In traditional societies, there existed and still exist clear rules around the way specifi c relationships should work; and these rules determined whether any emotional attachment could develop or not. In Western society today, with its emphasis on the signifi cance of the individuals emotions, these boundaries may blur. Taboo tells the story of one such blurring. The true-life nature of this relationship is not important here, rather its specifi c and intimate journey

‘Sparkling, laugh-out-loud, romantic’ Phillipa AshleySt Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it’s always cocktail hour somewhere…A clean slate in the world’s cosiest cottage by the sea…When Gwen Starkey and her best friend, Ella Simpson, arrive in St Aidan to take on a cottage renovation, it’s the fresh start they both so desperately need. But when their new adventure begins with them unintentionally breakin...

St Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it’s always cocktail hour somewhere…The Little Cornish Kitchen is going on tour!When internet sensation ‘Cressida Cupcake’ has a soggy bottomed TV fiasco and faces bake-off backlash she jumps at the chance to spend some time hiding out in St Aidan, dog sitting for her brother.Picturesque Seaspray Cottage is meant to be Cressy Hobson’s port in the storm but with her blo...

‘Sparkling, laugh-out-loud, romantic’ Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa AshleyA fresh start among old friends…Florence May never expected to trade the high life of London for the cosy comfort of a beach hut in her Cornish hometown, but the moment she steps inside she knows it was the best choice she ever made. The fact that it comes with a requirement that she sets up a bus...

St Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it’s always cocktail hour somewhere…‘Beautifully crafted and wrapped in romance’ Heidi SwainIt's time to come home to CornwallWith an exiting new life in Paris, Clemmie Hamilton isn't looking forward to heading home to the picturesque but sleepy village of St Aidan, Cornwall. However, when she discovers that the cosy apartment by the ...

St Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it’s always cocktail hour somewhere…‘Beautifully crafted and wrapped in romance’ Sunday Times bestseller Heidi SwainThose who don’t jump will never fly…Hurtling through the sky was supposed to be Edie Browne’s flight of independence. But when she falls head over champagne bucket while celebrating her successful landing, her life is ch...

'A pure delight' Debbie Johnson, bestselling author of The Comfort Food CafeA second chance for forever?Ten years ago Maeve would have given anything to be standing side-by-side with Lando Nancarrow, she in a flowing white bridal gown and he in a sharp tux that emphasized just how handsome he is. But after one unforgettable night at her beloved Cornish beach hut, Lando disappeared and Maeve was left alone… until the surprise arrival of their daught...

'Full of secrets, Cornwall, and wonderful detail.' Katie Fforde'G****loriously rich and layered.' Liz Fenwick'Characters to fall in love with.' Jackie MorrisTime has forgotten this remote corner of West Cornwall, and left its many secrets undisturbed. Until now...Ezra Curnow has lived in the little cottage on the Trengrose estate all his life....

The Cornish summer burns hotter than it has in 15 years – but beneath the sunshine, something sinister stirs.When eco-architect Olivia Parkes unveils her latest project – a cliffside manor reborn as a luxury eco-hotel – she expects acclaim, not chaos. And the return of her partner Jago Trevithick KC, a brilliant but broken barrister, who is seeking peace by the sea.But peace is short-lived. A waitress is found dead in the hotel pool.Who wanted h...

St Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it’s always cocktail hour somewhere…‘Beautifully crafted and wrapped in romance’ Heidi SwainIt's time to come home to CornwallWith an exiting new life in Paris, Clemmie Hamilton isn't looking forward to heading home to the picturesque but sleepy village of St Aidan, Cornwall. However, when she discovers that the cosy apartment by the ...

Mr. Francis Warre Cornish has devoted most of his chapters to a running comment on the novels. His criticism of the characters is shrewd and has the pleasant flavor of talk about people with whom one is intimately acquainted. He also excels in analyzing the plots and in reproducing the atmosphere of the country life which surrounded Jane Austen.

'A pure delight' Debbie Johnson, bestselling author of The Comfort Food CafeA second chance for forever?Ten years ago Maeve would have given anything to be standing side-by-side with Lando Nancarrow, she in a flowing white bridal gown and he in a sharp tux that emphasized just how handsome he is. But after one unforgettable night at her beloved Cornish beach hut, Lando disappeared and Maeve was left alone… until the surprise arrival of their daught...