject of a 'fictional' cable TV show about a bad news girlfriend named—yep, Olivia. And it's called The Nutcracker. So now her only Christmas wish is a second chance, and with a little help from her seventh-grade sweetheart—plus some of that wonderful Christmas magic—who knows? 'Tis the season, after all...
The Secret Life of Remy Walsh
by Russell J. SandersRemy Walsh is buried in secrets. The big ones he keeps from his friends are his maman, the Cajun beauty Aurore, is housebound and trapped in her own world, and his runaway father left seven years ago without a word to Remy. He hates him.But Remy has another giant secret. Even though he and his boyfriend Trung are a popular couple at school, Remy is afraid to tell his mother he is gay. The last thing he wants to do is hurt this fragile being he loves so much.So he retreats into the cocoon that being an actor is, starring in his school’s musical and forgetting for a time each day, during rehearsal, that he has so many problems eating at him.His home is about to literally come crashing down on him. He well knows, but doesn’t believe, that secrets have a way of coming out.Will anyone come to his rescue?
The Secret Life of Violet Grant (The Schuler Sisters Novels #1)
by Beatriz Williams"Williams conjures up another substantive beach read steeped in history and familial intrigue.... Readers will love wallowing in the twists and turns of this irresistibly luxurious tale." --Booklist Passion, redemption, and a battered suitcase full of secrets: the New York Times-bestselling author of A Hundred Summers returns with another engrossing tale. Manhattan, 1964. Vivian Schuyler, newly graduated from Bryn Mawr College, has recently defied the privilege of her storied old Fifth Avenue family to do the unthinkable for a budding Kennedy-era socialite: break into the Madison Avenue world of razor-stylish Metropolitan magazine. But when she receives a bulky overseas parcel in the mail, the unexpected contents draw her inexorably back into her family's past, and the hushed-over crime passionnel of an aunt she never knew, whose existence has been wiped from the record of history. Berlin, 1914. Violet Schuyler Grant endures her marriage to the philandering and decades-older scientist Dr. Walter Grant for one reason: for all his faults, he provides the necessary support to her liminal position as a young American female physicist in prewar Germany. The arrival of Dr. Grant's magnetic former student at the beginning of Europe's fateful summer interrupts this delicate détente. Lionel Richardson, a captain in the British Army, challenges Violet to escape her husband's perverse hold, and as the world edges into war and Lionel's shocking true motives become evident, Violet is tempted to take the ultimate step to set herself free and seek a life of her own conviction with a man whose cause is as audacious as her own. As the iridescent and fractured Vivian digs deeper into her aunt's past and the mystery of her ultimate fate, Violet's story of determination and desire unfolds, shedding light on the darkness of her years abroad . . . and teaching Vivian to reach forward with grace for the ambitious future--and the love--she wants most.
Secret Lives: Book 1 (Darke Academy #1)
by Gabriella PooleThe Darke Academy is a school like no other. An élite establishment that moves to an exotic new city every term, its students are impossibly beautiful, sophisticated and rich. And the more new scholarship girl Cassie Bell learns about the Academy, the more curious she becomes.What sinister secrets are guarded by the Few - the select group of students who keep outsiders away? Who is the dark stranger prowling the corridors at night? And what really happened a year earlier, when the last scholarship girl died in mysterious circumstances?One thing Cassie will discover is that a little knowledge may be a dangerous thing, but knowing too much can be deadly...
