From the internationally bestselling author comes a tale of long-buried secrets and a discovery that will change everything, perfect for fans of Dinah Jefferies and Lucinda Riley. 
An unforgettable discovery 
In 1922, Lady Evelyn Herbert’s dreams are realised when she is the first to set foot inside the lost tomb of Tutankhamun for over 3,000 years. 
A cursed life 
But the months after the discovery are marred by tragedy, when Eve’s father dies suddenly and her family is torn in two. Desperate to put the past behind her, Eve retreats into a private life with her new husband. 
A deadly choice 
But she is harbouring a dark secret about what really happened in Egypt. And when a young woman comes asking questions years later, the happiness Eve has finally found is threatened once more… 
Praise for The Collector’s Daughter: 
‘Wonderfully compelling from beginning to end. An absolute delight!’ Hazel Gaynor, author of The Bird in the Bamboo Cage 
‘This is a compelling story, impeccably researched, with a delicious sense of time and place that brings the historical characters to vivid life.’ Dinah Jefferies, author of The Tuscan Contessa 
‘Riveting, emotional and completely fabulous. Gill Paul has done it again!’ Tracy Rees, author of The House at Silvermoor 
‘From the very first chapter of The Collector’s Daughter, Gill Paul draws you into the exotic world of Lady Evelyn Herbert. I didn’t want it to end.’ Liz Trenow, author of Under a Wartime Sky 
‘Bewitching. Fascinating. Unforgettable. This is a riveting novel that twisted my stomach into tight knots as I raced through its pages. I absolutely loved it.’ Kate Furnivall, author of The Guardian of Lies 
‘Rich and absorbing and packed full of evocative detail. Bravo.’ Kate Thompson, author of Secrets of the Lavender Girls 
‘Utterly transportive and entirely addictive, I cannot rave about this novel enough.’ Jenny Ashcroft, author of Meet Me in Bombay 
‘Meticulously researched and sensitively written, The Collector’s Daughter is an intriguing tale.’ Kathleen McGurl, author of The Lost Sister

The Collector’s Daughter: A gripping and sweeping tale of unforgettable discoveries and unforgiveable secrets for 2021

Literature & Fiction

Paul, Gill

Genre Fiction

AVON.

A perilous mission. An unforgivable betrayal. A secret lost in time… 
1584: Elizabeth I rules England. But a dangerous plot is brewing in court, and Mary Queen of Scots will stop at nothing to take her cousin’s throne. 
There’s only one thing standing in her way: Tom, the queen’s trusted apothecary, who makes the perfect silent spy… 
2021: Travelling the globe in her campervan, Mathilde has never belonged anywhere. So when she receives news of an inheritance, she is shocked to discover she has a family in England. 
Just like Mathilde, the medieval hall she inherits conceals secrets, and she quickly makes a haunting discovery. Can she unravel the truth about what happened there all those years ago? And will she finally find a place to call home? 
Enchanting and gripping, The Queen’s Spy effortlessly merges past with present in an unforgettable tale of love, courage and betrayal – perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes.\nReaders love The Queen’s Spy:\n⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Every so often you come across a book that you know will never leave you. This is one of those books… will stay with me for a long time to come and is most certainly one of my favourites.’ Reader review 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I adored [this]… had me hooked from the first page and when I wasn’t reading it, I found myself thinking about it... A truly wonderful read, it is my favourite book of the year!’ Reader review 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Where to start! I loved this book so much – I couldn’t put it down but was loathe to finish it.’ Reader review 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Utterly beautiful, a real page turner! I took this book camping with me and was so grateful that it was on my kindle paperwhite because I couldn’t put it down and ended up reading it until almost 3am!’ Reader review 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely brilliant, I loved it!… If I could give it more than five stars I would!’ Reader review 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was one I couldn't put down. I read it in a day… it’s left me wanting more.’ Reader review 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!…. Simply stunning! I was absolutely hooked right from the beginning!’ Reader review

The Queen’s Spy

Marchant, Clare

‘Oh my word… fantastic… [The] stories intertwine so beautifully, it’s truly amazing. Such a lot of research must have to have been done but so worth it. I can’t recommend this book enough.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
Could a rediscovered map show her the way? 
Present day: When thirty-six-year-old Robyn Willoughby discovers an exquisite yet blood-stained Tudor map in her father’s antique map shop, desperate for a distraction from her problems, she decides to investigate. But as Robyn delves into the mystery, she finds herself caught up in a centuries-old secret – one that will change her life forever. 
1569: Forced to flee Holland to escape persecution, twenty-year-old Freida Ortelius uses her mapmaking skills to start anew in London. Soon her rare talent catches the eye of Queen Elizabeth, who demands Freida’s help in fighting the Spanish threat. Freida must now embark on a deadly mission, the consequences of which will echo down the ages… 
A sweeping and heartbreaking read, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes.\nReaders adore The Mapmaker’s Daughter:\n‘Loved this… the characters were brilliant and the storyline was amazing, wonderfully written and descriptive, could not put it down.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘This book has it all: history, intrigue, suspense, mystery, and a gripping narrative that kept me engaged from beginning to end.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Loved this book!… Great characters and story that intertwined. Highly recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘A joy to read… I loved the characters and the way the plot of both times weaved and intwined… Excellent.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Fascinating! I would recommend this book to all lovers of historical fiction without hesitation.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Mapmaker's Daughter

