A heart-rending story about the unique bond between a father and his daughter, for fans of Jojo Moyes, the bestselling author of Me Before You.
HOW DO YOU LEAVE THE PERSON YOU LOVE THE MOST?
Will Curtis's six-year-old daughter, Ella, knows her father will never leave her. After all, he promised her so when her mother died. And he's going to do everything he can to keep his word.
What Will doesn't know is that the promise he made to his little girl might be harder to keep than he imagined. When he's faced with an impossible decision, Will finds that the most obvious choice might not be the right one.
But the future is full of unexpected surprises. And father and daughter are about to embark on an unforgettable journey together . . .

Time to Say Goodbye

Literature & Fiction

Robertson, S.D.

Genre Fiction

AVON.

‘A heartbreaking tale’ THE SUN
‘Exceptionally beautiful’ MIRANDA DICKINSONThey’ll always have each other…won’t they?Lisa and Elliot have been best friends ever since the day they met as children. Popular, bright and sporty, Lisa was Elliot’s biggest supporter when the school bullies made his life a misery, and for that, he will always be grateful.
Twenty years later, life has pulled the pair apart and Lisa is struggling. Her marriage is floundering, her teenage kids are being secretive, and she’s so tired she can’t think straight. So when Elliot knocks on the door, looking much better than she remembers, she can’t help but be delighted to see her old friend again.
With Elliot back in their lives, Lisa’s family problems begin to improve – he’s like the fairy godmother she never had. As their bond deepens, she realises how much she’s missed him, and prays that this is one friendship that will last a lifetime. But sometimes, life has other ideas…
A heartwarming story perfect for fans of Keith Stewart and Jojo Moyes, that will leave you with a tear in your eye but hope in your heart.

Stand By Me

Literary

The USA Today and Kindle Top #25 Bestseller‘A real tear-jerker’ THE SUN
‘A stunning read’ MIRANDA DICKINSON, author of Somewhere Beyond the Sea
For a decade, Hannah’s life has been pretty close to perfect – she has a great job, she’s married to Mark, and her child-free existence means she’s free as a bird. The only sadness in her life is a fall-out with her sister Diane, who hasn’t spoken to her in over ten years. But now Diane is on her doorstep – and this time, she’s got her teenage daughter Mia in tow.
When Diane asks if Mia can stay with Hannah and Mark for a few days, Hannah is glad of the chance to get to know her niece. But as the days turn into weeks and Diane doesn’t return, Hannah begins to worry. Why hasn’t her sister been in touch?
Diane is carrying a devastating secret that will destroy Hannah’s carefully constructed life. But how much is she willing to reveal – and when will she pick her moment?
An emotional story that delves into the true meaning of family, sisterhood and secrets. Perfect for fans of Kerry Fisher and Adele Parks.
More praise for My Sister’s Lies:
'Unputdownable. A real page-turner.' Maria Felix Vas, BBC Radio Lancashire
‘You don’t realise how quickly this story draws you in and then takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride.’ Welsh Country Magazine
'A tender and beautifully told heart-tugging story.' Caroline England, bestselling author of My Husband’s Lies
'With great skill and humour S.D. Robertson guides us through a minefield of family misunderstandings and discontent. I'm not sure I've seen such dynamics tackled better.' Stewart Foster, author of The Bubble Boy
'Mind-blowing … I cannot express just how much this book has gripped me!' Cara's Book Boudoir
'S.D. Robertson writes excellent books about messy lives and true emotions and My Sister's Lies is no exception.' Books of All Kinds
'A perfectly executed story and a great read.' Reading, Willing &amp; Able
'A really fascinating study into the vagaries of family life.' Jaffareadstoo

My Sister’s Lies

A heart-rending story of family tragedy, perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse and Jojo Moyes.
Is holding on harder than letting go?
Dan’s life has fallen apart at the seams. He’s lost his house, his job is on the line, and now he’s going to lose his family too. All he’s ever wanted is to keep them together, but is everything beyond repair?
Maria is drowning in grief. She spends her days writing letters that will never be answered. Nights are spent trying to hold terrible memories at bay, to escape the pain that threatens to engulf her.
Jack wakes up confused and alone. He doesn’t know who he is, how he got there, or why he finds himself on a deserted clifftop, but will piecing together the past leave him a broken man?
In the face of real tragedy, can these three people find a way to reconcile their past with a new future? And is love enough to carry them through?