Secret Lives After Hours: An opposites attract, workplace romance (The Kane Heirs #2)
by Cynthia St. AubinA wealthy playboy plans to school his father&’s shy assistant in the pleasures of the French Riviera, but she may teach him a thing or two in this The Kane Heirs novel by Cynthia St. Aubin.&“This is a match I can&’t afford to lose.&” After two years of wanting billionaire Mason Kane from afar, shy Charlotte Westbrook is shocked—and thrilled—to find the polished executive boxing in an elite underground fight club. But her boss&’s son may have learned her dirty little secret, too. Now Mason is offering to whisk her away for a glamorous vacation in the Cote d&’Azur to explore each other&’s secret sides. One unforgettable week of Mason unleashed. One week for Charlotte to prove she&’s his equal both in bed and out… What could possibly go wrong?From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.You&’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of The Kane Heirs series: Book 1: Corner Office ConfessionsBook 2: Secret Lives After HoursBook 3: Bad Boy with Benefits
Secret Lives of Cheating Wives: A Novel
by Curtis BunnDelve into the minds of several frisky women who are willing to risk it all in the pursuit of pleasure from bestselling author Curtis Bunn.With sensual language and a unique understanding of women, The Secret Lives of Cheating Wives by Curtis Bunn is a gripping novel that reveals the lengths today's women will go to indulge their deepest desires. The most unlikely of women--God-fearing, child-raising, career-driven, soft-spoken women--are taking risks outside their marriages unlike any time before, a state of affairs that has become an underground movement. Refusing to boast about their extramarital affairs like men, these women keep quiet and yet, the more they engage, the more daring they become--and the more at risk their marriages become, too. With relatable and complex characters, The Secret Lives of Cheating Wives, is more than your typical romance: it strives to explore the psyche of these women and challenges you into understanding their actions, all while enjoying a tense, steamy ride filled with edge-of-your-seat drama.
The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen (The Doomsday Books #1)
by KJ CharlesGothic scandal meets Bridgerton intrigue in this swashbuckling Regency romance from celebrated author KJ Charles.Abandoned by his father, Gareth Inglis grew up lonely, prickly, and well-used to disappointment. Still, he longs for a connection. When he meets a charming stranger, he falls head over heels—until everything goes wrong and he's left alone again. Then Gareth's father dies, turning the shabby London clerk into Sir Gareth, with a grand house on the remote Romney Marsh and a family he doesn't know.The Marsh is another world, a strange, empty place notorious for its ruthless gangs of smugglers. And one of them is dangerously familiar…Joss Doomsday has run the Doomsday smuggling clan since he was a boy. When the new baronet—his old lover—agrees to testify against Joss's sister, Joss acts fast to stop him. Their reunion is anything but happy, yet after the dust settles, neither can stay away. Soon, all Joss and Gareth want is the chance to be together. But the bleak, bare Marsh holds deadly secrets. And when Gareth finds himself threatened from every side, the gentleman and the smuggler must trust one another not just with their hearts, but with their lives.Readers Rave about KJ Charles:"KJ Charles is one of the best romance novelists writing today. Historical romance at its finest." —Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author"Once again KJ Charles has produced an absolute masterpiece!" —Joanna Shupe, USA Today bestselling author"A romantic, swashbuckling tale from start to finish."—Manda Collins, Bestselling Author of A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem
The Secret Lives Of Doctors' Wives
by Ann MajorHe always got what he wantedPierce Carver was one of Austin's richest, most successful surgeons. And he was going to marry trauma nurse Rose Marie Castle and put her aching feet into glass slippers. Unfortunately, the doctor had a weakness for the allure of youth and feminine perfection. He jilted Rose Marie three years ago, and she's still dreaming of revenge....Until someone wanted him deadAnd things are looking bad for Rose Marie. The night Pierce died she was inside his magnificent home, half naked and very willing to accept his apologies. Now she's the prime suspect. Worse, her high school sweetheart is the investigating detective. But if Rose Marie didn't kill the not-so-good doctor, who did? Between his ex-wives, his angry stepchildren and the deep, dirty secrets driving their lives, somebody resorted to murder. And it looks as if Dr. Carver kept the biggest, baddest secrets of all....
Secret Love
by Cathryn De BourghAngelyn de Poitiers is the heir to an ancient lineage, and after her father dies, she knows all that's left in this life is to fulfill his last will. For that reason she travels to the castle of Saint Auxerre in northern France, with the purpose of marrying the younger brother of the distinguished marquis de Ferbes. The innocent young woman arrives after a troubled trip, only to discover her betrothed is absent and her hosts are cold and mysterious people, save for a certain gentleman's gaze, that keeps folowing her everywhere and wanting her in silence... Secret Love, a French love story filled with intrigue, mystery, and passion.
