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Romantická společenská komedie s živými a vtipnými dialogy a dobře prokreslenými postavami. S hlavní hrdinkou se ocitnete v bance: Alix Callaghanová tu patří ke špičkovým pracovníkům. Je mladá, energická, dravá a všechno jí vychází až do chvíle, kdy ji zničehonic opustí její dlouholetý přítel, novinář Paul. Od té doby se Alix začne hroutit svět: v práci dělá chyby, onemocní, na její místo se dere někdo jiný, kolegové kují pikle... Alix byla nahoře a teď se ocitla na dně. Nic však není ztraceno, pokud se člověk nevzdává. Také naši hrdinku čeká nový vzestup kariéry i osobní štěstí.

It's the perfect marriage. Everyone says so, even her closest friend. Really, as Vince has pointed out, many times, Imogen just couldn't manage without him. And he's saved her from the family that didn't love her. Couldn't she? And has he? There's only one way to find out. Imogen's on a journey in search of herself. But her past is right on her heels.

Gemma ended her marriage long ago, so why is she so upset when David marries again? The trouble has just begun in this bestselling novel by Sheila O'Flanagan, author MY MOTHER'S SECRET and SUDDENLY SINGLE

Her husband has betrayed her. Can she forgive him - and should she? From the author of the bestsellers THE WOMEN WHO RAN AWAY, THREE WEDDINGS AND A PROPOSAL and THE MISSING WIFE'One of my favourite authors' Marian Keyes

When Steffie helps her two siblings organize a surprise wedding anniversary party for their parents her only worry is whether they'll be pleased. What she doesn't know is this is the day that her whole world will be turned upside down. Jenny wants to be able to celebrate her ruby anniversary with the man she loves, but for forty years she has kept a secret. A secret that she can't bear to hide any longer. But is it ever the right time to hurt the people closest to you? As the entire family gather to toast the happy couple, they're expecting a day to remember. The trouble is, it's not going to be for the reasons they imagined...

A holiday in paradise they'll never forget... Sheila O'Flanagan's THE SEASON OF CHANGE transports her readers to the Caribbean island resort of White Sands, where visitors arrive hoping their dreams will come true - and they sometimes do. Not to be missed by readers of Veronica Henry and Freya North. The Season of Change was previously published as Connections . Where do you go to solve all your problems? Where would you go if you were a singer fed up with the fame you never desired? Where would you choose to get married if you didn't want a certain high-maintenance, nightmare guest in attendance? Where would you go to pretend your marriage wasn't the sham you always thought it was? And if you were a writer looking for a gripping new plot, where could you find it? At the beautiful White Sands resort the Caribbean sunshine works its magic - just so long as its guests' troubles haven't followed them all the way to paradise... Praise for Sheila O'Flanagan's bestselling novels: 'Wonderfully escapist...captivating' Daily Express 'A beautiful backdrop to the story of a woman finding acceptance and new beginnings' Woman & Home 'A hugely enjoyable romance, written with pace and heart' Sunday Mirror 'Page-turner' Bella 'I read the book in one sitting as it was so enjoyable, full of romance and kept you riveted until the last page' Woman's Way

Eden's ready for a new start, putting the past behind her. But others have their own ideas of what's best for her . . . The heart-breaking, life- affirming and unforgettable new novel from the author of THE WOMEN WHO RAN AWAY

An enchanting collection of warm, poignant and Christmas-themed stories from the Sunday Times bestselling author

An irresistible tale of love and infidelity from No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan. What do you do when the man in your life lets you down? Show him the door? Chuck his clothes out of the window? Cut the crotch from his trousers? If only it was that easy - especially when you've got an eight-year-old daughter to think about and a part-time job that barely pays the milk bill. Nessa Riley, who believes that with her husband, her little girl, and the home she loves, she has it all, is suddenly faced with the hardest decision of her life. Can she ignore what Adam seems to be up to and hang on to the happiness they've enjoyed for the past ten years? Can they wipe the slate clean and start again? Or, as her sisters appear to think, has he really got to go?