The Resistance Girl

Norway, 1942: She has lost everything to the Nazis. But now she fights back… 
War rages, and, under cover of darkness, Rumi Orlstad and her fellow resistance fighters smuggle British agents, fugitives and supplies across the North Sea into Nazi-occupied territory. 
One night, when he braves a storm to complete an ill-fated mission, Rumi’s fiancé is lost to the dangerous waters. Broken-hearted, she withdraws from the clandestine group, vowing never to let her loved ones put themselves in the line of fire again. 
But months later, Rumi stumbles across a Nazi secret that lays Hitler’s plans for Norway bare, and she knows she has no choice but to risk her life for her country once more… 
Readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and anything by Fiona Valpy will love this heartbreaking tale of the sacrifices ordinary people made to keep friends, family, strangers – and hope – alive. 
What readers are saying about The Resistance Girl: 
‘A standout story of the unsung heroes of WWII.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Such brave, strong, authentic characters. Five stars!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Another fantastic novel from Mandy Robotham. The characters leap off the page. Absolutely loved it!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Such a unique WWII read. Gripping and fascinating.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Compelling, gripping and emotional. Five stars!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Mandy Robotham is a born storyteller.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Enlightening, engaging, suspenseful and well-written. Highly recommend!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Exciting, suspenseful, tragic and romantic… I couldn’t stop reading.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Wow! Powerful and captivating.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
’A truly unforgettable story. Highly recommended.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘I couldn’t put this book down! A whole new perspective on life during the war.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘I was holding my breath, and even shed a tear or two. A wonderful read!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Robotham, Mandy

‘Witty, sharp and beautifully observed – I feel sure Jane would approve’ Julie Caplin\nIt's a truth often acknowledged that when a journalist and Jane Austen fan girl ends up living next door to a cynical but handsome crime writer, romantic sparks will fly! 
When Maddy Shaw is told her Dear Jane column has been cancelled she has no choice but to look outside of London’s rental market. That is until she’s left an idyllic country home by the black sheep of the family, long-not-so-lost Cousin Nigel. 
But of course there’s a stipulation… and not only is Maddy made chair of the committee for the annual village literary festival, she also has to put up with bestselling crime author –and romance sceptic – Cameron Massey as her new neighbour. 
When Maddy challenges Cameron to write romantic fiction, which he claims is so easy to do, sparks fly both on and off the page… 
‘Sparkling romance, secrets from the past…Witty and romantic, I couldn’t stop myself from turning the pages’ Alison Sherlock, bestselling author of The Village of Lost and Found\nReaders are LOVING What Would Jane Austen Do?:\n‘I absolutely demolished this book! … If you love romance you’ll love this (whether you’re an Austen aficionado or not)!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘A perfect read for a day you need a pick me up’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Fans of Jane Austen, or of reading in general, will particularly enjoy this book…sure to be a favourite of many readers this year’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Playful, fun, and a love letter to Jane Austen and her wise words. Glorious’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘The antidote to a bad day…If you’re a Jane Austen fan (as I am) then you will really love the well-chosen quotes that start each chapter and spotting the wisdom included within’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘A five out of five for me…the witty, observant writing lifts it above the ordinary…There are lots of subtle nods to Jane Austen's writing and if you're a Janeite, this is a lovely ode to her work’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘An uplifting humorous read, reminiscent of a modern day Jane Austen novel’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘A delightful escape into the world of love, literature, and unexpected connections’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
‘Reading this book brightened my day and made me smile’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What Would Jane Austen Do?: A heartwarming, feel good and witty enemies to lovers romance novel perfect for Pride and Prejudice fans!

Corbett Linda

Humor & Satire

One More Chapter

Celebrated fashion designer ManoloBlahnik reimagines the classic “Elves and theShoemaker” fairytale, blending elements of his own life story into the fabricof the immortal “Once Upon a Time” favorite. As with Christian Lacroix and the Tale of Sleeping Beauty, and otherbooks in the Fashion Fairytale Series, ManoloBlahnik and the Tale of the Elves and the Shoemakeroffers a completely unique, never-before-seen twist on a fairytale classic.Breathtaking color illustrations by Blahnik and wordsby international bestselling author Camilla Morton embody the true magic at theheart of Manolo’s real-life fairytale, in anessential volume for fans of Camille Rose Garcia’s Alice’s Adventures inWonderland and Daniel Egnéus’s Little RedRiding Hood, for fashion devotees, and for anyone in love with coutureculture.

