Audiobooks narrated by Bea Holland

Funny, feisty and all-too-true, A Not Quite Perfect Family by Claire Sandy is for anyone who loves their family so much they'd just like a weekend away from them. Fern Carlile has a lot on her plate. It's a good thing she loves her big, imperfectly perfect family, because she's the one who washes their pants, de-fleas the dog and runs her own business. A hearty meal is the one thing that brings the Carliles together - but over the course of a year, the various courses also pull them apart. Around the table sits an eight-year-old militant feminist, a pair of teenage accidental parents, and a cantankerous OAP. Fern's husband needs an extra seat for his spectacular midlife crisis. Will Fern's marriage be over by the time coffee is served? Perhaps she'll give in and have the hot new dish that looks so tempting. Decisions, decisions . . .

Claire Sandy (Author), Bea Holland (Narrator)

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A Pocket Coach Guide to Self-Care: Confidence, Kindness, Calm, Sleep

Sleep. Calm. Confidence. Kindness. These are all at your fingertips with this one-stop companion to self-care. From the best-selling author of The Mindfulness Companion and The Can't Sleep Colouring Journal. Through helpful exercises, guidance and expert narrative, Dr Arnold's techniques will show you how to reduce stress triggers that can feel hard to handle, and teach you how to reclaim your equilibrium and rediscover your self-belief. This audiobook is designed to help you to improve your self-care routine from the moment you wake up. Not only will you feel rested, calm and full of confidence, you will learn to sharpen your self-awareness and implement acts of care and thoughtfulness into your everyday life. The ultimate on-the-go guide to reducing common stresses and reclaiming your mojo, once and for all.

Sarah Jane Arnold (Author), Bea Holland (Narrator)

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A Woman of Substance

The unputdownable multi-million copy bestseller charting the rags to riches story of Emma Harte.In 1905 a young kitchen maid leaves Fairley Hall. Emma Harte is sixteen, single and pregnant.By 1968 she is one of the richest women in the world, ruler of a business empire stretching from Yorkshire to the glittering cities of America and the rugged vastness of Australia. But what is the price she has paid?A Woman of Substance is as impossible to put down as it is to forget. This multi-million copy bestseller is truly a novel of our times.

Barbara Taylor Bradford (Author), Bea Holland (Narrator)

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All Her Little Lies: A totally gripping new psychological thriller with a shocking twist

'This was a rollercoaster!... I did NOT expect the ending!... A page turner, I read it in one sitting!' NetGalley review, 5 stars Would you lie to protect the person you love most? Alex has always had an idyllic life. Living and working on her best friend Cynthia's sprawling family farm, raising their children side by side. Until one night, when Cynthia's eighteen-year-old-daughter Hannah disappears without trace. Soon Alex's life is spiralling out of control as she questions everything she thought she knew and everyone she trusted. When local detective, Stefani Warner, starts investigating Hannah's disappearance, one person is quickly singled out: Daniel, Alex's nineteen-year-old son. In a panic, Alex lies to protect Daniel. But as her lies begin to multiply, Alex is becoming trapped. Did Alex do the right thing for her child? Or has she instead put all of them in terrible danger... The gripping new psychological thriller from the bestselling author of The Girl Beyond the Gate. Fans of K.L Slater, Claire Douglas and Lisa Jewell will be absolutely hooked from the very first page. Readers are gripped by All Her Little Lies: 'Wow! What a book!... Suspense, intrigue, murder, a great who done it and so many crazy twists!' NetGalley review, 5 stars 'Fantastic... I was so intrigued and riveted; I could not put this down. So freaking good. Loads upon loads of twists' NetGalley review, 5 stars 'Wow... I absolutely loved it from start to finish... Impossible to put down and had me gripped from the start!... Fast paced and action packed, the twists are amazing, I could never have guessed who the killer was!' Goodreads review, 5 stars 'Brilliantly gripping... A thrill-ride of twists and turns... A cracking read' Philippa East, author of Little White Lies

Becca Day (Author), Bea Holland, Charlotte Worthing, Imogen Wilde (Narrator)

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Behind Her Eyes: A Novel

Why is everyone talking about the ending of Sarah Pinborough's Behind Her Eyes? Louise is a single mom, a secretary, stuck in a modern-day rut. On a rare night out, she meets a man in a bar and sparks fly. Though he leaves after they kiss, she 's thrilled she finally connected with someone. When Louise arrives at work on Monday, she meets her new boss, David. The man from the bar. The very married man from the bar who says the kiss was a terrible mistake, but who still can 't keep his eyes off Louise. And then Louise bumps into Adele, who 's new to town and in need of a friend. But she also just happens to be married to David. And if you think you know where this story is going, think again, because Behind Her Eyes is like no other book you 've read before. David and Adele look like the picture-perfect husband and wife. But then why is David so controlling? And why is Adele so scared of him? As Louise is drawn into David and Adele 's orbit, she uncovers more puzzling questions than answers. The only thing that is crystal clear is that something in this marriage is very, very wrong. But Louise can 't guess how wrong and how far a person might go to protect their marriage 's secrets. Sarah Pinborough's Behind Her Eyes takes the modern day love triangle and not only turns it on its head, but completely reinvents it in a way that will leave listeners reeling.