Sheridan Gray has discovered a secret. Sharing it would get her career back on track. But it would also hurt those she loves... An unputdownable novel from bestselling author of THE MISSING WIFE and WHAT HAPPENED THAT NIGHT. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Marian Keyes. When Sheridan loses her job as a journalist at Dublin's biggest newspaper, she's determined to come back fighting. Forced to take a position in a small country town, this seems impossible... until she discovers that the closer she gets to a certain handsome man in the town, the tougher it is to expose their secrets. When it comes to love or success, will Sheridan go with her heart or her head? What readers are saying about Better Together: 'Her best book ever! An involving, intriguing and hugely enjoyable read' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'A beautiful entwining story of love set in Ireland. This book is unputdownable as the story is thoroughly engrossing' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'You feel like you are part of the story and not just someone reading the book. Another great story from Sheila O'Flanagan' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'A beautifully told story, well worth reading' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

HEART-FELT SECRETS, SHOCKING TRUTHS AND ONE UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY . . . The bestseller from the author of The Missing Wife and What Eden Did Next

THE NO. 1 IRISH BESTSELLERThe dramatic, poignant and unputdownable story of a young woman caught up in Ireland's fight for freedom. Inspired by the true story of the author's grandmother.

To her younger sister, Tessa, Caroline O'Shaughnessy has everything - great looks, easy charm, and the distinctly desirable Damien Woods. But for Caroline, things don't feel quite so rosy. She'd dreamed about moving in with Damien, but not about having his child, just yet. And though he did the honourable thing when she told him she was pregnant, it obviously wasn't what he wanted either. And as both of them struggle to make the best of a bad job, neither are prepared for the impact a moment of drunken indiscretion will have not just on their lives but on Tessa's too...

In No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan's STAND BY ME, abandoned wife Dominique Delahaye could crumble - or she could start to enjoy a whole new life... Not to be missed by readers of Marian Keyes and Freya North. Dominique Brady's life changed the day she met Brendan Delahaye. He was a man with big dreams and she was the girl he wanted to take with him. Madly in love, she married him without hesitation. Now she's half of one of the most powerful and glamorous of couples. Then suddenly Brendan disappears without a trace. As her world crashes around her, Dominique must find a way to hold it all together. Will Brendan ever return? And if he does, will Dominique stand by her man? What readers are saying about Stand By Me: 'Sheila O'Flanagan really excels at telling stories and I got lost in the book while I was reading it. The perfect read to curl up with' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'It's human, raw and relatable. I fell in love with the vulnerability of each character and saw myself in them. I did not want it to end' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I just got lost in the book while reading it. It's pure mind candy - definitely one of my favourites' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

THE NO. 1 EBOOK BESTSELLER 'A fabulous tale with refreshingly inspiring heroines' ***** Heat WHAT HAPPENED THAT NIGHT is an enchanting read by Sheila O'Flanagan, bestselling author of THE HIDEAWAY, perfect for fans of Marian Keyes and Lisa Jewell. Then When Lola Fitzpatrick catches the eye of Philip Warren, she's new to Dublin and loving it. He's used to getting what he wants...and she can't resist him. Until one night he forces her to make an impossible choice. If she'd known then what she knows now, everything might have been different. Now Lola's daughter Bey has inherited her mother's impulsive streak and it takes her down dangerous paths. Then one night she too finds herself in front of a man she loves, with impossible choices of her own to make. For both women, what happened that night changes everything. For better. For worse. For ever. What readers are saying about What Happened That Night: 'Brilliant book from start to finish. Another smash from Sheila O'Flanagan' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'A great, warm, life-affirming read that is not your traditional 'romcom', but offers so much more' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'This is an exquisite book - everyone who loves a family story will love this book. Ready to change your life?' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Excellent book. I looked forward to reading it every day on my commute... On one occasion I was so engrossed I missed my stop' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

Iona and Sally don't know each other. But they're about to find out that their lives are linked in the most shocking of ways. A gripping novel that will make readers wonder, as so often in Sheila O'Flanagan's bestselling books: what would I do? From the author of MY MOTHER'S SECRET and SUDDENLY SINGLE.

