Böcker av Patrina McKenna

Twenty-two-year-old Sasha lives in an apartment in London with her two best friends from university. However, life is not fair. Chloe and Kerstin have well-paid jobs, while Sasha struggles to make ends meet. Sasha's tired of borrowing clothes and having no money to enjoy herself while she's young - a fact that's not gone unnoticed by Grandpa Wilf. Grandpa Wilf has always been the most important person in Sasha's life. Her father left home when she was fifteen, and her mother wasn't interested in Sasha's hobbies and achievements. However, things take a surprising turn when Sasha receives an unexpected windfall. A shopping trip with Chloe and Kerstin is a priority; makeovers for everyone are a must! It soon becomes clear that Grandpa Wilf isn't as innocent as he makes out. Events take a surprising turn, leaving Sasha doubting who she can trust. One thing's for sure: the spending spree in London was just the start of changing times. Not only does Sasha undertake a transformation, but her decision-making impacts the hopes and dreams of others . . .

The truth always prevails - with some exceptions . . . When esteemed lawyer Hannah Makepeace and her four-year-old son move into a former smugglers' hideaway, little do they know that their lives will become entwined in events that happened at Pebble Cove over a century ago. Tobias Finchinglake is Hannah's first client when she returns to Truelove Hills from Dubai. He has no idea how their connection will lead to unravelling a mystery surrounding his ancestry that has plagued him all his life. Secrets are uncovered at Chateau Amore de Pebblio, Sonning Hall and Finchinglake Vineyard. Hannah's grandfather knows more than most. Will Arthur Makepeace reveal the missing piece of the jigsaw? Or will he keep the biggest secret of his life?

Secrets and lies in Truelove Hills can lead to only one thing - a weekend that changes everything . . . Twins, Tabitha and Tallulah Makepeace, are inseparable. They've grown up in Truelove Hills; work in their father's public house and even live above it. The only time they've been away from home was when they went to art school in London - which, of course, they went to together. Now at twenty-three years' old, their lives could be considered boring. Romance is considerably lacking; working behind the bar with Steve and Bruce Copperfield is a chore. Bruce still holds a light for Tallulah after a brief fling months ago, and Tabitha put a stop to Steve's advances before they even got off the ground. However, there's help on the way; Lady Leticia Lovett is keen to see the two youngest Makepeace girls settle down like their elder sisters, Hannah and Matilda. The new nursery manager, Miss Mae, also wants to lend a helping hand. Between them, Lady Lovett and Miss Mae organise a Matchmaking event at Chateau Amore de Pebblio for the August Bank Holiday weekend. Tallulah is reluctant to attend, but Tabitha is willing to give it a go. Little do they know it will be a weekend that will change their lives forever.

At twenty-five years old, Jessie's the youngest member of Rawlinson's Residential. She's not just the youngest; she's the newest member of the team - a fact that's pointed out to her on a daily basis. Real estate is a cutthroat business, and Jessie isn't proving she can make it in a world where it's not about what you know - but who you know. That's until the commission-driven team unwillingly goes on a course. Jessie sees this as her big opportunity. If she's the best performer on the three-day residential getaway, she'll get the chance to shine. The only trouble is the course doesn't go to plan, and Jessie is forced into the limelight. Will she fly, or will she fall? And then there are other things to deal with. A family with secrets, rumours of ghosts, and little children with no filters. Will Jessie succeed when everything's against her? A journey through London, Paris and New York will provide the answer. And maybe - just maybe - prove that fairy tales really do come true . . .

Lilly's world is falling apart: she's lost her job, her love life is far from satisfactory, and she has no real friends to speak of. Her life is spiralling down a path with no sense of purpose. On top of that, Granny Prue has died. When Lilly returns to the sleepy seaside village of Starminster for her grandmother's funeral, she has no idea of the surprises that lie before her. It soon becomes clear that Granny Prue didn't have time to complete her bucket list, and that her granddaughter was the only person she trusted to cross everything off. By following her grandmother's advice, Lilly's life takes on a dramatic transformation. While unravelling a set of cryptic messages, Lilly discovers that sixty years ago, her grandmother's dreams were shattered due to a cruel twist of fate. Two generations on, can Granny Prue's words of wisdom pave the way for Lilly to lead the life her grandmother had always dreamed of?

