Jill Mansell

Hallie driver en populær spørrespalte på nettet hvor man kan sende inn spørsmål om moralske dilemmaer. Det eneste man må gjøre for å få svar, er å fortelle tre ting om seg selv. Hallie velger alltid å være ærlig i svarene sine, men hva hun ikke forteller leserne, er at hun selv lider av en dødelig sykdom og at hun venter på en donor som kan gi henne nye lunger – helst før tiden løper ut … Sagt om Jill Mansell: «Full av humor, intriger og mennesker du vil elske.» – Heat «Jill Mansell blir bare bedre og bedre ... intelligent og voksen chick.lit på sitt aller beste.» – Good Housekeeping «En varm, morsom og romantisk bok som du ikke kan legge fra deg.» – Daily Mail «Jill Mansell er i en liga for seg selv. Du vil forelske deg i alle menneskene i denne herlige fortellingen.» – Sun «Plukk denne opp på eget ansvar – du får ikke gjort en ting før du har lest ferdig.» – Heat «Å lese den er å sluke den.» – Company

A touching romantic novel about a young woman whose time is running out - a Sunday Times bestseller. Not to be missed by readers of Lucy Diamond and Jenny Colgan. Jill Mansell's enchanting new novel will drive readers to seize life with both hands and make the most of every minute... Hallie has a secret. She's in love. He's perfect for her in every way, but he's seriously out of bounds. And her friends aren't going to help her because what they do know is that Hallie doesn't have long to live. Time is running out... Flo has a dilemma. She really likes Zander. But his scary sister won't be even faintly amused if she thinks Zander and Flo are becoming friends - let alone anything more. Tasha has a problem. Her new boyfriend is the adventurous type. And she's afraid one of his adventures will go badly wrong. THREE AMAZING THINGS ABOUT YOU begins as Hallie goes on a journey. A donor has been found and she's about to be given new lungs. But whose? What readers are saying about Three Amazing Things About You: 'I loved all the characters, and hated to leave their world. When a book can make you smile, cry and laugh, you know it's a winner' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I adored every single page and every single feeling this story evoked in me. Beautifully researched, beautifully told and expressed and I want to read it again and again' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A wonderful tale of friendship, love, loss and the miracles of life. Such a rich tapestry of characters beautifully bought together' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

Love is a complicated thing... Lottie Carlyle is happy enough. Living in a beautiful cottage with her two adorable--sometimes--kids in an idyllic village, on good terms with her ex-husband, and with friends all around, everything is going just fine. But when she meets her new boss, her peaceful world is thrown into delightful, exciting, and frustrating chaos. Tyler is perfect for Lottie, but her kids do not agree. To make matters worse, the handsome and mysterious Seb appears on the scene, intriguing--and distracting--Lottie and charming her children, making it more and more difficult for her to make up her mind... "Very nicely done... Jill Mansell's chorus of sharp-witted youth, shaking sticks at the foibles of their elders, is delightful." --Daily Express "A smashing read that both delights and surprises the reader." --The Sun Praise for Thinking of You: "Mansell is like a Michelin-rated chef: She may use common ingredients, but under her sure hand the results are deliciously superior." --Kirkus "Humorous, sometimes poignant... Her breezy style resembles that of Sophie Kinsella or Helen Fielding... readers will be delighted." --Booklist "Jill Mansell combines, humor, friendship, romance and betrayal... keeps you wanting more." --Fresh Fiction "Beyond the fun, faulted characters, Mansell has a gift for humorous and witty dialogue that will leave readers in stitches... Mansell excels at creating relationships that are dynamic and complicated." --Savvy Verse and Wit

Jill Mansell's bestseller THE UNPREDICTABLE CONSEQUENCES OF LOVE is an unforgettable tale of sunny days on the beach, Cornwall in the summer and secrets about to be revealed. Perfect for readers of Lucy Diamond and Veronica Henry. In the idyllic seaside town of St Carys, Sophie is putting the past firmly behind her. When Josh arrives in St Carys to run the family hotel, he can't understand why Sophie has zero interest in letting any man into her life. He also can't understand how he's been duped into employing Sophie's impulsive friend Tula, whose crush on him is decidedly unrequited. St Carys has more than its fair share of characters, including the charming but utterly feckless surfer Riley Bryant, who has a massive crush on Tula. Riley's aunt is superstar author Marguerite Marshall. And Marguerite has designs on Josh's grandfather...who in turn still adores his glamorous ex-wife, Dot... Just how many secrets can one seaside town keep? What readers are saying about The Unpredictable Consequences of Love: 'The way in which the various stories played out - with all their twists and turns, laughs and real sadness - against the vividly drawn Cornish setting made for quite engrossing reading' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Wonderfully witty, highly compelling and absolutely impossible to resist' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'So much love is flowing in this little seaside town and each of the characters are loveable and entertaining. The perfect read with no flaws and had me hooked from start to finish' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