A heartwarming novel about finding love in unexpected places from No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan. Ash O'Halloran is happy with her futon, her flat, her cat and her job as a party caterer. She doesn't do impulsive. She is absolutely, perfectly in control of her single woman's life. And if she can't have relationships without complications - then she's content to carry on as she is. Ms Self-Contained. But when she's employed to cook the supper over which Dan Morland plans to propose to his girlfriend, suddenly she becomes party to someone else's relationship - in all its tangled, heart-breaking complexity. And, as she watches Dan struggling to sort out the mess his emotions have got him into, Ash starts to realise she's not Ms Invulnerable after all...

Welcome to the Caribbean resort of White Sands. Jennifer is here to marry the man of her dreams, but could an unexpected guest ruin her perfect day? Sahndhi, disillusioned winner of Pop Princess, has come to escape the media glare. Or so she thinks. Grainne and Aidan celebrate their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary, while secretly wondering if it's all a sham. Divorced dad Rudy arrives for a rare holiday with his beloved little boy - though his ex-wife may not see it in the same light. And thriller-writer Corinne battles with writer's block and self-doubt. Is the inspiration she needs closer than she thinks? Join these and many other holidaymakers for a journey of intrigue and romance, as intertwining tales unfold from beach to bedroom to bar.

Sheila O'Flanagan's bestseller is an irresistible tale of friendship, love, and sweet revenge, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Marian Keyes. Reviewers praise O'Flanagan's work, calling it 'an exciting love story with a deliciously romantic denouement' (Sunday Express). Darcey and Nieve were lifelong best friends until Nieve captured the heart of Aidan, the boy Darcey loved while Nieve was away traveling. Aidan was set to propose that very night, and Darcey had seen the ring. For the next decade, she is haunted by the memory of her humiliation, unable to find solace in her career or even in a brief marriage to Neil. Then comes the invitation to Aidan and Nieve's wedding, neither of whom she has seen since they moved to the USA. The wedding is set to take place at Ireland's most luxurious hotel. Will Darcey attend? Will there be fireworks? Can she finally put the past to rest? Readers rave about the book, with one saying they 'read it from cover to cover in two days and loved every minute.' Another notes it is 'thoroughly enjoyable' with 'excellent characterisation.' Overall, it is described as 'wonderful and totally absorbing,' making it a must-read for romantics.

Andie and her sister Jin have never seen eye to eye. Andie doesn't envy Jin her marriage to a wealthy businessman, while Jin can't believe Andie's happy with her man-free existence (if only she knew!). But when their widowed mother Cora comes back from a Caribbean cruise with more than just a suntan, Andie and Jin are united in horror. Who is this gorgeous young man who's swept their mother off her feet? What the women really need is a friend to set the world to rights with - but can they be friends with each other?

From bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan comes a captivating novel about family ties, romance and leaving the past behind. Two very different sisters, Mia (still in love with Alejo, the married father of her daughter) and Britt (the ice maiden, who has ironically written a romantic bestseller), join a luxury honeymoon cruise in the Caribbean where Britt is the guest lecturer. Also on board are recently widowed Leo, still reeling from the discovery of his wife's betrayal just before her death, and Steve, a ship's officer who's soon looking for more than a holiday romance with Mia. Can Steve replace Alejo and is there any chance that Britt and Leo can see that they really should get together? When the characters head for home - Mia to Spain, the others to Dublin - it seems that all romantic options are off, especially as Leo rashly got engaged to glamorous, man-eating Pippin while at sea. But love has a way of triumphing in Sheila O'Flanagan's novels, even if it takes till the very last page...