If Ever I Fall

'A heartwarming and thought-provoking story of grief, redemption and reinvention in our modern world.'&nbsp;Imogen Clark, bestselling author of Where The Story Starts You can't have a rainbow, without a little rain... When a stranger saves Luke's life, he knows he's been given a second chance. He's going to make it count - and, determined to live each day to its fullest, he starts by saying yes to everything life has to offer. Slowly but surely, Luke learns that a little bit of blue-sky thinking can go a long way, and things start to look up. But when Luke's new resolve is tested, will he return to his old ways? Or can one fateful moment truly save a life? A life-affirming story about a man who is given a second chance, perfect for fans of Mike Gayle and Imogen Clark.

How to Save a Life

The exciting new novel from the bestselling author of My Sister's Lies. Is her whole life built on a lie? Rose has always been close to her father. Her mother died soon after she was born, so it's been just the two of them for as long as she can remember. But a chance encounter days before she's due to get married leaves Rose questioning everything she has ever known. The man she trusts most in the world has been keeping a secret from her. And the truth will leave her with an impossible choice... An emotional family drama about the secrets we keep from those closest to us, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Susan Lewis. Readers love The Daughter's Choice: 'A page-turning, emotional rollercoaster I found difficult to put down' Samantha Tonge, bestselling author of The Summer Island Swap 'What a book! Really enjoyable.' NetGalley Reviewer 'Had me guessing until the end.' NetGalley Reviewer 'An emotional read. Highly recommended.' NetGalley Reviewer 'Heartbreaking and emotional. I could not put it down.' NetGalley Reviewer 'Gripped me from the very first page and didn't let me go.' NetGalley Reviewer 'I always look forward to reading any new book by S.D. Robertson and this one certainly didn't disappoint.' NetGalley Reviewer

The Daughter’s Choice

He saved my little girl when I couldn’t. I invited him into our lives. But I had no idea he knew my darkest secret…\nIt is an ordinary September morning when I nearly lose my little girl. My mouth is dry, my hands shake when I see that she has darted unexpectedly into the playground…\nThe place where my own childhood ended.\nWhere I can’t set foot inside.\nAs she wobbles on top of the climbing frame about to fall, a silent scream freezes in my throat. So when a stranger hears her cries and rushes to help, I feel weak with relief.\nI thank him as my daughter presses her tear-stained face into my skirt. Looking into his warm brown eyes and gentle smile, I feel an instant connection. When our paths cross again, I invite him for dinner. I’ve been so lonely since the breakdown of my marriage. What harm could come of it?\nSoon we are seeing each other daily and I feel a spark grow between us. But then he says something that makes my heart beat fast in my chest. Something that makes me think he knows my secret.\nThat he knows what really happened at the playground all those years ago.\nAnd if he knows that, he could destroy my precious family in a second…\nA completely unputdownable page-turner about the terrible secrets that any family can hide. Fans of Lisa Jewell, K.L. Slater and Gillian McAllister will be hooked on The Playground!\nWhat everyone is saying about The Playground:\n‘Oooh, what a twisty mind-bender. This book will suck you in until you devour it and then leave you thinking DID I REALLY READ WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENED? Yes, it did. The story starts off strongly and rocket rides to an utterly satisfying ending: highly recommended.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘Amazing!... I couldn’t put it down from the very beginning… Incredibly clever and unique from anything I have ever read… The twists are unsuspecting and brilliant. The ending was satisfying and I had all the feels after finishing this… Y’all read it when it comes out!!! If you like Lisa Jewell you will love this authors writing. Trust me!’ Ash Is All Booked Up, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘Absolutely hooked from the first page… I thought had this sussed but oh my, was I wrong!! Fab fab read, going to read all the author’s other novels now.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘One of my favourite authors who I always know I am going to enjoy… Brilliant with great characters… I was gripped from the beginning until the end which brought everything to a satisfactory conclusion, just absolutely fantastic storytelling at its best.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘I read this book in two sittings, I literally couldn’t put it down. I cannot wait to see what’s in store next; keep them coming !!!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘An awesome read which kept me hooked from start to finish.’ Goodreads reviewer\n‘I couldn't put it down. Kept me going. So many twists and turns.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘What a book! I was immersed into the storyline from the very first chapter and couldn’t put the book down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n‘Wow, this book packs a lot of punches with lots of action and emotional rollercoasters to boot… Brilliantly written and very original and clever premise, I seriously enjoyed this one.’ Goodreads reviewer\n‘A page-turner. I could not put this book down.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Playground: A totally gripping psychological thriller with an unexpected twist

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Thrillers & Suspense

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