Sarah Pinborough (Author), Anna Bentinck, Bea Holland, Huw Parmenter, Josie Dunn (Narrator)

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Behind Her Eyes: The Sunday Times #1 best selling psychological thriller

Don't Trust This Book Don't Trust These People Don't Trust Yourself And whatever you do, DON'T give away that ending... 'Sarah Pinborough is about to become your new obsession' Harlan Coben Louise Since her husband walked out, Louise has made her son her world, supporting them both with her part-time job. But all that changes when she meets... David Young, successful and charming - Louise cannot believe a man like him would look at her twice let alone be attracted to her. But that all comes to a grinding halt when she meets his wife... Adele Beautiful, elegant and sweet - Louise's new friend seems perfect in every way. As she becomes obsessed by this flawless couple, entangled in the intricate web of their marriage, they each, in turn, reach out to her. But only when she gets to know them both does she begin to see the cracks... Is David really the man she thought she knew and is Adele as vulnerable as she appears? Just what terrible secrets are they both hiding and how far will they go to keep them? 'Fully realized characters, peerless writing, a tank of a plot that sustains the suspense right to the end, and a whammy of a finale. It takes a lot to catch me out, but this one did. It'll get you too...' Joanne Harris

Sarah Pinborough (Author), Anna Bentinck, Bea Holland, Huw Parmenter, Josie Dunn (Narrator)

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Beneath a Starless Sky

‘A gripping WW2 story of love, betrayal and courage…This novel will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions… A great read!’ – 5 stars, Amazon Reviewer Munich 1930: Smoke filled the air. Lilli Sternberg’s quickening heart sounded an alarm as she rounded the street corner. Lifting her gaze to the rooftops, a roaring blaze of thick flames engulfed the side of the building and joined the stars to fill the black sky. Her father’s shop was no more. Lilli Sternberg longs to be a ballet dancer. But outside the sanctuary of the theatre, her beloved city is in chaos and Munich is no longer a place for dreams. The Nazi party are gaining power and the threats to those who deviate from the party line are increasing. Jewish families are being targeted and their businesses raided, even her father’s shop was torched because of their faith. When Lilli meets Captain Marco Zeiller during a chance encounter, her heart soars. He is the perfect gentleman and her love for him feels like a bright hope under a bleak sky. But battle lines are being drawn, and Marco has been spotted by the Reich as an officer with potential. A relationship with Lilli would compromise them both. Will Lilli escape the threats facing her family, and how much is she willing to risk for the man she loves? An absolutely gripping and emotional historical fiction novel about love, courage and betrayal for fans of My Name is Eva and A Woman of War Readers LOVE Beneath a Starless Sky!‘An amazing story with great characters and a very deep love that will transcend the pages of the book. It is a book that will make you feel, hopeful, faithful, and sometimes angry that humans can be so cruel.’ 5 stars, Amazon reviewer ‘This really is a special book. Fast-paced and beautifully written, it'll stay with me for a long time.’ 5 stars, Amazon reviewer ‘A great read, I had to finish it in one sitting…!’ – NetGalley Reviewer, 5 Stars ‘I thoroughly enjoyed this book – forbidden romance, heartbreak, glamour and a really interesting pre-WW2 setting.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, 5 Stars

Tessa Harris (Author), Bea Holland, To Be Announced (Narrator)

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Christmas Carols and a Cornish Cream Tea

Praise for The Cornish Cream Tea series: ‘A warm, cosy festive joy’ Alex Brown ‘The perfect festive treat’ Cathy Bramley ‘Evocative and gorgeous’ Phillipa Ashley ‘Warm hearted fun, with a sprinkle of love.’ Holly Martin Can she spread Christmas cheer in Cornwall this year? All Meredith Verren has ever wanted is to escape the holiday season without having to wear a Christmas jumper. Her new job at the cosy gift shop in a picturesque Cornish tourist spot is making it impossible for her to maintain her scrooge-like manner. With their seasonal hampers on everyone’s wish list, Meredith must paste on a smile and fake some holiday cheer. Then she meets handsome new arrival, Finn, who wishes it could be Christmas every day and wants her to feel the same way too. Can she embrace the holly and the ivy before the decorations are packed away for another year? PRAISE FOR CRESSIDA McLAUGHLIN ‘Perfect… sweet as a cream scone’ Cathy Bramley ‘I loved it!’ Sarah Morgan ‘A ray of reading sunshine’ Heidi Swain ‘I absolutely love Cressida’s warm-hearted, romantic stories – they’re the perfect escape’ Rachael Lucas

