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Gone With the Windsors
Gone With the Windsors
Laurie Graham
¥76.22
The hilarious and touching novel from Laurie Graham – the fictional diary of the Queen’s best friend in pre-war London. Laurie Graham's brilliant novel is the fictional diary of Maybell Brumby, a wealthy American widow who arrives in London in 1932 and discovers that an old school friend is in town: Bessie Wallis Warfield, now Mrs Ernest Simpson. Maybell and Wally are made for one another. One has money and a foothold in high society, courtesy of a sister who married well. The other has ruthless ambition and enough energy to power the National Grid. Before the year is out, Wally has begun her seduction of the Prince of Wales, and as she clambers towards the throne she makes sure Maybell and her cheque book are always close at hand. So Maybell becomes an eye-witness to the Abdication Crisis. From her perch in Carlton Gardens, home of her influential brother-in-law Lord Melhuish, she has the perfect vantage point for observing the anxious, changing allegiances for and against Queen Wally, and the political contours of pre-war London. When the crisis comes and Wally flees to the south of France, she insists on Maybell going with her. 'Are you sure that's advisable, darling?' asks the King. 'Of course it is,' snaps Wally. 'She's the Paymaster General.' Maybell's diary records the marriage, the Windsors' exile, and the changing complexion of the Greatest Love Story. It takes the sound of German jackboots at the gate and personal tragedy to make her close its pages for the last time.
In the Blood
In the Blood
Philip Loraine
¥76.22
Lydia Ackland was nearly blind when she fell downstairs and was killed. Her grandchildren have always accepted the official verdict – accident. Besides, they have their own problems: beautiful Kate is ending a love-affair; her brother Daniel is painfully crippled. But then that letter comes to light. Only days before her death, somebody wrote and warned their grandmother that she was ‘opening a disastrous Pandora’s Box’ and should ‘let sleeping, and perhaps dangerous, dogs lie’. The letter goads Kate and Daniel into asking lots of questions. First, who wrote it? And why does the answer, once discovered, point to their arrogant Uncle Mark, who, with his ambitious wife Helen, has inherited Longwater, the vast family estate, and the vast fortune that goes with it. Why were Mark and Helen banished from England in their youth and what are the secrets behind their long European exile? Kate follows their footsteps through Italy and Corsica, while Daniel continues to ask questions in England. Within days, both their lives have been threatened, confirming their suspicions that all is not a it seems – and perhaps never has been…
The Friends Forever Collection
The Friends Forever Collection
Jean Ure
¥73.58
Three of Jean Ure’s stories in one bumper volume of classic girly fiction with ‘Sugar and Spice’, ‘Secret Meeting’ and ‘Is Anybody There’? ‘Sugar and Spice’: Geeky Ruth Spicer is shocked when super-cool Shayanne Sugar wants to be her friend. ‘Secret Meeting’: Annie's arranged the coolest birthday present for her best friend, Megan. ‘Is Anybody There?’: The friendship of three girls is tested when one of them accepts a lift with a stranger. These three classic girl’s stories combine vivid characters with real life problems and a touch of humour, making this essential reading for 10 – 12 year old girls.
C. S. Lewis: A Biography
C. S. Lewis: A Biography
Roger Lancelyn Green,Walter Hooper
¥76.91
This is the true story of C.S. Lewis – one of the greatest writers of the 20th-century – whose books for children and adults have become much loved classics. Part of the story of C.S. Lewis has been made famous through the film ‘Shadowlands’. Here this fascinating man’s entire life story is told by those who knew him personally. C.S. Lewis was born in Belfast in 1898 and was sent to England for a public school education with his elder brother, Warren. Lewis exhibited a genius for imagination and perception from his earliest years. Brought up in a Christian household, Lewis lost his faith in his teenage years but was to regain it, with reluctance, as a fellow at Magdalen College, Oxford. His faith subsequently influenced his writings. He became a vigorous champion of the Christian faith through classics such as ‘Mere Christianity’ and through his BBC broadcasts. His ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ became children’s classics and he was deluged with correspondence from his young readers. In his latter years he unexpectedly fell deeply in love with a divorced American, Joy Greshem, and married her, only to suffer the devastation of her death a few years later. C.S. Lewis died in 1963 at his home in Oxford. During his lifetime C.S. Lewis suggested to his friend, Roger Lancelyn Green, who was a fellow English scholar, that he would undertake his biography one day. After Lewis’s death in 1963 Lancelyn Green and Walter Hooper were approached by several of Lewis’s friends to write the biography. Warren Lewis, brother to Jack, contributed a great deal to the writing. The authors had at their disposal a vast collection of letters and diaries, as well as the recollections of many surviving family members and friends. Walter Hooper has enhanced the original text with additional material to provide a new, expanded edition which all C.S. Lewis fans will be keen to own.