Four hundred and twenty pearls hand-sewn onto the wedding dress. The Mediterranean honeymoon booked for months. A pile of presents bigger than Everest. And her lovely Tim, the most perfect bridegroom a girl could wish for. Except, two weeks before the wedding, he changes his mind... Isobel's wedding is off. Her world in tatters, Isobel turns to Spain, a new job, a new life and as many men as she can decently manage. Including the very appealing Nico with whom, she feels, there could be a long-term future. But part of Isobel knows that she will have to go back home some day. And that, despite all that's happened since she left, she still has unfinished business...

FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE NO. 1 BESTSELLERS THE WOMEN WHO RAN AWAY AND THE MISSING WIFE At the first wedding, there's a shock The second wedding is unexpected By the third, Delphie thinks nothing could surprise her. But she's wrong . . . Delphie is enjoying her brother's wedding. Her surprise last-minute Plus One has stunned her family - and it's also stopped any of them asking again why she's still single. But when she sees all the missed calls that evening, she knows it can't be good news. And she's right. Delphie has been living her best life, loving her job, her friends, her no-strings relationships and her dream house by the sea. Now she has to question everything she believed about who she is and what she wants. Is her mum right - is it time to settle down? Or does she want to keep on trying to have it all? Each wedding of a glorious summer brings a new surprise. And as everything Delphie thought she had is threatened, she has the chance to reshape her future . . . 'One of my favourite authors' Marian Keyes 'Sheila's books always make you feel as if you've spent time with a good friend' Carole Matthews

A captivating and emotional new novel from a beloved bestselling author, known for works like ANYONE BUT HIM, DREAMING OF A STRANGER, and CAROLINE'S SISTER.

Sheila O'Flanagan's bestseller IF YOU WERE ME will make readers wonder: what would I do if my first love came back into my life? A must-read if you enjoy the novels of Veronica Henry and Catherine Alliott. You're engaged to a great man. You're on a countdown to your wedding day. You stopped thinking about your first love a long time ago. But what if one unexpected, forbidden kiss were to throw your life upside down? Carlotta O'Keefe suddenly finds herself wondering if the girl she was would recognise the woman she has become. She thought she was living a charmed life. But what if she's got it all wrong? What if her past is meant to be her future? What readers are saying about If You Were Me: 'One of [Sheila O'Flanagan's] best books - just a sweet story about the one that got away. Empowering and refreshing' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Great characters, fast-paced and very entertaining - I couldn't put it down' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'I loved this juicy book. I loved Carlotta's drive, ambition and strength. This book will appeal to a lot of women' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Two strong women, one complicated man, and the secrets that draw them together - with explosive consequences . . . The unforgettable new contemporary novel from the bestselling author of What Eden Did Next and Three Weddings and a Proposal

What do you do when you find yourself suddenly single? Go suddenly suicidal? Suddenly sex-crazed? Or simply slump into self-pity? Alix Callaghan, who thought she was in control of her busy life, feels like doing all three when her long-term boyfriend insists on settling down to a sensible existence - complete with children, proper meals and early nights - but without her. Little by little, though, she begins to think there might be more to the single life than the first shock of rejection suggests...

Sheila O'Flanagan's unputdownable bestseller THINGS WE NEVER SAY is a must-read for fans of Marian Keyes and Veronica Henry. The things we never say: A daughter doesn't say how she feels about the past... A husband is afraid to say that selling the house his wife loves is the only option... A woman hasn't said that even though they live thousands of miles apart, this man is always on her mind... If those things were said, the results could be life-changing. As Abbey - and a whole family she knew nothing of - are about to find out in this warm-hearted, thought-provoking and touching novel. What readers are saying about Things We Never Say: 'The pace was lively - I just flew through the book. Lots of drama, family skeletons to be dug up, relationship dynamics to be explored and all in a fun, breezy writing style' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'A truly feel-good story with lots of twists and turns' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'What I enjoyed about this book was I never quite knew what was going to happen next. Families, greed, deception, secrets and a touch of romance - all I would ask for in a story' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Another brilliant book from Sheila O'Flanagan. I was drawn into the story right from the first chapter. Great characters and a great storyline' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Jane O'Sullivan is a dreamer. She dreams of white sands, blue skies, and one true love, the man who will turn all her dreams into reality. She's famous for losing heart too easily. And when Rory McLoughlin turns his blue eyes, framed with ridiculously long lashes, on her, it won't be long before her dream of walking up the aisle comes true. But weddings just mark a new beginning, not a happy ending. And dreams aren't always what they seem. Jane has to take control of her own destiny. And only time will tell if real life can be as satisfying as a dream.

