Single dad Mitchell Fisher has said a firm goodbye to romance. He relishes his job cutting off the padlocks that couples fasten to his hometown’s famous ‘love story’ bridge. Only his young daughter Poppy knows that behind his prickly veneer, Mitchell is deeply lonely – and he still grieves the loss of her mother.\nThen one hot summer’s day, everything changes when Mitchell bravely rescues a woman who falls from the bridge into the river. He’s surprised to feel an unexpected connection to her, but then she disappears. Desperate to find the mysterious woman, Mitchell teams up with her spirited sister Liza to see if she’s left any clues behind. There’s just one – a secret message on the padlock she left on love story bridge…\nBrimming with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and a sparkling cast of characters, The Secrets of Sunshine follows one man’s journey to unlock his heart and discover new beginnings in the unlikeliest places.

The Secrets of Sunshine

Humor & Entertainment

Patrick, Phaedra

Humor

When a relationship expert’s own marriage falls apart, she invites four strangers to Italy for a vacation of healing and second chances in this uplifting new novel from the author of The Messy Lives of Book People.\nGinny Splinter, acclaimed radio host and advice expert, prides herself on knowing what’s best for others. So she’s sure her husband, Adrian, will love the special trip to Italy she’s planned for their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. But when Ginny presents the gift to Adrian, he surprises her with his own very different plan—a divorce.\nBeside herself with heartache, Ginny impulsively invites four heartbroken listeners to join her in Italy instead while live on air. From hiking the hills of Bologna to riding a gondola in Venice to sharing stories around the dining table of the little Italian hotel, Ginny and her newfound company embark on a vacation of healing.\nHowever, when Adrian starts to rethink their relationship, Ginny must decide whether to commit to her marriage or start afresh, alone. And an unexpected stranger may hold the key to a very different future… Sunny, tender and brimming with charm, The Little Italian Hotel explores marriage, identity and reclaiming the present moment—even if it means leaving the past behind.\nLook for Phaedra Patrick’s previous charming bestsellers! 
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone The Library of Lost and Found The Secrets of Love Story Bridge The Messy Lives of Book People

The Little Italian Hotel: A Novel (Tar du ...)

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Park Row

The Secrets of Love Story Bridge: A Novel

From the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, soon to be a an original movie on Hallmark. "Patrick blends romance, mystery, and quirkiness to highly entertaining effect." --Booklist "A wonderfully hope-filled story." --Sarah Haywood, New York Times bestselling author of The Cactus A single father gets an unexpected second chance at love. It's summer in the city and passions are soaring along with the temperature--for everyone but Mitchell Fisher, who hates all things romance. He relishes his job cutting off the padlocks that couples fasten to the famous "love story" bridge. Only his young daughter, Poppy, knows that behind his prickly veneer, Mitchell still grieves the loss of her mother. Then one hot day, everything changes when Mitchell courageously rescues a woman who falls from the bridge into the river. He's surprised to feel an unexpected connection to her, but she disappears before he can ask her name. Desperate to find out her identity, Mitchell is shocked to learn she's been missing for almost a year. He teams up with her spirited sister, Liza, on a quest to find her again. However, she's left only one clue behind--a message on the padlock she hung on the bridge. Brimming with Phaedra Patrick's signature charm and a sparkling cast of characters, The Secrets of Love Story Bridge follows one man's journey to unlock his heart and discover new beginnings in the unlikeliest places. Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick. The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone The Library of Lost and Found Book People

Humor & Satire

From the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, now an original movie on Hallmark.\n“Sweet and resonant.” —People, “Best New Books” Pick\nA librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime.\nLibrarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people—though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her superhero-themed notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible.\nAll of that changes when a book of fairy tales arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her best friend—her grandmother Zelda—who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever.\nFilled with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heartwarming and poignant tale of how one woman must take control of her destiny to write her own happy ending.\nDon’t miss Phaedra Patrick’s winning new novel, The Messy Lives of Book People!\nLook for Phaedra Patrick's other charming bestsellers! 
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper 
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone 
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge

The Library of Lost and Found: A Novel

The Year of What If: A Novel

Can the future be rewritten? On the verge of her second marriage, Carla Carter knows she's finally found the one.&nbsp;She and her fiancé, Tom, met through Logical Love, a dating agency she founded for the pragmatically minded, and she's confident that, together, they will dispel an old family curse claiming Carter women are unlucky in love. For peace of mind, Carla's family insists she visit a fortune teller before she ties the knot. Except the tarot unexpectedly reveals that the love of Carla's life is not&nbsp;Tom, but one of the several men she briefly dated during her European gap year--twenty-one years ago. Only weeks away from her big day, Carla sets off across Europe to track down her exes from that unforgettable year, desperate to prove the fortune teller wrong. From Spain to Portugal, Italy to France, will one be her perfect match? And can a face from her past help Carla rewrite her entire family history--forever? "[An] uplifting tale of a woman searching her past--and herself--in pursuit of her one true love."&nbsp;--Lucy Gilmore, author of The Lonely Hearts Book Club "An absolute vacation of a book...&nbsp;I loved every moment."&nbsp;--Suzy Krause, author of Sorry I Missed You "A magical, whimsical journey in which one woman seeks to answer the question so many of us have asked ourselves...&nbsp;What if I'd done it all differently?"&nbsp;--Gretchen Anthony, author of Tired Ladies Take a Stand Look for&nbsp;Phaedra Patrick's previous charming bestsellers! <ul> <li>The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper</li> <li>Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone</li> <li>The Library of Lost and Found</li> <li>The Secrets of Love Story Bridge</li> <li>The Messy Lives of Book People</li> <li>The Little Italian Hotel</li> </ul>

