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Een schrijfster van romantische best-sellers maakt tijdens de afwezigheid van haar man kennis met een knappe vrijgezelle huisarts.






Een schrijfster van romantische best-sellers maakt tijdens de afwezigheid van haar man kennis met een knappe vrijgezelle huisarts.
A story of human triumph over the deprivations of war and following the fate of schoolboy friends brought together again as Japanese prisoners of war during World War II.
Jen and Isla have nothing in common - except their love for the same man. Isla is Richard's wife of ten years: they make a handsome, gifted and admired couple. Jen has been his mistress for nearly as long: with her he is someone else entirely. When a chance meeting brings the two women together, each is forced to re-evaluate the man she thought she knew. But after the initial shock subsides, they begin an enduring friendship that survives the worst tragedy either can imagine: Richard's premature death.
Focusing on the participation of young people in European democratic life, this book examines both institutional politics and civic cultures. It employs a variety of methods to analyze and assess youth involvement and attitudes, providing insights into the contexts and quality of their engagement in democracy.
Experience a day in the life of a zoo through the intertwined stories of the dedicated staff, diverse animal residents, and curious visitors. This immersive narrative captures the unique interactions and dynamics that unfold throughout the day, showcasing the challenges and joys of zoo life while highlighting the importance of conservation and education.
A powerful and moving tale of family, love and loyalty from the author of the million-copy bestseller THE FLOWERS OF THE FIELD and A FLOWER THAT'S FREE.
Flora Mayfield has always known there's something rather different about her family life. Her parents set an impossible standard of good looks and success, and clever, plain Flora feels condemned to live in their shadow. But a devastating piece of news leads Flora to unearth a series of shocking secrets, causing her to question her very identity.
The superb, bestselling novel of one family, and the devastating changes brought by the First World War.
The story revolves around a striking red satin dress, symbolizing seduction and desire. Initially intended for Carolyn’s silver wedding anniversary to rekindle her husband's affection, the dress's fate changes as Carolyn faces personal turmoil and chooses a safer black outfit instead. She gifts the red dress to a friend, setting off a journey where it becomes a vessel for various women's hopes, dreams, and aspirations, highlighting its transformative power and the emotional connections it fosters.
Adeline Gundry was raised to be a perfect lady in a perfect Edwardian world of rank and privilege. But she had other ideas. She wanted independence and passion. From her idyllic childhood in Devon to her glorious success as an artist, Adeline lives her life to the full - a woman of her times.