SOMEONE SPECIAL by Sheila O'Flanagan is an enthralling novel about families, friends and finding love that should not be missed by readers of Veronica Henry and Marian Keyes. Romy Kilkenny loves her life in Australia - she has her dream job, a fun lifestyle, and best friend Keith who understands her better than anyone. Best of all, she couldn't be further from her family. But when a phone call summons her home at short notice, Romy's world is turned upside down. Romy has never fitted in, and with Keith too far away to give comfort, she feels like more of an outsider than ever. She also worries that the accidental half-kiss with Keith at the airport may have lost her the greatest friend she's ever had. What on earth has Romy let herself in for? What readers are saying about Someone Special: 'So many twists and turns throughout the book as well as many other smaller stories interwoven throughout. It is more than just a love story, and now my favourite book of [Sheila O'Flanagan's]' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'Interesting story about an unusual and dysfunctional Irish family. You simply fall in love with them' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I liked the differences between characters, what they have gone through and how they interact when they need each other. It was my first book by Sheila O'Flanagan and I will definitely read more' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Will Lainey finally find her happily-ever-after? And is it what she really wants? Find out in this powerful bestselling novel about love, mothers and daughters, and the unexpected, from Sheila O'Flanagan, No. 1 bestselling author of HE'S GOT TO GO and IF YOU WERE ME.

Who you meet can change your life for ever... A wonderful collection of short stories from Sheila O'Flanagan, Sunday Times bestselling author of THE MISSING WIFE and WHAT HAPPENED THAT NIGHT. The Moment We Meet was previously published as Destinations.

A fabulously warm, witty and romantic novella from the No. 1 bestselling author of THE MISSING WIFE and IF YOU WERE ME. Published as part of the Quick Reads series.

Destinations reveals the inside track on the lives of ordinary commuters, and uncovers the hidden links that lie beneath the surface of 'anonymous' city lives. Two eavesdropping passengers learn more than they bargained for; an office-party fling has unforeseen consequences; a suburban housewife is forced to face her estranged mother - and her thorny past; an office worker finds her commute to work livened up by the daily sightings of a handsome stranger; a hot date with the office stud gets off to a disastrous start ...is there light at the end of the tunnel? Destinations - tales that go the distance with you, from one of Ireland's best-loved storytellers.

Air-traffic controller Carey Browne, meets Ben Russell and within five minutes, he proposes. To the horror of her friends and family, she accepts. Despite the cold reception of her soon-to-be sister-in-law, Carey is determined to make the marriage work, she's convinced she's found her soulmate. But it seems Ben hasnt been entirely honest about his past, and Carey starts to wonder if she's made a big mistake...

Sheila O'Flanagan's romantic and heart-warming Christmas With You is perfect festive reading for fans of Veronica Henry, Carole Matthews and Marian Keyes. These enchanting linked short stories from the No. 1 bestselling author bring to life one unforgettable Christmas full of surprise twists, life-changing moments...and love. Tucked away in the Irish countryside, the Sugar Loaf Lodge is opening its door for the festive season. With snow falling on the mountains outside and warm fires roaring inside, it's the perfect place for guests to celebrate the happiest time of the year. But what if you've just had your heart broken? Or discovered that the man you're married to has lied to you? What if a secret from your past has finally come back to haunt you? For some of the guests arriving at the Sugar Loaf Lodge, Christmas is looking far from tranquil. But can they find the magic and romance of the season within the walls of this beautiful hotel? These enchanting linked stories bring to life one unforgettable Christmas full of surprise twists, life-changing moments ... and love. Christmas With You was previously published as A Season to Remember. Now with two poignant new stories added.