Can the future be rewritten? On the verge of her second marriage, Carla Carter knows she's finally found the one.&nbsp;She and her fiancé, Tom, met through Logical Love, a dating agency she founded for the pragmatically minded, and she's confident that, together, they will dispel an old family curse claiming Carter women are unlucky in love. For peace of mind, Carla's family insists she visit a fortune teller before she ties the knot. Except the tarot unexpectedly reveals that the love of Carla's life is not&nbsp;Tom, but one of the several men she briefly dated during her European gap year--twenty-one years ago. Only weeks away from her big day, Carla sets off across Europe to track down her exes from that unforgettable year, desperate to prove the fortune teller wrong. From Spain to Portugal, Italy to France, will one be her perfect match? And can a face from her past help Carla rewrite her entire family history--forever? "[An] uplifting tale of a woman searching her past--and herself--in pursuit of her one true love."&nbsp;--Lucy Gilmore, author of The Lonely Hearts Book Club "An absolute vacation of a book...&nbsp;I loved every moment."&nbsp;--Suzy Krause, author of Sorry I Missed You "A magical, whimsical journey in which one woman seeks to answer the question so many of us have asked ourselves...&nbsp;What if I'd done it all differently?"&nbsp;--Gretchen Anthony, author of Tired Ladies Take a Stand Look for&nbsp;Phaedra Patrick's previous charming bestsellers! <ul> <li>The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper</li> <li>Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone</li> <li>The Library of Lost and Found</li> <li>The Secrets of Love Story Bridge</li> <li>The Messy Lives of Book People</li> <li>The Little Italian Hotel</li> </ul>

The house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer's shocking last wish in this delightful new novel from beloved author Phaedra Patrick\nMother of two Liv Green barely scrapes by as a maid to make ends meet, often finding escape in a good book while daydreaming of becoming a writer herself. So she can't believe her luck when she lands a job housekeeping for her personal hero, megabestselling author Essie Starling, a mysterious and intimidating recluse. The last thing Liv expected was to be the only person Essie talks to, which leads to a tenuous friendship.\nWhen Essie passes away suddenly, Liv is astonished to learn that her dying wish was for Liv to complete her final novel. But to do so Liv will have to step into Essie’s shoes. As Liv begins to write, she uncovers secrets from the past that reveal a surprising connection between the two women—one that will change Liv’s own story forever…\nLook for Phaedra Patrick's previous charming bestsellers!\nThe Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper 
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone 
The Library of Lost and Found 
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge

The Messy Lives of Book People

In this poignant and curiously charming debut, a lovable widower embarks on a life-changing adventure 
Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his wife, Miriam, was alive. He dresses in the same gray slacks and mustard sweater vest, waters his fern, Frederica, and heads out to his garden. 
But on the one-year anniversary of Miriam's death, something changes. Sorting through Miriam's possessions, Arthur finds an exquisite gold charm bracelet he's never seen before. What follows is a surprising and unforgettable odyssey that takes Arthur from London to Paris and as far as India in an epic quest to find out the truth about his wife's secret life before they met—a journey that leads him to find hope, healing and self-discovery in the most unexpected places. 
Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters with big hearts and irresistible flaws, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is a joyous celebration of life's infinite possibilities.

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

MIRA

Look for Phaedra Patrick’s newest perfectly charming read, The Secrets of Love Story Bridge. “An endearing celebration of life.” -RealSimple.com Perfect for fans of A Man Called Ove, this curiously charming debut follows a lovable widower and his life-changing adventure of love and self-discovery. Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his wife, Miriam, was alive. He dresses in the same gray slacks and mustard sweater vest, waters his fern, Frederica, and heads out to his garden. But on the one-year anniversary of Miriam’s death, something changes. Sorting through Miriam’s possessions, Arthur finds an exquisite gold charm bracelet he’s never seen before. What follows is a surprising and unforgettable odyssey that takes Arthur from London to Paris and as far as India in an epic quest to find out the truth about his wife’s secret life before they met—a journey that leads him to find hope and healing in the most unexpected places. Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters with big hearts and irresistible flaws, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is a joyous reminder of life’s infinite possibilities. Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick. The Library of Lost and Found Rise and Shine Benedict Stone

Phaedra Patrick's debut novel, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, was hailed as "poignant" and "utterly endearing." Now she returns with Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone, a gem of a novel about family, forgiveness and one man's second chance at happiness. Moonstone for empathy. Azurite for memories. Lapis lazuli for truth… In the quiet village of Noon Sun, Benedict Stone has settled into a complacent and predictable routine. Business at his jewelry shop has dried up; his marriage is on the rocks. His life is in desperate need of a jump start… And then a surprise arrives at his door. Gemma is Benedict's audacious teenage niece—the daughter of his estranged brother, Charlie. The two Stone brothers had a falling out and haven't spoken in almost two decades, since Charlie left for America. Reckless and stubborn, Gemma invites herself into Benedict's world and turns his orderly life upside down. But she might just be exactly what he needs to get his life back on track… Filled with colorful characters and irresistible charm, Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone is a luminous reminder of the unbreakable bonds of family, and shows that having someone to embrace life with is always better than standing on your own.

Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone: A Novel

United States

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The Secrets of Sunshine

The Little Italian Hotel: A Novel (Tar du ...)

The Secrets of Love Story Bridge: A Novel

The Library of Lost and Found: A Novel

The Year of What If: A Novel

The Year of What If: A Novel

The Messy Lives of Book People

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone: A Novel