Escape to the French Alps with this heartwarming, festive read that see three friends on a Christmas escape they won't ever forget. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Cathy Bramley and Jennifer Bohnet. Making headlines is something socialite Tania knows all too well. After her latest scandal goes too far, she decides the perfect solution to her problems lies in a remote ski lodge away from the cameras. Clara is learning to take each day as it comes after a sudden tragedy rocked her whole world. A trip to the French Alps couldn't have come at a better time, a chance to heal and get back on her feet. To her friends, Rose is the glue that keeps the group together. The first person they call in times of need and one always to put others before herself - even if it comes at the cost of her own secret heartache. As Clara, Rose and Tania head to Snow Pine Lodge, what waits for them there is far more than the relaxing break they were expecting. Between uninvited guests, a brewing snowstorm and old secrets bubbling to the surface, these women will need to lean on their friendship more than ever before if they're to face up to their pasts and fight for the relationships they really want... Praise for Starlight at Snow Pine Lodge: 'Gorgeous comfort reading at its best!! Feel-good, warm-hearted, escapist winter reading! Loved it from the first page to the last! . . . Festive reality on a different sphere!' Reader review, 5 stars 'Heartache, scandal and romance... with plenty of twists to keep you turning the pages! A perfect Christmas read' Lucy Coleman 'I loved this book. I really connected to the characters and the story was brilliant, I loved everything about it. Huge 5 stars' Reader review, 5 stars

Three friends. One Christmas escape. A week that will see their lives changed forever... Making headlines is something socialite Tania knows all too well. After her latest scandal goes too far, she decides the perfect solution to her problems lies in a remote ski lodge away from the cameras. Clara is learning to take each day as it comes after a sudden tragedy rocked her whole world. A trip to the French Alps couldn't have come at a better time, a chance to heal and get back on her feet. To her friends, Rose is the glue that keeps the group together. The first person they call in times of need and one always to put others before herself - even if it comes at the cost of her own secret heartache. As Clara, Rose and Tania head to Snow Pine Lodge, what waits for them there is far more than the relaxing break they were expecting. Between uninvited guests, a brewing snowstorm and old secrets bubbling to the surface, these women will need to lean on their friendship more than ever before if they're to face up to their pasts and fight for the relationships they really want... A festive new novel from Rachel Barnett about love, self-discovery and the power of friendship to blissfully lose yourself in this Christmas. For fans of Sarah Morgan, Jennifer Bohnet and Cathy Bramley, Starlight at Snow Pine Lodge is the perfect cure for those cold, wintry evenings.

'Tis the season to find your heart's true home Jess has spent most of her life taking care of herself, no stranger to odd jobs here and there. And given the choice between spending another Christmas alone or spending it in Scotland as the Earl of Kirkshield's housekeeper, her choice is a no-brainer. Stepping into the castle's grounds is like something out of a fairytale, and Jess can't believe her luck. But a cold blast of reality hits when she meets the new earl and realises she's not exactly welcome... When Sebastian makes it clear he wants nothing to do with the crumbling estate or title, Jess takes it upon herself to give him a reason to stay and save her job in the meantime. As they work together to bring the castle back to life, she finds herself growing closer to the brooding earl. Much to her surprise, she's starting to think she actually likes the guy. But they come from different worlds, and she doesn't know the first thing about putting down roots. Could the magic of Christmas be enough to spark romance and make the castle a home? Escape to the Scottish Highlands this Christmas with a cosy and heartwarming romance full of drama and forbidden love! Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Lucy Coleman and Downtown Abbey. What readers are saying about Rachel Barnett: 'Gorgeous comfort reading at its best!! ... Great writing, great personalities, festive reality on a different sphere!!' Reader review, 5 stars 'The perfect escapism that will take you away and get you in the Christmas spirit ... perfect blend of magic and the characters are appealing and the plot is tantalising' Reader review, 5 stars 'Loved the characters and their individual stories and the scenery sounded lovely and so inviting and makes you feel all festive. Would recommend to anyone who likes a good Christmas story with intrigue thrown in' Reader review, 5 stars 'Absolutely loved it! A cosy page-turner and a perfect read for the run-up to Christmas!!' Reader review, 5 stars