Manolo Blahnik and the Tale of the Elves and the Shoemaker: A Fashion Fairy Tale Memoir

Arts & Photography

Morton, Camilla

Graphic Design

It Books

Lily has squeezed herself into undersized relationships all her life, hoping one might grow as large as those found in the Jane Austen novels she loves. But lately her world is running out of places for her to fit. So when her bookish friend invites her to spend the summer at a Jane Austen literary festival in England, she jumps at the chance to reinvent herself. There, among the rich, promising world of Mansfield Park reenactments, Lily finds people whose longing to live in a novel equals her own. But real-life problems have a way of following you wherever you go, and Lily's accompany her to England. Unless she can change her ways, she could face the fate of so many of Miss Austen's characters, destined to repeat the same mistakes over and over again. My Jane Austen Summer explores how we fall in love, how we come to know ourselves better, and how it might be possible to change and be happier in the real world.

My Jane Austen Summer: A Season in Mansfield Park

Jones, Cindy

United States

William Morrow Paperbacks

From the author of Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors comes another , clever, deeply layered, and heartwarming romantic comedy that follows in the Jane Austen tradition--this time, with a twist on Persuasion. Chef Ashna Raje desperately needs a new strategy. How else can she save her beloved restaurant and prove to her estranged, overachieving mother that she isn't a complete screw up When she's asked to join the cast of Cooking with the Stars, the latest hit reality show teaming chefs with celebrities, it seems like just the leap of faith she needs to put her restaurant back on the map. She's a chef, what's the worst that could happen&nbsp; Rico Silva, that's what.&nbsp;&nbsp; Being paired with a celebrity who was her first love, the man who ghosted her at the worst possible time in her life, only proves what Ashna has always believed: leaps of faith are a recipe for disaster.&nbsp; FIFA winning soccer star Rico Silva isn't too happy to be paired up with Ashna either. Losing Ashna years ago almost destroyed him. The only silver lining to this bizarre situation is that he can finally prove to Ashna that he's definitely over her.&nbsp; But when their catastrophic first meeting goes viral, social media becomes obsessed with their chemistry. The competition on the show is fierce...and so is the simmering desire between Ashna and Rico. &nbsp;Every minute they spend together rekindles feelings that pull them toward their disastrous past. Will letting go again be another recipe for heartbreak--or a recipe for persuasion...&nbsp; In Recipe for Persuasion, Sonali Dev once again takes readers on an unforgettable adventure in this fresh, fun, and enchanting romantic comedy.

Recipe for Persuasion: A Novel (The Rajes Series, 2)

Dev, Sonali

Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match: A Novel

About the Author\nSally Thorne is the USA Today-bestselling author of The Hating Game. She spends her days climbing into fictional worlds of her own creation. She lives in Canberra, Australia with her husband in a house filled with vintage toys, too many cushions, a haunted dollhouse and the world’s sweetest pug.\nFrom USA Today bestselling author of The Hating Game Sally Thorne comes something a little unexpected… a historical rom-com that imagines Victor Frankenstein’s sheltered younger sister, and her attempts to create the perfect man. 
For generations, every Frankenstein has found their true love and equal, unlocking lifetimes of blissful wedded adventure. Clever, pretty (and odd) Angelika Frankenstein has run out of suitors and fears she may become the exception to this family rule. When assisting in her brother Victor’s ground-breaking experiment to bring a reassembled man back to life, she realizes that having an agreeable gentleman convalescing in the guest suite might be a chance to let a man get to know the real her. For the first time, Angelika embarks upon a project that is all her own. 
When her handsome scientific miracle sits up on the lab table, her hopes for an instant romantic connection are thrown into disarray. Her resurrected beau (named Will for the moment) has total amnesia and is solely focused on uncovering his true identity. Trying to ignore their heart-pounding chemistry, Angelika reluctantly joins the investigation into his past, hoping it will bring them closer. But when a second suitor emerges to aid their quest, Angelika wonders if she was too hasty inventing a solution. Perhaps fate is not something that can be influenced in a laboratory? Or is Will (or whatever his name is!) her dream man, tailored for her in every way? And can he survive what was done to him in the name of science, and love? 
Filled with carriages, candlesticks, and corpses, Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match is the spooky-season reimagining of the well-known classic that reminds us to never judge a man by his cadaver!

Thorne, Sally

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The Collector’s Daughter: A gripping and sweeping tale of unforgettable discoveries and unforgiveable secrets for 2021

The Queen’s Spy

The Mapmaker's Daughter

The Resistance Girl

The Resistance Girl

What Would Jane Austen Do?: A heartwarming, feel good and witty enemies to lovers romance novel perfect for Pride and Prejudice fans!

Manolo Blahnik and the Tale of the Elves and the Shoemaker: A Fashion Fairy Tale Memoir

My Jane Austen Summer: A Season in Mansfield Park

Recipe for Persuasion: A Novel (The Rajes Series, 2)

Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match: A Novel