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With a broken heart and a broken spirit, Hattie is in need of a summer escape. So when an opportunity comes up to work at a beautiful, stately chateau in the Champagne region of France she books her flights quicker than the pop of a cork. Romance is the last thing Hattie is looking for but then she wasn't expecting gorgeous Luc to stroll into her life. With picnics in the warm French sun and delicious foodie trips to the local market, Hattie starts...

Forty amazing places where you can escape reality and reconnect with nature These unforgettable locations in Britain's wild corners range from lighthouses to cottages, from bothies to boats. Although they're the stuff of dreams, in reality they're affordable and reachable. In addition to the wild escapes themselves, this book gives you invaluable information about their surrounding areas, including walks and wildlife. The book is beautifully photographed...

Holidays, relatives, pressure to marry-sometimes it is all too much. Is it any wonder a woman may need to escape? The heroines in this collection of stories aren't afraid to take matters into their own hands when they've had enough. The Ultimate Escape, by Susana Ellis - On the eve of her wedding, Julia needs to take a moment to consider what she is doing, and where better than 100 years in the past? Unfortunately, Oliver finds a way to chase her...

"Dreams of Distant Shores: Tales of Island Escapes" is a captivating collection of stories that transport readers to exotic and enchanting island destinations around the globe. From the turquoise waters of the Caribbean to the lush rainforests of the South Pacific, each tale immerses you in the beauty and allure of island life. Whether it's a romantic getaway, a thrilling adventure, or a journey of self-discovery, these stories capture the essence...

"Journeys of the Heart: Romantic Escapes Around the World" sweeps readers away on a whirlwind of love and adventure across the globe. This enchanting collection of stories follows couples as they embark on unforgettable romantic getaways, from secluded beach retreats to charming countryside escapes and vibrant city rendezvous. Each narrative captures the essence of love and romance against the backdrop of stunning landscapes and cultural wonders....

Fall in love with the Christmas romance of the year, full of love and second chances! Lottie Grant loves the festive season so much that she works at the incredibly successful Christmas shop, Christmas Crackers, in her pretty Scottish home town of Craig Brae. But when the shop is sold, her world is turned upside down, leaving her wondering what she will do next. Just as she’s about to give up hope on finding a new dream job, an offer comes that...

"Nearly a decade after getting chased out of the Army for fighting back against abuse, Monna Locke's skill and discretion have made her the go-to safecracker for Los Angeles clients who need vaults opened and no questions asked. When a lawyer hires her to retrieve a box from his client's mansion, it seems like an easy payday--until she opens the safe and is immediately attacked by heavily-armed men. Locke barely escapes and returns to her isolated...

"Lucy is the tourist vacationing at a beach house on Prince Edward Island. Felix is the local who shows her a very good time. The only problem: Lucy doesn't know he's her best friend's younger brother. Lucy and Felix's chemistry is unreal, but the list of reasons why they need to stay away from each other is long, and they vow to never repeat that electric night again. It's easier said than done. Each year, Lucy escapes to PEI for a big breath of...

Meet Rubi, a tiny ant with a big personality and an even bigger love for stories. Who knew the small world of her colony could be full of unexpected friendships, epic adventures, and death-defying escapes?

"An unforgettable memoir about a girl who escapes her childhood as a preschool drug dealer to earn a divinity degree from Duke University--and then realizes she must confront her past to truly find her way home. "Home, it turns out, is where the war is. It's also where the healing begins." Born to drug-dealing parents in rural Indiana, Dana Trent is a preschooler the first time she uses a razor blade to cut up weed and fill dime bags for her schizophrenic...