Emma Davies Poradie kníh (chronologicky)

"Francesca Eve thought she was prepared for anything at the events she caters for in her pretty little Shropshire village. Missing canapes? No problem. Burnt brownies? A piece of cake... But a dead body? Now that’s a recipe for disaster. Francesca is nervous about catering her first ever murder mystery party, but it’s clear from the clink of champagne flutes and piles of empty plates that the evening is a roaring success. The guests look spectacular in their disguises, whispering and giggling as they try to identify who killed beautiful young Becky. But days later the game takes a sinister turn when Becky is found poisoned, and all the signs point to the culprit being a party guest. From the woman having an affair to the guest hiding her true identity, everyone had a secret – and it turns out that Becky knew them all. As Fran finds herself centre-stage in a real-life murder mystery, the finger of suspicion points at each guest in turn. And Fran starts to wonder, were any of these secrets dangerous enough to kill for? Then the body of a second guest is found, and it becomes clear a deranged killer is going off-script. It seems anyone who was involved in the game that night is in their sights, even Fran. Can she unmask the murderer before the final curtain falls?"--Back cover.

Die Kunstschmiedin Megan kehrt in ihr Heimatdorf zurück, um an einem Handwerkswettbewerb teilzunehmen. Als Gewinn winkt ein Job, der ihre Zukunft im Dorf für immer sichern könnte. Und ihre Beziehung zu Liam, die aufgrund der Distanz zuletzt sehr gelitten hat. Doch dann taucht ein konkurrierender Entwurf auf, der mit Megans Zeichnungen fast identisch ist. Megan ist am Boden zerstört. Jemand muss ihre Entwürfe gestohlen und weitergegeben haben. Aber wer? Etwa die gleiche Person, die auch böswillige Gerüchte über Liam verbreitet? Megan legt trotz allem ihr ganzes Herzblut in ihr Finalstück. Aber ist der Sieg überhaupt noch wichtig, wenn die Wahrheit über Liam ans Licht kommt?

The setting of a secluded beach and wild sea serves as a transformative backdrop for the protagonist's journey. Arriving at a whitewashed cottage, the character feels a sense of anticipation and connection to the place they have long imagined. This location hints at a significant change in their life, suggesting themes of discovery and the impact of environment on personal growth. The peeling green door symbolizes both charm and decay, reflecting the complexities of the past and future intertwining.

Nicht ganz freiwillig zieht Maddie Porter von London aufs Land, wo sie einen luxuriösen Ferienort vermarkten soll. Aber der Ort entpuppt sich als Ansammlung heruntergekommener Cottages. Und Seth, der missgelaunte Besitzer, macht Maddie das Leben zusätzlich schwer. Doch als Maddie auf ein Geheimnis stößt, rauft sich das ungleiche Paar zusammen - und schon bald macht die beiden nicht nur die atemberaubende Aussicht von der Spitze des Hügels sprachlos ...

Set in the picturesque English countryside, Appleyard Farm is home to a young woman facing a challenging choice that could change her life. The serene surroundings of strawberry trees and wildflowers contrast with her internal struggle, highlighting themes of personal growth and the weight of decisions. As she contemplates her future, the idyllic setting serves as both a refuge and a backdrop for her journey of self-discovery.

Set against the backdrop of a family-run jewellers, the story follows Daisy Turner, who has found solace in her work after escaping a difficult past. With a remarkable ability to pair exquisite jewellery with significant romantic moments, she dedicates herself to her craft, meticulously caring for each piece. Despite her success, Daisy yearns for a love story of her own, highlighting themes of hope and the search for personal happiness amid the beauty of her creations.

One twinkling winter's night, Ruby wakes her sleeping children and escapes for a new life in the countryside. It's a choice that will change her life beyond all recognition... Arriving at the cosy little rental cottage as the first snow begins to fall, Ruby doesn't regret leaving her bully of a husband for a moment, but she does feel guilty about uprooting her kids so close to Christmas. She can only wish that one day soon her son Jem will forgive her. It's not long before the family are settled in and drinking hot chocolate by the fire, the flames kept roaring by a neighbouring woodsman called Angus. As big as a tree, but as gentle as a dormouse, all Ruby's instincts tell her to be wary of letting this gorgeous stranger get too close. Is that the first tingle of festive magic Ruby can feel? Or might it even be hope? As Christmas day approaches and a blizzard sparks a power cut across the entire village, Ruby must force herself to believe in Christmas miracles again. Was she right to put her trust in Angus? With only flickering candles to guide her through the darkness, will she ever find her way back to the light? Wrap yourself up in this utterly gorgeous festive romance, perfect for anyone who loves Heidi Swan, Jenny Colgan, Lucy Diamond - and Christmas!

"Thirty-two-year-old ‘ice queen’ Isobel slams the cottage door and pulls the curtains shut. She has just six weeks to practise for a secret project that could save her career and no one must know she is here. When Tom, the local thatcher with eyes as blue and deep as the ocean, hears the sound of her violin on the breeze he feels a tug at his heart-strings that reminds him of happier times. Who is this mysterious new lodger, and why does she look so familiar? Desperate to find out more, Tom is devastated when Isobel refuses to enjoy everything the farm has to offer. He won’t give in, but just when it looks like Isobel is coming out of her shell, someone recognises her and the troubles from her past threaten to take away everything she has been working towards." -- Provided by publisher

MODERN & CONTEMPORARY FICTION (POST C 1945). Lizzie wants nothing more than to start over and put the past behind her. So when she is offered the chance to live and work at Rowan Hill, a beautiful country estate and bustling community of artists, it feels like a dream come true. But soon after her arrival a series of accidents and misunderstandings begins to threaten the happiness and livelihoods of everyone at Rowan Hill. And when suspicion quickly falls on Lizzie, she discovers that the past is not so easily forgotten. To keep the life she has just begun to build, Lizzie will have to race to uncover the truth before there are disastrous repercussions for everyone involved. In this heartwarming story of friendship, loss and love, the stakes are high but so are the rewards. If Lizzie can find a way to stay true to herself, she might have a chance at something she has always wanted: a place to call home.

Dvadsaťštyriročná Lucy zúfalo potrebuje začať odznova. Večne nezadaná a frustrovaná zo štúdia na univerzite sa rozhodne pre prácu v malej knižnici. Čítanie a písanie zbožňuje takmer rovnako ako riešenie problémov iných ľudí a knižný klub jej na tieto záľuby poskytuje ideálnu príležitosť. Keď spoznáva nových členov, zisťuje, že práce bude mať viac než dosť. Najväčšou záhadou je pre ňu pekný, ale utiahnutý mladík Callum. Je možné, že sa v ňom ukrýva viac, ako si ľudia myslia? Krátko po tom, čo spolu začnú liečiť zlomené srdcia najvernejších návštevníkov knižnice, začnú medzi nimi lietať prvé iskry. Keď nájde inšpiráciu na svoj román, poslúchne rozum alebo srdce, aby sa dopracovala k šťastnému koncu, po ktorom túži?