Hvis bare kjærligheten var like enkel som A WALK IN THE PARKIngen visste hvor det var blitt av Lara …Lara Carson kommer hjem til Bath etter 18 år, og hun har mye å ta igjen. For Lara forlot familien sin og kjæresten Flynn da hun var 16, uten å si et ord til noen. Og ingen har hørt fra henne siden. Reaksjonene lar ikke vente på seg. Evie er henrykt over at barndomsvenninnen er tilbake i tide til å rekke årets store begivenhet. Evie skal nemlig gifte seg med drømmemannen Joel – og få en etterlengtet familie på kjøpet. Flynn er om mulig blitt enda kjekkere, men han virker rystet over gjensynet. Sjokket blir nok ikke mindre når han får vite Laras godt bevarte hemmelighet …«En engasjerende historie som vil holde deg i ånde fra begynnelse til slutt.» Daily Mail«Herlig romantisk fortelling.» Choice"Mansell charmingly mixes her trademark British chick lit style with a web of poignant love stories... Mansell deftly weaves a sweet and pleasant story. "Publishers Weekly"Mansell excels at the ensemble romantic comedy, and her quirky but endearing characters shine once again." Booklist

Finding the courage to trust your heart can be the hardest thing of all... Dexter Yates has the looks, the money, the swanky apartment, and girlfriends galore. But it's not until his niece, Delphi, is born that Dex falls in love for the first time in his life. Then tragedy strikes when Dex's sister Laura dies in an accident. Suddenly, Dex finds himself a new parent and a single father to boot. With no idea how to raise an eight-month-old baby girl on his own, Dex decides to move into his weekend home in the small village of Briarwood in the Cotswolds. The quirky neighborhood welcomes him with open arms, especially next--door neighbor and gifted cartoonist Molly who offers to help with Delphi. Molly won't put up with any nonsense and her messy romantic past makes her cautious. If they can learn to trust each other, there might be a happily-ever-after for all three. A fresh and fun British women's fiction and a great romantic book with plenty of humor and friendship. Fans of Meg Cabot, Sophie Kinsella, Helen Fielding and Jennifer Weiner will love Mansell's quirky humor and the "will they, won't they" relationship between Molly and Dex. What reviewers are saying about Don't Want To Miss A Thing: "A little bundle of joy changes everything in this quirky chick--lit tale... charmingly well charted. " --Publishers Weekly " her signature blend of humor, romance, and multiple happy endings, " --Booklist "Utterly charming from the first page, Mansell's engaging tale is as welcome and warming as a cup of tea on a rainy night. " --RT Book Reviews "One of the masters of fun, upbeat fiction with twists of romance..." --Shelf Awareness "sweet, funny, and even a tiny bit sad but oh so fantastic " --Peeking Between the Pages" With a charming English village, a baby, and a playboy, chick--lit enthusiasts can go wrong with this book " --Debbie's Book Bag

'Bursting with humour, brimming with intrigue and full of characters you'll adore' HeatA delightful and heart-warming novel about a man, a baby and a lot of surprises from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wedding of the Year and Promise Me. Dexter Yates loves his fun, carefree London life. But everything changes in a heartbeat when his sister dies. Suddenly Dexter is in charge of Delphi, her eight-month-old daughter. Desperate to become the kind of father Delphi deserves, Dexter moves to a beautiful Cotswolds village. Artist Molly Hayes is on red alert when she meets her new neighbour. Molly has a history of choosing the wrong men. And Dexter is exactly the kind of man she's determined to stay away from. There's something irresistible about his efforts to be a good dad, but he still has a look that signals trouble ahead. As Dexter works on his parenting skills, he can't ignore his growing connection with Molly. But he has a lot to learn about relationships, about other people's secrets . . . and about himself. Readers love Don't Want To Miss A Thing:'A really perfect read with plot twists and turns, misunderstandings, humour and sadness' ?????'Will make you cry one minute, bite your fingernails to the knuckle the next and have you laughing out loud (often in sheer relief) before starting the whole cycle again' ?????'Jill Mansell has again written a beautiful novel that loyal fans will love and new readers will delight in discovering!' ?????'Mansell is a master at hitting all the right notes that hook a reader and tug at the heartstrings' ?????'The best book I have read for years. I didn't want it to end!' ?????? DON'T MISS JILL MANSELL'S IRRESISTIBLE NEW NOVEL, AN ALMOST PERFECT SUMMER, OUT NOW! ?