The Man Who Created the Middle East: A Story of Empire, Conflict and the Sykes-P
The Man Who Created the Middle East: A Story of Empire, Conflict and the Sykes-P
Christopher Simon Sykes
¥73.58
At the age of only 36, Sir Mark Sykes was signatory to the Sykes-Picot agreement, one of the most reviled treaties of modern times. A century later, Christopher Sykes’ lively biography of his grandfather reassesses his life and work, and the political instability and violence in the Middle East attributed to it. The Sykes–Picot agreement was drawn by the eponymous British and French diplomats in 1916 to determine the divide of the collapsing empire in the event of an allied victory in World War I. Excluding Arab involvement, it negated their earlier guarantee of independence made by the British – and controversy has raged around it ever since. But who was Mark Sykes? A century on, Christopher Simon Sykes reveals new facets of a misremembered diplomatic giant. Using previously undisclosed family letters and cartoons by his grandfather, he delivers a comprehensive and humbling account of the man behind one of the most impactful policies in the Middle East.
The Lieutenants' Online Love (Mills & Boon True Love) (American Heroes, Book 37)
The Lieutenants' Online Love (Mills & Boon True Love) (American Heroes, Book 37)
Caro Carson
¥39.63
What happens when your internet crush, shows up in real life? Lieutenant Thane Carter is professionally successful, but his love life stinks. Why can’t his off-limits co-worker Lieutenant Chloe Michael could be more like his online love? Things only complicate further when they turn out to be the same person!
Reunited With The Sheriff (Mills & Boon True Love) (The Delaneys of Sandpiper Be
Reunited With The Sheriff (Mills & Boon True Love) (The Delaneys of Sandpiper Be
Lynne Marshall
¥29.43
They promised to meet in four years… He was there. Where was she? Conor Delaney believed he and Shelby Brookes had something special – until the girl he’d loved since fourth grade was a no-show for their romantic reunion. Two years on, Shelby’s back in town! Shelby has her reasons for what she did, and a plan to win Conor back!
Road Trip With The Best Man (Mills & Boon True Love)
Road Trip With The Best Man (Mills & Boon True Love)
Sophie Pembroke
¥39.63
A jilted bride, a best man… And a journey that will change their lives! With her dream wedding in tatters, Dawn Featherington resolves to track down her errant groom and demand answers. But not trusting her intentions, billionaire best man Cooper Edwards refuses to let her go alone. But with each passing mile, Cooper begins to realise they could be on the road to happy-ever-after!
Falling For The Venetian Billionaire (Mills & Boon True Love) (Holiday with a Bi
Falling For The Venetian Billionaire (Mills & Boon True Love) (Holiday with a Bi
Rebecca Winters
¥39.63
An Italian escape, and a chance to love again? Ginger Lawrence’s heart goes wild when she meets Vittorio Della Scalla on a magical trip to Venice. As the billionaire whisks her around his city, widow Ginger finds she is falling for her gorgeous guide, and loving someone again suddenly seems possible…
Marry Me, Major (Mills & Boon True Love) (American Heroes, Book 38)
Marry Me, Major (Mills & Boon True Love) (American Heroes, Book 38)
Merline Lovelace
¥39.63
Can even sham marriages end in happily ever after? Desperate to keep custody of her late sister’s sweet stepdaughter, Alexis Smith needs to find a husband… fast. US Air Force Major Ben Kincaid seems like the perfect candidate. A brief marriage of convenience suits them both – until Ben moves in. Suddenly, playing house seems a little too real…
Coming Home To Crimson (Mills & Boon True Love) (Crimson, Colorado, Book 8)
Coming Home To Crimson (Mills & Boon True Love) (Crimson, Colorado, Book 8)
Michelle Major
¥29.43
Two opposite personalities – one mutual attraction Escaping from a cheating fiancé in a “borrowed” car, Sienna Pierce can’t think of anywhere to go but Crimson, the hometown she swore she’d never go back to. But soon Crimson sheriff Cole Bennett catches her eye. On the surface they have nothing in common, but there is nothing superficial about their feelings!
Surrogate Escape (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Apache Protectors: Wolf Den, Book 1)
Surrogate Escape (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Apache Protectors: Wolf Den, Book 1)
Jenna Kernan
¥39.63
Saving her is his number one priority! Branded a traitor, Rikki Taylor is in the sights of sniper Quinn McBride’s rifle. Yet the navy SEAL knows this woman intimately, and there’s no way she’d betray her country…or him. Discovering her real secrets can wait – first, they must make it out alive!
Roughshod Justice (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Blue River Ranch, Book 4)
Roughshod Justice (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Blue River Ranch, Book 4)
Delores Fossen
¥39.63
No memory and orders to kill. Texas Ranger Jameson Beckett discovers Kelly Stockwell alive – except she has amnesia, and a note demanding she kill Jameson! With secrets unravelling and bullets flying, does Jameson trust Kelly enough to save them both?
