French Holiday

Merry DeLuca has a problem—a big problem. Her sister just married her best friend and the only man she’s ever loved. Her life is rapidly spiraling down the drain, and she doesn’t have an escape plan.

After ten years of loyal service, Daisy Butterworth has been made redundant. Like any clever woman, she knows the cure to redundancy is a little too much wine and her best friend. Only the next morning, Daisy has more than a hangover...she has a whole new house—in France! Seeing this as an opportunity instead of a disaster, she’s excited about finally moving to France, just as she and her husband always dreamed of. However, Daisy is in for another surprise. Despite planning to move there for over 20 years, her husband never actually intended to go.

National Best Seller From the National Book Award–winning author of Just Kids: an unforgettable odyssey of a legendary artist, told through the prism of the cafés and haunts she has worked in around the world. It is a book Patti Smith has described as “a roadmap to my life.” M Train...

A continuation of the popular Very Christmas Series, this collection brings together the best French Christmas stories of all time in an elegant and vibrant collection featuring classics by Guy de Maupassant and Alphonse Daudet, plus stories by the esteemed 20th-century author Irène Némirovsky and contemporary writers Dominique Fabre and Jean-Philippe Blondel.

A Little Paris Christmas Murder —🎄🗼🐱 a festive cozy mystery set in Paris where food, wine, and books warm even the coldest nights… along with Mercury, the cat. Christmas in Paris… what could possibly go wrong? Ava Sext, an amateur sleuth and transplanted Londoner who sells books from a stand overlooking the Seine, is determined to make this her best holiday season ever. But when a fellow bookseller is pushed into the Seine at the bustling Christmas Fair, leaving him fighting for his life, Ava and her friend Henri DeAth must unravel the mystery before the holiday cheer turns ...

At the heart of every Irish family, the hopes of the future are tied deeply to the dreams of the past. And at the heart of every Maeve Binchy novel, the lives and loves of vividly drawn characters are deftly woven into unforgettable, beautifully realized tales. Now, in this charming audio set...

Excite your little language leaner with this easy and engaging audio course for kids. This step-by-step French course follows the relaxed approach of bestselling language coach, Paul Noble, who guides children gently through the basics, with no mention of grammar or text books. Simply listen...

Nate Lawrence is a college student with big dreams of becoming an architect, but the pressure of deadlines and expectations weighs heavily on him. When he gets the chance to spend two weeks in Provence, France, through a college exchange program, he seizes the opportunity to escape his routine and explore a world filled with breathtaking architecture and rich history. In the heart of this picturesque region, Nate meets Julien Moreau, a spirited photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of old buildings. With the wind in their hair and laughter echoing in the air, Nate and Julien ...

When 73-year-old Jen announces that she is going to marry Eddie, a man she met just a few months previously on a beach on Boxing Day, her four best friends from aqua aerobics are flabbergasted. The wedding is booked and, when the groom decides to have a stag trip to Las Vegas, the ladies arrange a hen party to beat all others - a week in the city of love, Paris.

The definitive biography of Napoleon -- hailed as "magnificent" by The Economist. "What a novel my life has been!" Napoleon once said of himself. Born into a poor family, the callow young man was, by twenty-six, an army general. Seduced by an older woman, his marriage transformed him into a...

Tanner, a fun-loving American jock, is on a solo trip through Europe, eager for adventure but struggling with the language. What was meant to be a simple coffee stop in Paris turns into a whirlwind of spontaneity when he crosses paths with Frederick, a charming and stylish Frenchman. Despite their language barrier, an unexpected spark ignites between them. Using a quirky translation app, Tanner and Frederick embark on an unforgettable weekend filled with fun, passion, and discovery. As they explore the hidden gems of Paris and navigate their growing connection, their bond deepens in ways ...

« J’ai chaud, j’ai la tête qui tourne et je sens la fameuse petite boule se former dans ma poitrine. Aaaah !!! Pas encore ! Je sais que c’est ridicule, que c’est juste un party et que ce n’est pas la fin du monde, mais mon anxiété s’en fout, elle, de ce que je pense. Elle m’écrase tranquillement, sournoisement, juste assez pour que je sois obligée de m’asseoir sur un banc pour reprendre mon souffle.

SEPT JOURS. TROIS COUPLES. UN MEURTRE. Le Sud de la France, un temps de rêve, une villa somptueuse avec vue imprenable sur les vignes : tout est réuni pour que Kate, ses meilleures amies et leurs familles passent des vacances parfaites. Mais Kate bascule du paradis à l'enfer lorsqu'elle découvre à son arrivée un message qui ne lui laisse aucun doute : son mari la trompe. Et sa maîtresse est là, dans la villa, avec eux. C'est l'une de ses trois meilleures amies. Mais laquelle ? Laquelle est prête à piétiner vingt ans d'amitié et à détruire sa famille ?

Seven years ago, Jack Bennett gave Mary Claire Coleman an ultimatum: marry me or I’m out of here. When she declined, he kept his word and moved halfway across the globe. Imagine Mary Claire’s surprise when Jack walks into her local Boise watering hole—and back into her life—two weeks before Christmas. Although Mary Claire put romance aside long ago to run her successful antique shop, this chance encounter has all the crackling electricity of their previous passion. She tries to keep her emotions in check, but a scorching hot date proves that their chemistry isn’t just in her head...

A TOWN & COUNTRY BEST NEW ROMANCE NOVEL TO READ IN 2026 A woman tests the limits of her so-called amicable divorce when she flies to Paris for the destination wedding of her former sister-in-law, only to butt heads with the deliciously gruff best man, in a poignant and romantic novel from Kate...

Anita Hughes's Christmas in Paris is a moving and heartwarming story about love, trust, and self-discovery. Set during the most magical week of the year, the glorious foods and fashions of the most romantic city in the world are sure to take your breath away. Isabel Lawson is standing on the...

What if one tropical escape could change everything? 📍 From the cozy streets of Montmartre (Paris) to a sun-drenched island, follow Elisabeth — a Parisian who’s given up on love — and Matthew, a Hollywood star running from fame. They’re not looking for romance. But under the tropical sun, sparks fly. And when the vacation ends… so does their story. Or does it? ✨ Told through three voices — Elisabeth, Matthew, and Mufasa the sarcastic cat — this festive romantic comedy blends tropical adventure, Parisian charm, and the magic of Christmas. 📚 Perfect for fans of slow-burn...

The most revered detective in Paris puts his skills to the test in three thrilling cases from the creator of Alex Cross and Detective Michael Bennett. French Kiss: Very handsome and charming French detective Luc Moncrief joined the NYPD for a fresh start—but someone wants to make his first big...

Could love be the biggest adventure of all? A new gorgeous, escapist romance from Sophie Claire, set in sunny Provence. Could love be the biggest adventure of all? Filmmaker Lily's life is all about work and adventure. So when she suffers an accident on her travels and finds herself recuperating...

Fans of Maeve Binchy will love this entertaining read that transcends time with history repeating itself, proving it’s not our circumstances that define us but the power within to change. A story of life, love, loss and seeking more, three generations of women are all on a journey to change their circumstances and find the life they believe they were destined for . . . revealing a terrible secret that changes it all. In 1960s Ireland, Maggie Treacy has never felt she belongs. Determined to change her life, the transformation doesn’t come without cost, but she isn’t going to let ...