With members of Team Gesmo on the Summer Camp Organisation Committee, that could mean only one thing; four weeks of fun and excitement for the twenty children lucky enough to be heading to Tadgers Blaney Manor. The villagers of Glamicca Leap are in for a treat too, with a High Street Parade planned for the final day. However, not all goes to plan: Activities on the lake cause mayhem; there are reports of missing children, and an age-old myth from the La Principessa mansion in Tuscany creates friction within Team Gesmo. The emergence of an Odd Job man brings some solace to the chaos, but is he too good to be true? As the children's sense of adventure is unleashed, they uncover a connection between Tadgers and Tuscany that defies all belief. The UK's Press are keen to report on the astonishing events, but even they could not anticipate the discovery that makes Gerry more powerful than ever before. Tadgers Blaney Manor Summer Camp brings change for many; imaginations are enriched; strong friendships are formed, and one child's deserving family is set to prosper. The lives of Team Gesmo are also touched by the experience - for two of them things will never be the same again . . .

In the backstreets of Venice, a lonely craftsman faces a challenging mission; one he can't possibly embark on alone. What he doesn't realise is that help is on its way; a diverse group of individuals have come into contact with some large shiny stones and they are beginning to form an unbreakable bond. There's still a missing piece though, something that will provide the ultimate connection and take the newly formed team on the journey of a lifetime. If you would like to join the adventure and are willing to: travel through England, Ireland and Italy; become friends with an unlikely group of animals and house share with four university students, then please come on board. Everyone's welcome. It's a world where the power of friendship knows no bounds and diversity reigns. Oh, and the lonely craftsman, well he goes on the greatest journey of them all . . .

Born into the aristocratic Pippini dynasty as son and heir, Enrico's life was destined for fame and fortune. At the age of five the arrival of twin brothers made his family complete. Enrico's vivid imagination ensured that every moment alone with his siblings was full of magical adventures. The twins trusted him and he was their fearless protector. By the age of ten, Enrico was lost and alone; his bravado had torn the Pippini family apart. Borrowing his mother's secret star and turning his brothers into giants by mistake brought tragedy beyond belief. There was no other option than to run away while he found a solution to fix the problem. Enrico's journey takes him on a path of collusion, trickery and heart wrenching decisions. He also encounters kindness, friendship and romance. Will intervention by hidden forces bring Enrico's destiny back on track . . . or do changes to destiny happen for a reason?

Strange things are happening in the village of Glamicca Leap. Colourful stars are shining brightly above Tadgers Blaney Manor in the middle of the afternoon. There have been ghost sightings by the lake, and the myths surrounding this picturesque idyll have been brought to life by the UK's Press. There are challenges ahead for the newly-formed Team Gesmo: Darren and Henry have a nightclub to run, lost inheritance to find, and sinister code to crack. Jenny is due to launch her first fashion collection in Milan, and Jack is faced with imminent disaster in his new job as a vet at Tadgers. Also, the evil Professor Pietro Pippini has surfaced, meaning the animals in the team are under threat of being made human. Still, things appear to be going well in Ireland - Liam is planning to bring goodwill to all on Christmas Eve. One thing's for certain, Gerald Raffegi-Tangi will do anything in his power to protect his team. From his workshop in Venice, he oversees everyone via the magical gemstone jug. There are some things out of his control though; missing people, lost treasure and a heart-wrenching tragedy. He can't fix the past . . . or can he?

The day Lord Enrico introduces his three young sons to the family business he's the proudest man alive. He watches as the boys poke their fingers into the side of a hill at Tadgers to find their first gemstones. Unfortunately, his children have already come into contact with the family's sparkling stones . . . an act that alters the course of their lives and shatters their father's dreams. The boys disappear one day from their playroom in the manor house and, after many years, have never been found. Gerald Raffegi-Tangi learns of his background; he's a missing son, along with his twin brother, Tito. He enlists Team Gesmo to bring home Enrico junior; the rightful heir to their father's title and international empire. Along the way, the team's task is hindered by Professor Pietro Pippini who's on his own mission; one to bring evil, not justice. He also displays a new skill - he can make people disappear. As the race against time begins, astonishing secrets are revealed and hidden trysts divulged. Can Team Gesmo accomplish the challenge on their own, or do they need help? Only time will tell . . .