A WALK IN THE PARK is a Sunday Times bestseller by Jill Mansell, not to be missed by fans of Lucy Diamond and Milly Johnson. Reviewers love Jill's books: 'Glorious, heartwarming, romantic' Woman & HomeIt's been a while, but Lara Carson's back in Bath and lives are set to change as a result. Because Lara left her family and boyfriend Flynn eighteen years ago without a word to anyone. Why has no one heard from her since? Her childhood best friend Evie is thrilled Lara's back and able to share her happiness. Evie's about to walk down the aisle with her dream man, Joel. Or so she thinks... Then there's Flynn Erskine, even more attractive now and stunned to see Lara again. The spark between them is as strong as ever, but how's Flynn going to react when he discovers the secret she's been keeping from him? Oh yes, there's a lot of catching up to be done... What readers are saying about A Walk In The Park: 'Big and bold characters fill the page with colour, warmth and humour. I didn't want to put it down or for the story to end' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I love all of Jill Mansell's books and this is no exception. This is definitely a laugh-out-loud book - entertaining, funny, sad in places and uplifting' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Vivid and realistic... I still linger on the wonderful story' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Da Ellie mister sin kjære Jamie i en tragisk ulykke, føles det som om verden går under. Bit for bit bygger hun opp livet sitt igjen. Men det er ikke lett å være ung enke når alle synes synd på henne hele tiden, særlig arbeidskollegene. Derfor vil Ellie gjerne finne seg en ny jobb, der ingen kjenner fortiden hennes. Men noen ny mann er hun absolutt ikke klar for ennå. Etter å ha flyttet til et bedre strøk av byen, får hun en ny venninne i nabolaget, men bak den vellykkede fasaden skjuler Roo sine egne hemmeligheter. Zack har alt han ønsker seg, bortsett fra drømmekvinnen. Han tror han har funnet henne. Uheldigvis er hun ikke det minste interessert i ham – bare hunden hans. Men Zack er ikke den som gir opp så lett.

The gorgeously indulgent, funny and touching new novel from the bestselling author, which reached No. 2 in the hardback bestseller charts. When Ellie Kendall tragically loses her husband she feels her life is over. But eventually she's ready for a new start - at work, that is. She doesn't need a new man when she has a certain secret visitor to keep her company... Moving to North London, Ellie meets neighbour Roo who has a secret of her own. Can the girls sort out their lives? Guilt is a powerful emotion, but a lot can happen in a year in Primrose Hill...

Jill Mansell's bestseller TAKE A CHANCE ON ME takes readers on an entirely unpredictable romantic journey... For readers of Carole Matthews and Lucy Diamond. Cleo Quinn doesn't have a great track record when it comes to men, but now Will's come along she's optimistic. Handsome, attentive and an absolute gentleman when it comes to her questionable cooking skills, he could be her Mr Right. Things are definitely looking up for Cleo . . . apart from one small problem with a rather large ego. Johnny LaVenture, world-famous sculptor and her childhood adversary, is back in Channing's Hill and tormenting Cleo as if he'd never been away. But life never goes to plan, does it? Johnny isn't the only one stirring up trouble and, for Cleo's family and friends, all kinds of sparks are starting to fly. If you think you can put the past behind you, think again . . . What readers are saying about Take a Chance on Me: 'The characters are incredible and the story is so sweet' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'I really enjoyed this light-hearted story, told with Jill Mansell's usual eye for detail and quirky sense of humour. This story drew me in from the first page' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This book is a delight - the characters are diverse and wonderfully flawed, and Mansell's writing is witty and refreshing' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Would you be tempted? Newly single, Tilly Cole impulsively accepts a job offer in a small town as a "Girl Friday." Fun job, country house, fresh start, why not? But soon she finds herself in a hotbed of gossip, intrigue, and rampant rivalry for the town's most desirable bachelor--Jack Lucas. Rumors of Jack's "love 'em and leave 'em" escapes abound, and Tilly decides to do the mature, sensible thing... avoid Jack at all cost. But the more time Tilly spends with Jack, the more the rumors just don't make sense. Tilly doesn't know what to believe... and Jack's not telling.