Federal Agent Under Fire (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Protectors of Cade County, Book
Federal Agent Under Fire (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Protectors of Cade County, Book
Julie Anne Lindsey
¥39.63
She fought for her life – but the terror continues. FBI agent Blake Garrett is trying to track a serial killer and now the madman has attacked Marissa Lane. She escaped with her life…but is still in danger. Blake is torn between a need find the killer and protect the woman he can’t possibly keep!
The Sheriff's Secret (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Protectors of Cade County, Book 2)
The Sheriff's Secret (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Protectors of Cade County, Book 2)
Julie Anne Lindsey
¥39.63
A Sheriff with a secret – and a second chance at love! After being called to the site of a shooting, Sheriff West Garrett finds the only woman he’s ever loved crying over the body and covered in blood! But Tina Ellet is the target of a crazed stalker and West is her only protection – he’ll risk everything for her!
One Intrepid Seal (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Mission: Six, Book 1)
One Intrepid Seal (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Mission: Six, Book 1)
Elle James
¥39.63
He found his target and lost his heart… SEAL Dalton “Diesel” Landon knows that Reese Brantley is no damsel in distress – but she does need rescuing! Diesel and Reese are on the run. In the middle of the jungle, it’s clear that Diesel’s real danger is losing his heart to Reese…
Cease Fire (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Omega Sector: Under Siege, Book 3)
Cease Fire (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Omega Sector: Under Siege, Book 3)
Janie Crouch
¥39.63
A sordid past, a killer secret… When Keira Spencer is targeted by a killer, only handsome Omega agent Roman can save her. From entirely different worlds, Roman needs to get over Keira’s infamous past to win her heart.
Black Rock Guardian (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Apache Protectors: Wolf Den, Book 4)
Black Rock Guardian (Mills & Boon Heroes) (Apache Protectors: Wolf Den, Book 4)
Jenna Kernan
¥39.63
When you play both sides…there’s always a price Ty Redhorse finds himself tied at a crossroads when he meets FBI agent Beth Hoosay. Forced to choose between his gang and Beth, Ty isn’t sure how much longer he can ignore their sizzling attraction.
The Lawman's Yuletide Baby (Mills & Boon Love Inspired) (Grace Haven, Book 4)
The Lawman's Yuletide Baby (Mills & Boon Love Inspired) (Grace Haven, Book 4)
Ruth Logan Herne
¥39.63
Her Holiday Hero Widow Corinne Gallagher’s plans for a peaceful Christmas with her kids go astray when longtime crush Gabe Cutler moves in next door. As if having the hunky state trooper in snowball-throwing distance isn’t distracting enough, Gabe is suddenly in custody of an orphaned infant—and in need of Corinne’s help! She agrees, but her heart draws a line—she can't fall for another lawman. After a devastating loss, Gabe has avoided fatherhood and love. Yet with Corinne and the children, his new house is starting to feel like home. Will Gabe run again, or finally fulfill his secret Christmas wish for a family? Grace Haven: A town full of heart, happiness and home.
Mail-Order Christmas Baby (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Historical) (Montana Court
Mail-Order Christmas Baby (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Historical) (Montana Court
Sherri Shackelford
¥39.63
The Rancher’s Special Delivery The “package” is addressed to him, but rancher Sterling Blackwell certainly didn’t order a baby! More scandalous still, he and the town’s pretty teacher are named as parents. With gossip running wild, only a marriage of convenience can protect little Gracie and their reputations until her real family is found. Heather O’Connor is content to be Valentine, Montana’s spinster schoolmarm…until Gracie’s arrival stirs her heart. She can’t keep the adorable child without Sterling’s help, though she promises not to interfere with his life. But staying aloof from her handsome husband isn’t easy with a tiny matchmaker in tow. A mistake brought them together, but love might just make them a family by Christmas… Montana Courtships: Romance unfolds under the Big Sky
A Child's Christmas Wish (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Historical)
A Child's Christmas Wish (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Historical)
Erica Vetsch
¥39.63
A Baby for Christmas The only Christmas gift Oscar Rabb’s four-year-old daughter prays for is one the widower can’t provide: a baby sibling. And when his neighbor’s house burns down, he’s willing to open his home to pregnant and widowed Kate Amaker and her in-laws—but not his heart. Even if his little girl’s convinced Kate’s unborn child is the answer to her wish. Kate quickly sees the generous but aloof Oscar has little interest in growing closer to his houseguests. Still, she intends to make the coming Christmas a season to remember for his daughter. And as Oscar starts to open up to her, Kate can’t help picturing just how wonderful the holidays—and a future together—might be.