Bøker av Jules Wake

In the war against Hitler every secret counts...Society heiress Evelyn Brooke-Edwards is a skilled interrogator - her beauty making her a non-threat in the eyes of the prisoners.Farm girl Betty Connors may not be able to type as she claimed, but her crack analytical skills soon find her unearthing covert connections.German ex-pat Judith Stern never expected to find herself listening in to German POW's whispered conversations, but the Nazis took her father from her so she will do whatever it takes to help the Allies end this war.Billeted together in the attic of Latimer House - a place where secrets abound - Evelyn, Betty and Judith soon form a bond of friendship that carries them through the war. Because nothing is stronger than women united.Tucked away in the Buckinghamshire countryside, Latimer House, a grand country estate, stands proudly - a witness to some of greatest secrets of WW2.Used by the SOE to hold Nazi prisoners of war, this stunning historical novel is inspired by the untold story of the secret listeners of 'M Room' who worked day and night to help the Allies win the war. A must-read for fans of Dinah Jefferies, Fiona Valpy, Elaine Everest, Jean Fullerton and Deborah Burrowes.Readers love The Secrets of Latimer House:'Freaking fabulous! Five perfect stars for this perfect book!...The writing was wowza. So beautifully done. It flowed amazingly and honestly I couldn't tear my eyes from my Kindle' Rubie'A truly fabulous read, full of drama intrigue and three fabulous characters' Jeanie'I really enjoy this type of book which brings strong women together in exceptional circumstances, and this one did not disappoint' Angela'This five-star read is the first historical fiction novel for Jules Wake and I think you'll agree with me it's a real treat for lovers of this genre!!!' Norma

The perfect uplifting romcom for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Beth O'Leary and Lindsey Kelk!

From the bestselling author of Covent Garden in the Snow, this is the most romantic and charming book you'll read this Christmas...

Full of romance and humour, this is a book about fresh starts, friendship and the unexpected places we find happiness. 'I love getting lost in a Jules Wake book!' Debbie Johnson, bestselling author of the Comfort Food Cafe series

'The perfect read to curl up with' Zara Stoneley'A heart-warming tale of falling in love with life again' Debbie JohnsonWelcome to your new cottage in the country - complete with grumpy vet, village gossip and a very muddy dog . . .______________City girl Ella wants to take refuge in the country, lick her wounds and work out what she's going to do with the rest of her life. She certainly doesn't want to have a four-legged house guest or anything to do with village life. Unfortunately, the inhabitants of Wilsgrave have other ideas.Settling in to her godmother's house for a few months of R&R, Ella finds herself the reluctant babysitter of a badly behaved Labrador - and her plans of staying mainly indoors scuppered. But as she's forced into wellies and into the village's way of doing things, Ella meets people who make her think again about what she really wants out of life and love, starting with her new furry best friend . . .A gorgeously romantic tale set in an idyllic countryside village, from the author of ebook bestseller Covent Garden in the Snow. Perfect for fans of Trisha Ashley and Katie Fforde. ________________ What everyone's saying about A Girl's Best Friend:'A lovely, touching, uplifting read with a very likeable heroine and a dishy vet - and delightful dogs' Phillipa Ashley 'Enjoyable and charming, and perfect for anyone who needs a quick escape to the country' Reader review 'Light-hearted, warm and witty - it made me just want to stick my own wellies on, get outside for a walk and appreciate the outdoor life!' NetGalley Reviewer 'Packed full of lovely characters, wagging tails, and self re-discovery' Reader review'I absolutely fell in love with this novel! The characters were brilliant, well rounded and so believable . . . I didn't want it to end' Goodreads reviewer

'Romance, wit and a fabulous "e;all is lost"e; moment' Sue Moorcroft, bestselling author of The Christmas PromiseEscape to beautiful Rome and lose yourself in this delicious, fast-paced romance - perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan!Romance is the last thing on Lisa's mind when she finds herself staying in a beautiful apartment with her childhood-friend-turned-arch-enemy Will Ryan...no matter how hot he is!Lisa's got more important things to focus on, like hunting down her estranged father. Except when her search falls at the first hurdle, Will doesn't just help her get back on track, he also shares the romantic sights - and exquisite tastes - of Italy and Lisa starts to wonder if it's not just Rome seducing her.Only, as Lisa and Will dig into the past, neither of them is prepared for the long-buried secrets they reveal. Secrets that will turn both their world's upside down ...'A perfect mix of Italian food, the city of Rome, romance, hidden family secrets, friendship and fabulous descriptive storytelling' Rachel's Random Reads'Romance, wit and a fabulous "e;all is lost"e; moment' Sue Moorcroft, bestselling author of The Christmas Promise

**Lose yourself in the south of France this summer in this fabulously feel-good beach read!**Carrie Hayes has a job she enjoys and a perfectly nice boyfriend. She's sorted. Isn't she?But Carrie's life wasn't always like this. As a young,wild drama student, she married fellow actor, RichardMaddox, after a whirlwind romance. Life back then wasfull of possibilities, but when Hollywood beckonedRichard, Carrie was left behind.Now an A-list superstar, Richard's life couldn't be moredifferent to Carrie's, so when their paths cross in glamorousSt Tropez, she can't help but wonder what might have been.But with lovely, sensible Alan in tow, Carrie knowsshe needs to do the right thing. The only problem is,Carrie and Richard never quite got round to getting a divorce...Lose yourself this summer on the French Riviera,the perfect read for fans of Lucy Diamond and Jane Costello.

'A delicious Christmas delight' - Katie Fforde'All the best things about Christmas wrapped into one gorgeous, romantic read' - Phillipa Ashley, author of Christmas at the Cornish CafeThe gorgeous, Christmassy feel-good follow up to the Summer best-seller 'From Italy With Love'.Just until Christmas...That's what Paris socialite Siena keeps telling herself. She'll hide away in her sister Laurie's cottage near London to escape her hot-tempered fiance.However, when Jason - gorgeous but a bit of a Grinch - picks her up from the airport, he reveals that Laurie hasn't lived there for months, complicating Siena's holiday getaway.At first, Jason and Siena don't see eye to eye. But after a weekend in the most romantic city in the world, experiencing all it has to offer - from the magic of a fir-lined Champs-Elysees, lit up by thousands of sparkling fairy lights, to the swoosh of skates on ice at the Eiffel Tower - Siena shows Jason her Paris, and a whole other side to herself. Suddenly Siena's December deadline seems far too close...This Christmas, jet off to Paris with Siena and Jason and experience the magic of the holiday season.

Grab your passport and escape to Europe for the romance of a life time with this stunning romance read!'Full of glamour, romance and sizzling sexual tension, but at its heart is a truly heart-warming tale of self discovery - you'll not want to miss a moment of it' Chick Lit LoveHome-loving Laurie thinks she's happy - she has a safe, reliable boyfriend and working in her local library is what she thought she always wanted. That is until she inherits a vintage Ferrari from her eccentric Uncle Miles and the conditions of the inheritance are far from simple. To keep the car Laurie will have to drive across Europe with the gorgeous but unreliable Cameron Matthews as her guide... and Cam's motives for helping are not all that altruistic.Cam isn't particularly thrilled about escorting his late pal Miles' dull mouse of a niece on this wild goose chase but all he has to do is get Laurie safely to Italy and he's sure the Ferrari is his.But Uncle Miles had a few tricks up his sleeve and the route he's planned takes Cam and Laurie on a road trip they'll never forget. From sampling the delights of the Loire Valley to the breathtaking beauty of Lake Garda, this is one journey that has more twists and turns than either of them could ever have imagined...