Fern, 35 ans a une voix sublime mais n'a pas encore trouvé le moyen d'en vivre. Serveuse dans un pub, elle y joue deux soirs par semaine avec un guitariste, Carl. Elle cumule les petits boulots jusqu'à ce que Cari, fou amoureux d'elle, lui trouve une mission d'intérim en tant qu'assistante... d'un grand chanteur d'opéra, Evan. Sans le lui dire, Carl envoie leur candidature au jeu télévisé Fame Game, qui chaque année découvre une nouvelle star. Parachutée dans un monde d'ados formatés aux pré-sélections, Fern passe avec succès toutes les sélections, dont un membre du jury n'est autre qu'Evan... Une comédie riche, dynamique et drôle avec la rencontre de deux univers que tout sépare, l'opéra et la pop.
Carole Matthews Livres
Carole Matthews est une auteure à succès international de comédies romantiques extrêmement populaires. Son sens unique de l'humour lui a valu des légions de fans et des critiques élogieuses dans le monde entier. Elle se concentre sur la capture des relations humaines avec légèreté et esprit, ce qui rend son œuvre attrayante pour un large public.







Kate, 35 ans, mène une vie de femme au foyer qui frise la perfection. Son mari occupe son temps libre entre le jardinage et le golf, ses enfants sont des modèles d'équilibre alimentaire et son souci du jour est de savoir quand faire son repassage... Kate n'a aucune raison de se plaindre mais elle commence à se lasser de cette vie trop parfaite. Son mari lui propose de se prendre un week-end pour elle toute seule. Relevant le défi, elle s'inscrit à un séminaire de taï chi et entraîne son amie Sonia avec elle. Mais faire le point n'est pas facile, surtout quand on trouve le prof de tai chi très très séduisant... Enfin une comédie brillante sur la lassitude de la femme au foyer! Pour ne plus jamais associer desperate à housewife !
L'ex de mes rêves
- 409pages
- 15 heures de lecture
Comment croire en l'amour quand l'ex-mari veut se « re-fiancer », quand le plus craquant des hommes lui pose un lapin et que la jeune mariée semble préférer son témoin ? Dans ce roman aux rebondissements aussi hilarants qu'inattendus, personne n'a le temps de s'ennuyer...
It's Now or Never
- 384pages
- 14 heures de lecture
Ever felt that it's time to turn your life around? A witty and touching story about dreams and never giving up from the Sunday Times bestselling and readers' favourite Carole Matthews
The Christmas party
- 448pages
- 16 heures de lecture
Louise Young is a devoted single mother whose only priority is providing for her daughter, Mia. Louise has a good job in a huge international corporation and she's grateful for it. The only problem is her boss who can't keep his hands to himself, but Louise can handle him. What she really doesn't have time for is romance - until she meets the company's rising star, Josh Wallace. Louise usually says no to evenings out but she's decided to let her hair down tonight. It's the office Christmas party, she has a pretty dress to wear and she's looking forward to some champagne and fun. She's completely unaware that others around her are too busy playing dangerous games to enjoy the party - until she's pulled into those games herself . . . Romance is in the air and secrets are about to be uncovered. It's going to be a night to remember at The Christmas Party.
Sunny Days and Sea Breezes
- 400pages
- 14 heures de lecture
The new novel for 2020 from bestseller Carole Matthews - the queen of feel-good, escapist fiction that's full of heart and fun.
The ladies of The Chocolate Lovers' Club should be preparing for the wedding of the year, but life keeps throwing challenges their way. Lucy is preoccupied with her financial troubles and contemplates accepting help from a dubious source. Nadia has a chance at love, yet other aspects of her life are less than ideal, leaving her wondering what needs to change. Autumn is excited to reconnect with someone from her past, but her hopeful plans take an unexpected turn. Chantal, finally feeling settled after numerous struggles, faces unsettling news that threatens to upend her life once more. Despite these ups and downs, the Chocolate Lovers' ladies are determined to support each other and pursue their happy endings. This final installment in the beloved series promises heartwarming friendships, breathtaking romance, and a delightful array of sweet treats. Fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley, and Sarah Morgan will find joy in this story. Esteemed authors praise the work as life-affirming, full of heart and fun, and irresistibly warm-hearted, highlighting its charm and feel-good nature.
With Love at Christmas
- 432pages
- 16 heures de lecture
Can the imperfect family really have the perfect Christmas? Juliet Joyce adores Christmas. She loves the presents, the tree, the turkey, the tinsel, everything. Already the festive spirit is upon her, which is just as well as this Christmas things are starting to get out of hand. Her son Tom is out of work and bringing home a slew of unsuitable partners; pregnant daughter Chloe and her little boy have moved back in; Juliet's father, Frank, is getting over a heartbreak of his own and Rita, her eccentric mother, is behaving more erratically each day. And has the chaos got too much for Juliet's husband Rick? With the big day fast approaching, Juliet hopes that she can stop everything spiralling out of control, because the only thing she wants is her family all around her and her home to be filled WITH LOVE AT CHRISTMAS. Also contains Carole's top tips for surviving a family Christmas!
The Difference a Day Makes
- 464pages
- 17 heures de lecture
One day she had everything - the next it was gone William and Amy love their busy city life, but when Will collapses on his way into work he decides enough is enough and moves his family to the country. Three months later, Amy is standing outside Helmshill Grange, a sullen monstrosity of a house, deep in the Yorkshire moors. Within days, Will has traded in the Audi for a Land Rover, and brought home chickens, goats, sheep, a serial-killer cat and a mad dog. But when tragedy strikes, Amy finds herself living a dream that isn't hers . . .
The cake shop in the garden
- 432pages
- 16 heures de lecture
***CAROLE'S SENSATIONAL SEASONAL SEQUEL, CHRISTMAS CAKES & MISTLETOE NIGHTS, IS AVAILABLE NOW *** What readers are saying about The Cake Shop in the Garden: 'A novel with heart' 'Brilliant. A relaxing book to read' 'I loved reading every part of this book and didn't want it to end' 'I could not put this book down' 'Would make a great film!' 'Carole at her very best' The scrumptious Cake Shop in the Garden is Carole Matthews' bestselling book ever! Perfect for fans of Milly Johnson and Jill Mansell. Fay Merryweather runs her cake shop from her beautiful garden. She whips up airy sponges and scrumptious scones, while her customers enjoy the lovely blossoms and gorgeous blooms. Looking after the cake shop, the garden and her cantankerous mother means Fay is always busy but she accepts her responsibilities because if she doesn't do all this, who will? Then Danny Wilde walks into her life and makes Fay question every decision she's ever made. When a sudden tragedy strikes, Fay's entire world is thrown off balance even further and she doesn't know which way to turn. Can Fay find the strength to make a life-changing decision - even if it means giving up the thing she loves the most? Life, love and family are about to collide in The Cake Shop in the Garden.