A deliciously engaging romantic novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wedding of the Year and The One You Really WantNell O'Driscoll has known Marcus Kilburton for years. According to her diary, she even had a crush on him as a teenager. When he decides to open Kilburton Castle to the public, Nell takes a job as his assistant - and soon sparks are flying between them. But is Nell free to pursue Marcus, when a figure from her past refuses to let go? Meanwhile, Nell's best friend, Hetty Brewster, has her own problems. Hetty's husband has abandoned her for a successful writer. Now the press is full of stories about the frumpy, boring wife losing out to a younger, slimmer model. But Hetty's about to get her chance for sweet revenge - if she can stop being a nice person long enough to take it! What readers are saying about Open House:'A delightful read. Heart-warming and gentle - Jill Mansell at her best' ?????'The characters are amazingly real - you begin to feel you know them and sympathise with their situations. The storylines and twists are unexpected. A fantastic book!' ?????'Another fabulous, can't-put-it-down read. I've grown up with Jill Mansell's books and she never fails' ?????'The story flowed so well. It's cleverly written and I couldn't wait to see what happened next. Highly recommend' ?????'A wonderful balance of drama and humour. Truly an amazing book' ?????? DON'T MISS JILL MANSELL'S IRRESISTIBLE NEW NOVEL, AN ALMOST PERFECT SUMMER, OUT NOW! ?

SHEER MISCHIEF by bestselling author Jill Mansell is an unmissable romantic comedy about sisterly love and rivalry... Not to be missed by readers of Sophie Kinsella and Marian Keyes. It's not that Janey Sinclair isn't pleased to see her sister. It's just that being woken at seven by Maxine, complete with police escort, isn't quite how she'd planned to spend her Sunday. Even so Janey, who's just rebuilding her life after her husband disappeared, is delighted that her sister's back in the Cornish town where they grew up. When Maxine sets her sights on Guy Cassidy, an impossibly glamorous fashion photographer, Janey knows there's no limit to the mischief her sister will get up to in order to dispatch her rivals. But little do they know that the competition is a lot closer to home than they think... What readers are saying about Sheer Mischief: 'Escapism at its best. Settle in and enjoy!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Lots of laughter. Typical of Jill Mansell. Can't help but thoroughly enjoy her books' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Couldn't put this down. Jill excelled herself in wit and maintaining suspense' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Funny, heart-warming and keeps you gripped until the very end' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

'The characters are so funny and the sub-plots are written with such a light touch' TelegraphTilly's not looking for love, but love certainly has its eye on her! Newly single Tilly Cole impulsively quits her London job for a fresh start in the small town of Roxborough - and arrives in a hotbed of gossip, intrigue and rampant rivalry for the most desirable men. Tilly has no intention of joining in. She's just happy to be working for Max Dineen, who seems perfect in every way. But she hasn't counted on her reaction to Jack Lucas. Jack is irresistible . . . and he has Tilly in his sights. But there are shocking rumours about his wicked reputation. Tilly doesn't want to be just another notch on anyone's bedpost. But is she being mature and sensible - or is she running away from the love of her life? Readers LOVE Rumour Has It!'From the first page, the characterisation was outstanding and the writing strong - so warm and funny and easy to read. Definitely five star fiction' ?????'Jill Mansell is a fantastic writer and I think this book is superb' ?????'Honestly so heart warming and lovely, I couldn't put it down . . . If you want to laugh, cry and just feel good and mushy inside then this is the book for you' ?????'The characters are beautifully written to add flavour and interest to this lovely story. This is real curl up in front of the fire reading' ?????'Such clever writing. You can't go wrong with any of her books. Highly recommended' ?????? Don't miss Jill Mansell's irresistible new novel, An Almost Perfect Summer, available now! ?

