Travelling between lush gardens in France, windswept coastlines of Tasmania, to Tuscan hillsides and beyond, The Midsummer Garden lures the reader on an unforgettable culinary and botanical journey.1487 Artemisia is young to be in charge of the kitchens at Chateau de Boschaud but, having been taught the herbalists' lore, her knowledge of how food can delight the senses is unsurpassed. All of her concentration and flair is needed as she oversees the final preparations for the sumptuous wedding feast of Lord Boschaud and his bride while concealing her own secret dream. For after the celebrations are over, she dares to believe that her future lies outside the chateau. But who will she trust?2014 Pip Arnet is an expert in predicting threats to healthy ecosystems. Trouble is, she doesn't seem to recognise these signs in her own life. What Pip holds dearest right now is her potential to make a real difference in the marine biology of her beloved Tasmanian... Views: 19
How to lead a Texas cowboy into temptation...Despite his parents' pressure to be a doctor, ranch hand Josh Whitlock has everything under control. That is, until Hope Applewood—his boss—trades in her dusty jeans for a sexy little red dress. Now Josh's self-control has gone up in smoke...taking his common sense with it. That must be why he's agreed to fake a relationship so they can prove something to both their families.Sure, there's always been a bit of a simmer between them. Now the simmer is up to full boil as their new "relationship" sets the tongues of Wrangler's Creek wagging. Even as their little scam works its magic, Josh knows he's just opened Pandora's box—filled with feelings he's been hiding since meeting Hope. But when a cowboy makes a deal, he always sees it through... Views: 19
The second story in a new series about dancing, friendship and following your dreams from best-loved author Jean Ure, whose books are described by Jacqueline Wilson as "funny, funky, feisty - and fantastic reads!" Maddy is delighted when she and her friends are accepted to the prestigious City Ballet School – it feels like one step closer to their dream of becoming professional dancers. But the school brings a whole new set of challenges – and soon Maddy finds herself tested like never before. Views: 19
Sixteen years ago, Kira Chiklak's mother promised her a miracle on Christmas morning. Instead, she woke to the news her brother was gone forever. The Alaskan pilot's dreams have always told her the future but have never revealed the secrets of her past. Now Kira's dreams are warning her another child in Amarok is in danger of meeting the same fate as her brother. As Kira races to save Annie Michaels' life she comes to believe her past and Annie's future are inextricably linked. The last thing Hunter Jackson expects to do during Spring Break is unravel a mystery. When Kira asks for his assistance, he can't refuse her request. But can he help her protect Annie when his own heart is at risk? Views: 19