'I absolutely adored this book and read it in a day. Once I started, I didn't want to put it down' Reader Review, 5* 'I loved this! A great cast of characters and an incredibly fabulous read! Highly recommended' Reader Review, 5* They're from different worlds, but for one summer their lives will suddenly collide... Bella Mason always dreamed of a life beyond her small town but never had the opportunity - until now. When she lands a job as chief stewardess on board a private yacht, it's just the adventure she's been looking for. After the last couple of years, renowned actress Felicity Kennedy is desperate for a break away from the spotlight. Escaping to the Riviera with her family, she's ready for a blissful holiday with nothing but the fresh sea air and a cocktail in her hand. But as Bella and Felicity's paths cross, their lives are about to change in a way they never saw coming. Now they're setting sail on unfamiliar seas, navigating unexpected romance, confronting long-buried family secrets and discovering a whole new lease on life during this trip of a lifetime. A wonderfully escapist and heart-warming read to dive into this summer. Fans of Sarah Morgan, Phillipa Ashley and Jennifer Bohnet will be absolutely charmed by this tale of love, friendship and living life to the fullest. What readers are saying about A Summer on the Riviera: 'Highly entertaining summer escapism, this is a fabulous feel-good read!!! Perfect as part of your holiday reading, hard to put down and hard to leave the characters once finished. Great story, great characters!! Just brilliant!!' Reader review, 5* 'A wonderfully easy-read romance. I can't wait to read more by this author' Reader Review, 5*

Fans of Lucy Coleman, Phillipa Ashley and Sarah Morgan won't want to miss this heartwarmingly feel-good novel set in the idyllic French countryside, where two people are swept up in a summer of unexpected romance. Can a summer trip to France turn into a second chance at love? Between getting over a bad breakup and losing her mum, Fran is ready to put the past year behind her. So when she's offered the chance to tour the world's finest hotels as a secret shopper, she can't pack her bags fast enough. Arriving at her next destination in the Loire Valley, an unexpected mix-up suddenly sees Fran becoming the newest employee of Chateau les Champs d'Or. Fran isn't afraid to get stuck in, but running into handsome guest, Johnny, was never part of the plan. There to do a job, she knows she should keep her distance from him - especially when Johnny's nursing his own heartache. But despite her best efforts, he somehow manages to come to her rescue at every turn, making it harder to resist his company. Under the glistening French sun, Fran starts to discover just who the real Johnny is behind that gruff exterior, a man she's already losing her heart to. The problem is, she's set to leave in a week, and he's been badly burned by love before. Will Fran risk it all for a shot at happily ever after, or will their time together forever remain a holiday romance? Readers are LOVING Escape to the French Chateau: 'From the minute I opened this book the characters are just unforgettable, unputdownable and after all who doesn't love books set in France? They are my weakness and I wanted to keep on reading Fran's story right to the end' 'This is the perfect summer book! Travel, French countryside, wine, love, a variety of relationships, and a couple you'll be rooting for!' 'From the start, I could not put the book down. It had a cast of characters and a lovely storyline... This is a perfect read for the summer' 'I loved this book. A great summer holiday read. Beautiful setting, interesting characters and a page-turning plot' 'Entertaining and delightful... The scenery is lovely and the description of the surrounding area and the chateau make you feel part of the story... Well done Rachel Barnett for a brilliant summer story' 'I really enjoyed this book and got so involved that I didn't want it to end. Loved the descriptions and the characters'

This collection of short stories is rich in detail and utterly absorbing. Each story is a fictitious, fairy-tale account of adventures, romance, daring and magic. The book is also filled with beautiful full-colour illustrations to help the stories come to life. The stories include: The Brave Grenadier, The Palace of The night, The Enchanted Bay, The Two Millers, The adamant door, The City of the Winter Sleep, Aileel and Alinda, The Wonderful Tune, The Man of the Wildwood, The Maiden of the Mountain, The Bell of the Earth and the Bell of the Sea, The Wood Beyond the World