The Sandycove Sunset Swimmers
The Sandycove Sunset Swimmers

Author: Sian O'Gorman

Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

Published: 2023-05-08

Total Pages: 391

ISBN-13: 1804269913

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Can learning to say yes change your life? When Cat Jones is given the opportunity of a lifetime to present one of Ireland’s most popular live daytime shows, alongside TV royalty David Fitzgerald she isn’t sure she is ready for the challenge. But after being pushed by her mother’s friend Lorraine to say 'yes' to everything for a month, she reluctantly agrees. What follows is a whirlwind of opportunities where Cat is forced outside her comfort zone with varying degrees of success. Once she accepts the challenge to take the plunge with the eclectic sea swimming tribe The Forty Footers’in Dublin Bay, she never looks back. She is warmly welcomed into their lives, and learns to find reserves of strength she never knew existed which helps her deal with a toxic ex, and a growing attraction for a handsome TV executive. With best friends, Becca and Sinead also in need of a re-boot, can Cat empower them to choose 'risk and adventure' or will they go back to their old, safe lives? Say 'yes' and your whole life will open up in wonderful ways. Fall in love with this uplifting, feel-good story from bestselling author Sian O'Gorman. Perfect for fans of Sheila O'Flanagan, Faith Hogan and Cathy Kelly. Praise for the wonderful Sian O'Gorman: 'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' Faith Hogan 'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland 'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' Claudia Carroll “Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.” Gillian Harvey

The Sandycove Sunset Swimmers
The Sandycove Sunset Swimmers

Author: Sian OGorman

Publisher:

Published: 2023-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781804269930

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Can learning to say 'yes' change your life? When Cat Jones is given the opportunity of a lifetime to present one of Ireland's most popular live daytime shows, alongside TV royalty David Fitzgerald she isn't sure she is ready for the challenge. But after being pushed by her mother's friend Lorraine to say 'yes' to everything for a month, she reluctantly agrees. What follows is a whirlwind of opportunities where Cat is forced outside her comfort zone with varying degrees of success. Once she accepts the challenge to take the plunge with the eclectic sea swimming tribe The Forty Footers'in Dublin Bay, she never looks back. She is warmly welcomed into their lives, and learns to find reserves of strength she never knew existed which helps her deal with a toxic ex, and a growing attraction for a handsome TV executive. With best friends, Becca and Sinead also in need of a re-boot, can Cat empower them to choose 'risk and adventure' or will they go back to their old, safe lives? Say 'yes' and your whole life will open up in wonderful ways

The Girls from Sandycove
The Girls from Sandycove

Author: Sian O'Gorman

Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

Published: 2024-01-23

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1804830089

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A mother and daughter adrift, a friend in need, and a village to really call home... When Kate O’Hare discovers she’s about to become a mother, she packs up her life in France to return home to regroup and put down some roots. Home is where the heart is, right? On her return to Ireland, Kate is surprised to find her best friend Flora’s marriage and self-esteem is in tatters following her husband’s rather public betrayal. With no marriage, home, or future, can Kate empower Flora to rediscover herself and reignite the career she put on hold to marry the man she thought she’d spend the rest of her life with? On the other side of the Atlantic, Kate’s estranged mother, Lola, is heartbroken following the loss of her soulmate, Paulie. On hearing Kate’s plan, Lola too decides to return home to seek a second chance at motherhood with her daughter. Will the music and magic of Sandycove be enough to carry these women through such challenging times and heal their hearts? An emotive story of forgiveness, new beginnings and happy-ever-afters... Praise for the wonderful Sian O'Gorman 'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' Faith Hogan 'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland 'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' Claudia Carroll 'Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.' Gillian Harvey