Jill Mansell's delicious bestseller FALLING FOR YOU is not to be missed by readers of Katie Fforde and Veronica Henry. Reviewers love Jill's novels: 'Glorious, romantic, heartwarming' Woman & HomeMaddy Harvey was a bit of an ugly duckling as a teenager, what with her NHS specs, unfortunate hair and wonky teeth. Thankfully she's blossomed since then. But when she meets Kerr McKinnon one starry summer's night and discovers, days later, who he actually is... well, that's when the problems really start. Because everyone in Ashcombe knows what happened eleven years ago, and as far as her mother's concerned, Marcella would rather tear that family to pieces with her bare hands than see Maddy associate with a McKinnon. It's Romeo and Juliet all over again. Quick, hide those sharp knives and that little bottle of poison... What readers are saying about Falling For You: 'Completely unputdownable. Falling for You explores some extremely serious storylines but in a moving and sometimes humorous manner' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Full of warmth and fun and wonderfully familiar, yet with a hint of surprise and suspense as well. Like her other books, this is charming and witty. Another winner from Jill Mansell' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'This book surprised me so much. Perfection. Beautifully written. Oh and the ending? Mind-blowing!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Jill Mansell's hugely entertaining bestseller GOOD AT GAMES is perfect for you if you love reading Cathy Kelly, Milly Johnson and Lucy Diamond. Reviewers love Jill Mansell: 'A lovely uplifting read' Good HousekeepingSuzy fell for Harry the moment she showed him her husband's sperm sample. It didn't really belong to her husband, though, because she wasn't married. It wasn't a sperm sample either, it was a drinks carton containing the dregs of her milkshake. But when you're trying to get off a speeding charge you just have to improvise, don't you? And it wasn't actually love at first sight. Still, it was undeniably a healthy attack of lust. And it might just be the beginning of something special... What readers are saying about Good at Games: 'This book is hilariously funny, addictive and you just can't stop once you've started. It's my favourite romantic comedy book of all time' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'A really fun read in Jill's usual style. Plenty of ups and downs and truly enviable characters' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Another great book by Jill Mansell. It's amazing how she has so many interweaving storylines going on and yet she juggles them perfectly' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING JILL MANSELL! WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT AN OFFER YOU CAN'T REFUSE ***** 'JILL MANSELL AT HER BEST' - Amazon review ***** 'LOVED EVERY SECOND' - Goodreads review ***** 'THE CHARACTERS QUICKLY FOUND THEIR WAY INTO MY HEART' - Amazon review ***** 'COULDN'T PUT THE BOOK DOWN' - Goodreads review ***** 'AMAZING . . . UNPUTDOWNABLE' - Amazon reviewTen years ago, Lola Malone was offered £10,000 - and what seventeen-year-old wouldn't be happy with that? There was just one catch. The person doing the offering was her boyfriend Dougie's mother, and it was on condition that Lola broke up with her beloved son. Lola was outraged. Nothing could tear her and Dougie apart . . . but then she discovered a terrible secret. Suddenly, she had no choice but to take the money and run. Now a twist of fate has brought Lola and Dougie together again, and her feelings for him are as strong as ever. But she broke Dougie's heart, and he's about to discover that she was paid to do it. She can't tell him the truth - so can she get him back? Well, Lola likes to think she's hard to resist. But this man might be the first to do just that . . . IF YOU ENJOY AN OFFER YOU CAN'T REFUSE, DON'T MISS JILL'S IRRESISTIBLE 2021 BESTSELLER AND NOW YOU'RE BACK! Everyone loves Jill Mansell's novels! 'A fabulous, gorgeous read, with characters you'll take to your heart' Milly Johnson, author of MY ONE TRUE NORTH 'I loved the characters and relationships and found myself rooting for everyone. It left me with a lovely warm glow' Libby Page, author of THE LIDO 'Such a joyful read and hugely entertaining . . . Readers are in for a real treat' Ruth Hogan, author of THE KEEPER OF LOST THINGS 'A smashing read that both delights and surprises the reader' Sun 'Jill Mansell just gets better and better' Heat 'Romantic, funny, heartwarming and heartbreaking' Daily Express

DON'T MISS JILL'S WONDERFUL NEW NOVEL PROMISE ME, COMING IN JANUARY 2022!! Jill Mansell's uputdownable romantic novel THINKING OF YOU will delight readers of Cathy Kelly and Lucy DiamondGinny Holland's daughter Jem has headed off to university, leaving single mum Ginny with a severe case of empty nest syndrome. To make matters worse, the first gorgeous man she's clapped eyes on in years has just accused Ginny of shoplifting. So Ginny decides to advertise for a lodger but what she gets is lovelorn Laurel, who can only talk about her ex-boyfriend. However Laurel has a dangerously charming brother, Perry, and add to that the offer of a great new job, and things are looking up...until Ginny realises that her potential boss is all too familiar. Is it too late for Ginny to set right the first impression she made when Finn Penhaligon got quite the wrong end of the stick? And is either Finn or Perry quite what they seem? What readers are saying about Thinking Of You: 'A perfect mix of love, fun and charm. This book contains more heart than many others' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'A charming and delightful story. This book is laced with laugh out loud humour as well as a few heart tugging disappointments' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Simply amazing. This book had me hooked from the very beginning. There are no words to say how good it was; you just have to read it for yourself' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars