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Read the first chapter of Martine McCutcheon's The Mistress

Posted on Monday, September 28th, 2009 by Chloe

martine mccutcheon the mistress Martine McCutcheon’s debut fiction book The Mistress is one I’ve been looking forward to for a while, but it’s not out until November so we’ve still got a wait! However, you can now visit the website for the book, www.readthemistress.com and read the first chapter now!

I’ve had a read and it makes for great reading, so look out for it in the shops from 11th November 2009! When you’ve had a read, come back and leave us a comment letting us know what you think!

Posted in 2009 Releases | 4 Comments »

Author Interview: Fiona O'Brien

Posted on Monday, September 28th, 2009 by Chloe

fionaobrien Fiona O’Brien emailed us a while ago saying she wasn’t aware people in the UK knew her books existed, but I reviewed her third novel None of My Affair, and loved it. Fiona’s latest book is called No Reservations and was released earlier this year! We also managed to get an interview with Fiona which you can read below.

1. Tell us about your latest novel (No Reservations).

No Reservations began as a idea of a restaurant chasing its first Michelin Star. But then the characters who frequented it kind of took over the story……here’s preview of what’s going on:

Newly opened Dominic’s is the hottest restaurant in town.
On any given day, rock stars, fashionistas, politicians, and celebrities can be found drooling over the food or the latest gossip - and the most delicious item on the menu is its divinely handsome proprietor, Dom Coleman-Cappabianca.

But Dom has rather a lot on his plate: his Italian mother Cici for starters - a glamorous Sophia Loren lookalike, who’s behaving very naughtily indeed.
Then there’s his blonde PR exec girlfriend Tanya, who seems hell bent on promoting her own interests.

Enter Italian American beauty Carla Berlusconi fleeing her native New York to escape her old fashioned father and three macho brothers. Arriving in Dublin, she hides out in Dominic’s as a waitress. But who is she? And what is her real story?

P.J. O’ Sullivan is always getting himself into hot water: the sexiest doctor in town, he loves good food, good company, and his adoring dog Bones. But can he ever forge a relationship with his resentful son Alex? And will he ever heal from his beloved wife’s death and find true love again?
Charlotte Keating is the perfect daughter, the perfect mother and now, the perfectly behaved divorcee . But her daughter Candy is about to change all that. Thanks to her indulgent and very rich father, Ossie Keating, Candy knows there’s nothing money can’t buy – until having too much of it proves a recipe for trouble.

From loquacious Dublin, to the eternal delights of romantic Rome, and New York, the city that never sleeps, a series of sizzling revelations ensure Dominic’s glamorous patrons discover that some things are definitely better off the menu.

And while Dominic’s chases its first Michelin Star, more than one person is forced to admit – that when love is the dish of the day, and family fidelity is tested to its limits - there’s always second helpings when it comes to love.

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In Our Mailbox: September 27th (#8)

Posted on Sunday, September 27th, 2009 by Chloe

In My Mailbox was created by The Story Siren and let’s us show off the books we’ve acquired this week (in the post, from the library, bought). We’ll post the titles of our books and, in brackets, where they’re from and we’ll post the picture below!
Chloe’s books this week: Naked Truths by Jo Carnegie (Corgi), No Reservations by Fiona O’Brien (Library)
mailbox 27thsept Leah’s books this week: Never Close Your Eyes by Emma Burstall (Preface/Random House), Confessions of a Reluctant Recessionista by Amy Silver (Arrow/Random House), Passion by Louise Bagshawe (Bookswap)

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Cecelia Ahern signs three-book deal with HarperCollins

Posted on Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Leah

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HarperCollins has taken its partnership with Cecelia Ahern to a new level by signing its biggest deal with the author yet—a three-book deal, costing the publisher “seven figures”.

Publishing director Lynne Drew bought UK and Commonwealth rights via agent Marianne Gunn O’Connor. The first book in the deal will be published in autumn 2011, with the subsequent two due out in consecutive years. All three are untitled as yet. Drew said the new trio of titles would retain Ahern’s “magical quality”. She added: “We always try to innovate and push the boundaries. We feel quite passionate about Cecelia.”

Ahern has previously either signed just single or two-book deals. Drew said: “It makes sense for us, and for her, because of the level of commitment. She is such an important author for our list and we want to plan ahead for the next three to five years for her.”

That is absolutely fabulous news. At least three more books from Cecelia as well as her new one, The Book of Tomorrow, which will be out in 6 days time. Cecelia is also due to give birth to her first child in December 2009!

Source: The Bookseller

Posted in Book Deals, Book News | No Comments »

Want to win a copy of The Popularity Rules by Abby McDonald?

Posted on Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Chloe

abby mcdonald the popularity rules Fancy winning a copy of Abby McDonald’s great book The Popularity Rules?

We had an email from the author herself telling us she’s running a competition on Facebook to win one of two copies of the book. All you have to do is become a fan, then leave a comment and you’ll be entered into the draw to win a book!

All you have to do is go here to enter: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Popularity-Rules/271078845018

Good luck!

Posted in Giveaways | 1 Comment »

Book Review: French Kissing by Catherine Sanderson

Posted on Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Leah

catherinesandersonfrenchkissing Sally Marshall is single for the first time in 10 years as she’s just split up with her partner Nico. So in a bid to get herself back on the market, Sally decides to set up a dating profile on popular French dating site rendez-vous.

However being a single mum to her four-year-old daughter Lila means Sally feels she limited to the men she may be able to meet. She doesn’t have to worry too much though and ends up going on a succession of dates…

Can she find true love again?

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Posted in 2009 Releases, Book Reviews, Rating: 1/5 | 1 Comment »

Book Review: The Secret Shopper Unwrapped by Kate Harrison

Posted on Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Chloe

The Secret Shopper Unwrapped - Kate Harrison Emily, Sandie and Grazia are back! The Secret Shopping angels are still shopping, but this time they’ve got the Christmas season to contend with. Emily is happily living with Will and her son Freddie in their shop, but with the recession times are tough and Emily isn’t sure the shop can survive, never mind her relationship with Will.

Sandie is now running her own Secret Shopping business and living with boyfriend Tom but there’s something nagging Sandie in the back of her mind and soon that something is about to become crystal clear.

Finally, widow Grazia has decided its time to move on with her life and to get herself a man but is convinced her age is holding her back. With the season of goodwill and joy upon them, will the 3 women get their happy endings?

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Posted in 2009 Releases, Book Reviews, Rating: 5/5 | 1 Comment »

Book News: The Dating Detox by Gemma Burgess

Posted on Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Chloe

The Dating Detox by Gemma Burgess Gemma Burgess is another author whose book has been picked up by the brilliant AVON publishers, and it’s due out on Christmas Eve! It was previously called The Dating Sabbatical but has had a name change to The Dating Detox. It has a brilliant bold cover and a great synopsis to match:

“If you can’t date anyone nice, don’t date anyone at all. Dating is a dangerous sport. So after her sixth successive failed relationship, romantically-challenged 20-something Sass decides she’s had enough. The Dating Sabbatical is born.

No men, no break-ups, no problem. The result? Her life - up till now joyfully/traumatically occupied with the Holy Trinity of dates, clothes and vodka - suddenly goes from bumpy to smooth. Chastity rocks. No wonder nuns are always singing. Everything seems to fall at her feet. Especially men. Will Sass break the rules before the three-month Dating Sabbatical is up?

Why does fate keep throwing her in the path of the irritatingly amusing Jake? Will she ever roll the dice and play again? Or is a love-free life too good to risk losing?”

Posted in 2009 Releases, Book News | No Comments »

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Archive for September, 2009

Read the first chapter of Martine McCutcheon's The Mistress

Author Interview: Fiona O'Brien

In Our Mailbox: September 27th (#8)

Cecelia Ahern signs three-book deal with HarperCollins

Want to win a copy of The Popularity Rules by Abby McDonald?

Book Review: French Kissing by Catherine Sanderson

Book Review: The Secret Shopper Unwrapped by Kate Harrison

Book News: The Dating Detox by Gemma Burgess

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