Cressida McLaughlin (Author), Bea Holland (Narrator)

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Dead Man's Gift and Other Stories

Random House presents the audiobook edition of Dead Man's Gift and Other Stories by Simon Kernick, read by Paul Thornley and Bea Holland. DEAD MAN'S GIFTMP Tim Horton arrives home to find his seven year old son has been abducted by a ruthless gang of kidnappers. All they have left behind is the brutally murdered body of the Horton's nanny. The gang's demands are simple: Tim must sacrifice his own life in order to save his son's.It's the ultimate dead man's gift ... ONE BY ONESix former school-friends have been brought together on a remote island.They haven't all been in contact since a fateful night twenty-one years ago, when their friend Rachel was found dead. The man arrested for her murder has now been acquitted, and the seven friends fear for their own lives.But are they hiding from the right person? Or have they fallen into a deadly trap?Plus three more thrillers guaranteed to keep you gripped

Simon Kernick (Author), Bea Holland, Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Emma's Secret

The book the fans have been waiting for: the much-anticipated sequel to the phenomenally successful A WOMAN OF SUBSTANCE.The legendary Emma Harte, heroine of A Woman of Substance, returns...At the centre of this sweeping saga stands Paula O'Neill, beloved granddaughter of Emma and the guardian of her vast business empire. Paula believes that all that Emma left to the family is secure. However, beneath the surface sibling rivalry and discontent are beginning to flare. Into this volatile mix walks Evan Hughes, a young American fashion designer. On her deathbed, Evan's grandmother told her to find Emma Harte. But Emma has been dead for thirty years; and Evan bears an uncanny resemblance to Paula O'Neill.Troubled by Evan's presence, Paula turns to Emma's recently discovered war-time diaries to find the truth...The decades fall away. It is London during The Blitz and Emma Harte comes vividly back to life. Working hard under war-time conditions, she is also holding her family together as bombs drop, sirens wail and her sons go off to war. As she struggles to cope, the indomitability, will power and strength that have forged Emma into the woman she is all come to the fore. As the pages unfurl, Paula discovers the secret Emma Harte took to the grave to protect others.Emma's Secret is vintage Barbara Taylor Bradford. Emotion, drama, intrigue and passion fill the pages in a spellbinding novel which only she could write.

Barbara Taylor Bradford (Author), Bea Holland (Narrator)

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Foulsham

In the aptly named borough of Foulsham, Grandfather Umbitt Iremonger has found a way of making everyday objects assume human shape, and turning real people into objects. Lucy Pennant has been discarded as a clay button, abandoned in the Heaps. Meanwhile, Clod has been turned into a gold coin and is being passed as currency through the town. Everywhere people are searching for Clod, who, it is believed, has the power to bring the mighty Umbitt down.

Edward Carey (Author), Bea Holland, Ben Allen (Narrator)

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Harry: A Biography of a Prince

An eye-opening, monumental biography of Prince Harry by a veteran journalist on royal affairs who accompanied the prince on his royal duties for a year and was granted privileged access to his home in Kensington PalaceOnce a reckless rebel and now a respected role model, Prince Harry is one of the world's most popular royals and the force behind giving the British royal family a twenty-first century makeover. How has he done it? This insightful new biography is a three-dimensional look at what Harry is really like as a person, both on and off royal duty. It is written by distinguished journalist and author Angela Levin, who accompanied Prince Harry on many of his engagements and had exclusive access to him at Kensington Palace.The book unwraps the real man behind the camera, and his own perceptive insights. It delves into his troubled childhood and the lasting effect of losing his adored mother-Diana, Princess of Wales-so young. It explores his rebellious teenage years and the key defining moments that have enabled him to face his demons and use this experience to help others who struggle with mental, emotional, and physical pain. Angela Levin found a complex man who has inherited his late mother's extraordinary charisma and is determined to "make a difference."After finding the love of his life in Meghan Markle, and in anticipation of their marriage this year, this is an investigation into the real life of Prince Harry.

Angela Levin (Author), Bea Holland (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Bea Holland