Secret Love (Madaris Family Saga #6)
by Brenda JacksonHe wants nothing to do with a pampered celebrity, until she flips his whole world upside down… Don’t miss this reader favorite from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson.Celebrity actress Diamond Swain needs a peaceful place to hide out from the news-hungry paparazzi—a place like Whispering Pines. And yet from the moment she arrives at the remote Texas ranch, Diamond finds herself at odds with its rugged owner, Jake Madaris—a man who challenges her to care about more than making it to the top.Jake doesn’t have time to babysit some Hollywood star. Then he comes face-to-face with beautiful, compassionate Diamond and is drawn into a whirlwind, secret romance. But is what he shares with her strong enough to overcome the media’s prying eyes? Together Jake and Diamond must discover what’s truly important…if they’re to claim a love that lasts a lifetime.Title originally published in 2000
Secret Love
by Brenda JacksonActress Diamond Swain heads to Whispering Pines to hide out from news-hungry press. Yet from the moment she arrives at the remote Texas ranch, she finds herself at odds with its rugged owner, Jack Madaris. He challenges her to care about more than making it to the top. Reissue.
A Secret Love (Cynster Series #5)
by Stephanie LaurensAnd now, Stephanie Laurens has created her boldest Cynster yet - Gabriel - a man who has known the pleasure of many women, but who has given his heart to no one. She was desperate for his help... When a mysterious lady, her face hidden by a black veil, begs Gabriel Cynster for his help, he cannot refuse her plea. For despite her disguise, Gabriel finds the woman alluring and he is powerless to deny her. But he exacts payment as only a Cynster would demand: with each piece of information he uncovers, she must pay him - in the form of a kiss. He was powerless to resist... Lady Alathea Morwellan knows Gabriel is intrigued, but despite the sparks that fly between them, they have never passed a civil moment together. Yet as the stakes get higher, so does Gabriel's desire for payment. And with each overpowering kiss, each passionate embrace, Alathea knows that she will not be able to resist his ultimate seduction...but what will happen when she reveals the truth?
The Secret Love-Child (Passion Ser. #26)
by Miranda LeeA jilted bride turns her honeymoon trip into a steamy fling with no expectations—until she finds herself expecting—in this sexy romance novel.When her fiancé suddenly breaks off their engagement, Isabel Hunt is left with a non-refundable honeymoon on her hands. Rather than let it go to waste, she boldly asks drop-dead gorgeous wedding photographer Rafe St. Vincet to join her on the trip.One look at Rafe, and Isabel knows the arrogant ladies’ man will be the perfect no-strings rebound. But there’s more to Rafe than what pleasingly meets the eye. And their scorching hot honeymoon is about to take an unexpected turn . . . when it suddenly seems that Isabel has gotten pregnant.
Secret Love Diaries: Sam (Sweet Valley University #62)
by Francine Pascal Laurie JohnFrom the journal of Sam Burgess:<P>Me and the richest, snobbiest girl at SVU? No way.<P>1. She has a boyfriend<P>2. I'm sorta seeing someone (key word: sorta!)<P>So why can't I get Lila Fowler off my mind?
Secret Lover
by Shawna DelacorteA mysterious and sexy strangerAndrea Sinclair found herself inexplicably drawn to Jim Richards-mind and body-as if she already knew him. His hair and face were wrong, but there was something about the man... Was he the one she'd been searching for ever since he left the Witness Protection Program with a price on his head?Jim had been alone for too long-alone and lonely. He couldn't help fantasizing about Andi, though she represented life-threatening danger to him. She knew everything about him-everything he'd carefully tried to erase. Could he trust her to help him find the killer who pursued him...? He didn't have a choice. His heart wouldn't let him leave her.
The Secret Lover
by Julia LondonJulia London captivated readers and critics alike with her acclaimed Rogues of Regent Street trilogy. Now the nationally bestselling author Romantic Times calls "a rising star" returns with the passionate story of a man and a woman pursued by secrets, shadowed by scandal, and surprised by love... Eight years after fleeing England in the wake of a terrible scandal, Sophie Dane is no longer the trusting debutante betrayed by love. Now as companion to a worldly French widow, she returns to London where her arrival instantly sets tongues wagging...and attracts the roving eye of aristocratic Trevor Hamilton. But it is his mysterious brother, Caleb, in whom Sophie senses a kindred soul--and who captivates her as no other man has before. Reared on the continent, Caleb has come home to his ailing father--only to be shunned by society as a fortune-hunting imposter. Sophie, alone, seems to believe in him. But an unexpected series of events sets them both in flight once more. As scandal pursues them to a remote ancestral estate, a man and a woman haunted by the past will defy every convention on earth for a future in each other's arms...From the Paperback edition.