Die junge Irin Jane O'Sullivan träumt von Liebe und einem perfekten Leben. Nach der Heirat mit ihrem Traummann erkennt sie jedoch, dass das Eheleben nicht ihren Erwartungen entspricht. Entschlossen, ihr Leben selbst zu gestalten, trifft sie eine wichtige Entscheidung.

Roxy und Dave sind seit zwanzig Jahren ein glückliches Paar, zwei fröhliche Kinder scheinen das Familienleben perfekt zu machen. Als Roxys Vater stirbt, eilt sie zu ihrer Mutter, um ihr in der schweren Zeit beizustehen. Aber als sie am Tag nach der Beerdigung nach Hause kommt, erwischt sie ihren Ehemann in flagranti mit der Nachbarin. Mit einem Schlag steht alles in Frage, was Roxy bislang für die Grundfesten ihres Lebens hielt. Jetzt muss sie Entscheidungen treffen, die ihr Leben komplett verändern werden: Soll sie Dave verzeihen und ihrer Ehe noch eine Chance geben? Oder allein einen Neuanfang wagen? Schließlich hat sie sich lange genug nur um die Anderen gekümmert. Und der neue Job als Chauffeurin macht nicht nur Spaß, sondern führt auch zu reizvollen Begegnungen …

Carolines Schwester - bk338; Weltbild Verlag; Sheila O´Flanagan; pocket_book; 2010

Maggie sehnt sich nach Romantik, während ihr Mann Dan eine andere Vorstellung davon hat. Ihre Kinder halten sie für zu alt für solche Gefühle, und sie beginnt zu zweifeln, ob das Leben an ihr vorbeigeht. Doch dann trifft sie Mr. Casey und es könnte sich alles ändern.

Ein warmherziger Feel-Good-Roman zur Weihnachtszeit Claire und Neil Archer führen ein kleines gemütliches Hotel in den Wicklow Mountains, die Sugar Loaf Lodge. Als in der Vorweihnachtszeit die Buchungen ausbleiben, versuchen es die beiden mit einer Annonce und nach und nach kommen die Anmeldungen: die junge Frau, die ein geheimes Treffen mit ihrem Geliebten plant; Andrew und Bridget, die sich endlich einmal etwas Schönes gönnen wollen, aber auch die jungen Eltern, die den Streitereien mit der Familie entfliehen möchten. Für sie alle sollen diese Weihnachtsfeiertage etwas ganz Besonderes werden. Die irische Bestsellerautorin Sheila O’Flanagan erzählt warmherzig und mit feinem Humor Geschichten von Liebe und Eifersucht, Beziehungskrisen und Familiengeheimnissen, und wie sich am Ende vieles fügt zum kleinen Glück am Weihnachtsabend.

Für Juno Ryan bricht eine Welt zusammen, als sie erfährt, dass ihr Freund Brad bei einem tragischen Unglück ums Leben gekommen ist. Und als wäre das nicht schon schlimm genug, stellt sich heraus, dass der Mann, den sie liebte und mit dem sie von einer gemeinsamen Zukunft träumte, verheiratet war und einen Sohn hat. In ihrer Verzweiflung flüchtet sie nach Spanien in das Ferienhaus einer Freundin, in die idyllische Villa Naranja. Der blaue Himmel, ein streunender Kater und nicht zuletzt Pep, der attraktive Sohn des benachbarten Weinbauern, sind Balsam für ihre Seele.Nach und nach scheint sie die Vergangenheit hinter sich lassen zu können, doch als eines Tages Max, der Bruder ihres Geliebten, in ihr kleines Refugium einbricht, muss Juno sich ihren Gefühlen stellen und herausfinden, was sie im Leben wirklich will …