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In the glittering and ruthlessly competitive world of opera, Maria Callas is known simply as la divina: the divine one. With her glorious voice, instinctive flair for the dramatic and striking beauty, she's the toast of the grandest opera houses in the world. Yet her fame has been hard won: raised in Nazi-occupied Greece by a mother who mercilessly exploited her, Maria learned early in life how to protect herself.

As the eldest Allington daughter, Prunella knows her duty: to make a respectable match and maintain her family’s honor. Yet when she meets George, everything she thought she wanted begins to change. With her mother’s social climbing ambitions weighing heavily on her, Prunella faces a difficult choice—do her duty or follow her heart. Will she risk scandal by eloping for love?

Lillian is distraught - she must register for compulsory war work. Emily is also furious - her dream job as a chef will have to be put on hold, whilst Alice must abandon her plans of college. Staring at an identical letter, Elsie feels a kindling of hope, and down in London Agnes is packing her bags with a smile. Sharing grief and joy, lost dreams and gained opportunities, the five new bomb girls will find friendship and strength that they never before thought possible.

‘Never less than compelling … She consistently succeeds in bringing what might otherwise seem dusty and remote to vivid life’ Tom Holland, Literary Review ‘Starts with an erupting volcano – and then gets more exciting … Wonderfully rich, witty, insightful and wide-ranging’ Sarah...

Have you ever experienced negative feelings? Been down on yourself and found yourself saying truly horrible things to yourself? Ever been told that you just need to be "more positive"; "just change your thinking"; and "choose to be happy"? Are you tired of being so serious? Do you miss being able to laugh at yourself and with others? Come along with me as I take you on a journey and teach you how to embrace your inner dialogue using tried-and-tested self-care methods to help quiet negative self-talk.

It's 1941 and Britain is at war. For the aristocratic Walsingham family this means their grand home being taken over by the armed forces. But for newcomers Ava, Maudie and Bella, this is a chance for something more. Each is ready to do their part for the war effort and soon become firm friends. But Lord Edward Walsingham seems like he is hiding something. And although he may be clever, he might have met his match in Maudie and the girls....

The Filmjoe Podcast is where we talk film and cover a lot of different subjects, like film genres, trends in film, spotlights on directors, maybe even some history. All in the spirit for the love and celebration of film. This is the Filmjoe Podcast...Where film talk Happens…..

Henry Allington has returned from Paris to complete his military training in London, but his thoughts are far from the army. After years abroad, he’s fallen in love, but his family’s reaction is anything but favourable. Can Henry navigate his newfound feelings while managing the expectations of his family and society? Friends with The Lady is a tender and clean Regency romance that explores the challenges of love, family expectations, and the courage to follow one’s heart.

Victoria Allington, the Dowager Countess of Sunningdale, has finally rid herself of her motherly duties. Both her daughters and her eldest son are married, and her youngest son is on his way to a promising career in His Majesty's Army. She should be content. Yet when an old friend remarks on her ever-expanding list of complaints, Victoria admits that something has to change.

In the gritty underbelly of crime, detectives Mia and Alex are thrust together to crack a high-profile murder. Sparks fly as their fierce rivalry transforms into a magnetic and forbidden attraction. Unraveling the case takes an unexpected twist when Alex's enigmatic double life is unmasked. Amidst a dangerous dance of emotions and intrigue, Mia and Alex's partnership evolves into a sizzling connection.

Welcome to Make It Rain: Multifamily Real Estate Investing for Millennials! We're Daisy and Luc, two millennials who love multifamily investing. With every episode, whether we’re discussing a special topic or have on an amazing guest, the goal is to provide education and resources for anyone interested in investing in multifamily real estate, especially if you’re a millennial. We’re excited to chat with you about the what’s, the why’s, the how’s, the who’s. The best way to show support is to share it with anyone who might benefit from it and leave us an awesome review. Check ...

The second tie-in to ITV drama Victoria unveils the complex, passionate relationship of Victoria and Albert. What happened after the Queen married her handsome prince? Did they live happily ever after, or did their marriage, like so many royal marriages past and present fizzle into a loveless...

In this controversial new book, Daisy Christodoulou offers a thought-provoking critique of educational orthodoxy. Drawing on her recent experience of teaching in challenging schools, she shows through a wide range of examples and case studies just how much classroom practice contradicts basic...

Brought to you by Penguin. The heartwarming new winter saga of friendship and resilience from the author of The Bomb Girls Autumn, 1942 As winter approaches, for the women at the Bell Works Factory it’s business as usual. When German refugee Ella arrives, she is met with distrust, but can she...

Sarah Blackmore has given up on love after her heart was broken by Lord Benjamin Pennington, the man who chose a Duke’s daughter over her. But when their paths cross again after her carriage breaks down, Sarah finds herself swept into a dangerous situation—attacked by highwaymen and waking up in an unfamiliar house with no memory of who she is. As Sarah unravels the mystery of her captor and her past, she discovers that love may not be as lost as she once thought.

Olivia Blackmore is unprepared for the pressures of the marriage mart, and when the weight of expectations becomes too much, she devises a clever plan—a fake engagement with her cousin’s friend, Thomas Corley. Thomas, amused and intrigued by the idea, agrees, seeing it as a convenient way to keep his overbearing father at bay. But as their staged romance begins to feel real, Olivia and Thomas must decide if they will turn their ruse into something more.

Anna Gillingham is just beginning to navigate the world of Regency balls and high society, but she never expected to stumble upon a scandalous theft. When she catches Duke Albion Weatherwax in the act of stealing a portrait, she’s swept into a world of intrigue she never imagined. With a delicate face of a well-known lady staring back at her from the canvas, Anna is drawn into a mystery that may unravel more than just her perception of the Duke.

Virginia Gillingham dreams of adventure before settling down, and with her friends Selina and Madeline, she embarks on a series of harmless dares. But when one of their playful challenges goes awry, Virginia finds herself caught stealing an apple by none other than Viscount Phineas Braithwaite. Mortified by the encounter, she hopes to never see him again. But fate has other plans. Catching The Lady is a delightful, clean Regency romance that captures the spirit of youth, daring adventures, and unexpected love.

Constance Wellington thought her days of matchmaking were over, but when she is charged with guiding Miss Penelope into society, she quickly realizes she’s in for more than she bargained for. With her last charge, Arabella Allington, now happily married, Constance must now keep a headstrong Penelope out of trouble and preserve her virtue in the cutthroat marriage mart of Regency England. Can Constance help her navigate the treacherous waters of the Ton, or will Penelope prove too much to handle?

Lady Arabella Allington longs for freedom from the stifling expectations of Regency society. When her bold attempts to escape her aristocratic life backfire, she finds herself under the strict guardianship of her brother and in the eye of the Ton. Enter a charming suitor who may be more than he appears, leaving Arabella torn between her desire for independence and her heart.