For Once In My Life
For Once In My Life

Author: Sian O'Gorman

Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

Published: 2024-06-25

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 1804830100

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A Tale of Love, Discovery, and Second Chances... In the bustling world of Dublin's advertising scene, Kitty O’Sullivan, a copywriter, feels an unexplainable void in her life that she can't quite pinpoint. Her five-year relationship with Dave is stagnant, her creative juices have dried up and she’s even entertaining thoughts of marriage as a cure-all! Something’s missing from her life but she can’t work out exactly what it is... When Dave decides to take time out from ‘them’, Kitty finds herself momentarily liberated to explore life and have some fun. She and best friend Shazza are corralled into joining a five-aside football team where she meets the intriguing Sweetman brothers, Tom and Rory. As they sail around the enchanting coast of Dublin, engage in fierce football battles and stumble upon a magical secret drinking den, Kitty falls in love with her new life - and her new self - but is it only temporary until Dave returns? Will Kitty find the answers to life's mysteries and take charge of her future? Join Kitty on this journey of love, self-discovery, and the pursuit of a life truly worth living. Praise for the wonderful Sian O'Gorman 'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' Faith Hogan 'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland 'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' Claudia Carroll 'Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.' Gillian Harvey

Life's What You Make It
Life's What You Make It

Author: Sian O'Gorman

Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

Published: 2021-07-20

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 1800483791

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'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' bestselling author, Faith Hogan 'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland Dreams can come true, you just have to believe... After 10 years in London, working in a stressful City firm, Liv O’Neill returns home to Sandycove, a picturesque seaside village, just outside Dublin to care for her mother after a fall. Whilst Liv reconnects with friends and family, she is amazed by Sandycove’s thriving community spirit with its artisan shops, delis and cafes - it’s not quite the place she left behind. As village life begins to creep under her skin, Liv is forced to confront the things that drove her away. Can Liv balance her past, present and future and find her own happy place? And will a handsome young doctor help her make a decision about the life she really wants? Suddenly her old life in London begins to seem extremely unappealing and Liv is forced to use her family’s past in order to forge a brand new future.

The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club
The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club

Author: Faith Hogan

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2021-05-06

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13: 180024133X

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Three women. Three different stages of life. United by one thing: the chance to start again. An independent.ie '50 hottest summer reads of 2021' pick! 'Hogan presciently taps into the pursuit of these pandemic times' – RTÉ 'Charming... Full of pathos and humour. A heartwarming page-turner that would be perfect for staycation reading' – Irish Independent on Saturday 'Uplifting, emotional and brimming with warmth and humour' – Cathy Bramley When Elizabeth's husband dies, leaving her with crippling debt, the only person she can turn to is her friend, Jo. Soon Jo has called in her daughter, Lucy, to help save Elizabeth from bankruptcy. Leaving her old life behind, Lucy is determined to make the most of her fresh start. As life slowly begins to return to normal, these three women, thrown together by circumstance, become fast friends. But then Jo's world is turned upside down when she receives some shocking news. In search of solace, Jo and Elizabeth find themselves enjoying midnight dips in the freezing Irish Sea. Here they can laugh, cry and wash away all their fears. As well as conjure a fundraising plan for the local hospice that will bring the whole community together... From bestselling Irish writer Faith Hogan, The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club is an emotional story about finding new friends and living life to the fullest, that will appeal to fans of Sheila O'Flanagan, Heidi Swain and Liz Fenwick. Praise for Faith Hogan: 'Joyful, life-affirming and inspirational' – Heidi Swain 'Heartwarming and emotional' – Liz Fenwick 'A heart-rending, uplifting and beautifully written journey of female friendship... I loved being transported to Ireland's wild Atlantic coast' – Phillipa Ashley 'Faith Hogan navigates beautifully between the community and the individual, forensically investigating moral issues and loyalties with an unflinching, yet humane eye. She is one of the most original and exciting writers to emerge from Ireland in recent times' – Afric McGlinchey 'An intricately woven story of love, jealousy and misunderstanding' – Diney Costeloe 'A cracking good story... An ideal beach read' – Connaught Telegraph 'A fantastic summer read' – Irish Daily Star 'A heart-warming story of love, loss, family and friendship' – The Bookseller 'Spanning several decades and generations, Secrets We Keep is a hugely ambitious novel... With its engaging storyline and sense of place this is an absorbing and entertaining read' – Sunday Independent (Dublin)

Friends Like Us
Friends Like Us

Author: Sian O'Gorman

Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

Published: 2020-08-17

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 1800485522

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An emotional, feel-good Irish page-turner about love and friendship from the wonderful Sian O'Gorman. Is it ever too late to take charge and live your life on your terms? Grown-up life in Dublin hasn't worked out quite as planned for school friends Melissa, Steph and Eilis. Melissa has a successful career as a journalist, but inside she's a mess of insecurities. Stay at home Mum, Steph is lonely and lost, walking on eggshells around her philandering husband and angry teenage daughter. And Eilis, a hardworking A&E doctor, is just going through the motions with her long-term partner Rob. A wonderfully warm book about friends you can’t live without and about choosing the life you really want. Perfect for fans of Faith Hogan, Patricia Scanlon and Lucy Dillon. If you love this try Sian's other fantastic books set in Sandycove Bay... Praise for Sian O'Gorman ' Fun, emotional sassy read. I rarely give 5 stars as no one is perfect but I so thoroughly enjoyed these women. Their friendship was rekindled and necessary for change to happen. Daughters and mother are so complicated but so needed by each other. A man should always compliment your life, not be center stage or overbearing. It was a very well written story' - Reader Review 'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' - Faith Hogan 'Loved it"! Couldn’t stop reading! Can’t wait to read another of Sian’s heart-warming tales!' - Reader Review ' Warm and sparkling and wonderful. I so enjoyed this book! I loved the characters, and how positive and uplifting and fun it was. It is well-written and I enjoyed the magical way all the pieces came together. A very enjoyable feel-good story! I hope the author writes more books! - Reader Review 'Very well written!! I couldn’t put it down, one stimulating turn after another. Siam O’Gorman is a brilliant writer of romance' - Reader Review 'A heartwarming read. What a wonderful book to read. Love everything about Ireland. A cute story with real characters you love to know.- Reader Review 'Delightful. Healing , hope and joy all because of family.' - Reader Review 'Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.' - Gillian Harvey Beautiful. A great story with vivid characters set in Dublin, Ireland. Heartbreak and love with a lovely family ups and downs.' - Reader Review 'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' - Claudia Carroll 'Loved this. Oh, this book lifted me so much! Heartbreak turned into triumph! And the wonderful people of Ireland; I never get tired of reading about them!I am now following this author and will always read whatever she writes. She's definitely in my top ten!' - Reader Review 'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over'- Jessica Redland

Moon Tahoe & Reno
Moon Tahoe & Reno

Author: Nicole Szanto

Publisher: Moon Travel

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 478

ISBN-13: 1640491511

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From the glittering lake and trail-lined mountains to Old West towns and artsy urban centers, experience the best of this adventurous region with Moon Tahoe & Reno. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries, including a week-long Lake Tahoe road trip, long weekends for both winter and summer, and the one-week best of Tahoe and Reno Strategic advice for hikers, skiers, beach bums, families with kids, foodies and brewery lovers, and more The best hikes in Tahoe: Find your adventure, from challenging mountain treks to serene meadow walks, with trail descriptions, difficulty ratings, and maps Outdoor adventures for any season: Hit the slopes and get the first tracks through snow-covered pines or spark your adrenaline on the Heavenly Blue Streak zipline. Mountain bike along the breathtaking cliffside Flume Trail, whitewater raft down the Truckee River, and kayak the crystalline waters of Emerald Bay. Hike the rugged Rubicon Trail along the shores of Lake Tahoe to the remarkable Vikingsholm Castle or trek a section of the famed Pacific Crest Trail. Take a relaxing dip in a natural hot spring, soak in the serenity of a secret beach, and watch the sun set over the lake Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Drive around Lake Tahoe's 72-mile shoreline, stop at scenic viewpoints, and meander through Old West mountain towns. Stroll past the sculptures and boutiques of Reno's Truckee Riverwalk or explore the interactive installations of Reno Playa Art Park. Take a ride on a 150-year-old railroad route or descend deep into an underground mine. See what's on tap at Reno's award-winning craft breweries, sip craft cocktails in a trendy lounge or try your luck at a casino Expert advice from Tahoe local Nicole Szanto on where to eat, where to stay, and how to minimize your environmental impact Full-color photos and maps throughout, including a fold-out map Thorough background on the weather, wildlife, and history, plus tips on getting there and getting around by car and public transportation With Moon Tahoe & Reno's practical tips and local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Want to keep on driving? Pick up a copy of Moon Northern California Road Trips.