Secondhand Romance & Relationships Bargain Book Box DSH1150

Indulge in this expansive collection of compelling sagas, sweeping romances, and dramatic family narratives from the queens of women's fiction. This box features over twenty powerful novels that explore the intricacies of love, the strength of family ties, and the resilience of women facing life's greatest challenges. From the glamorous, high-stakes world of Hollywood to intimate small-town dramas and epic journeys spanning generations, this selection provides endless hours of emotional and engaging reading from bestselling authors like Danielle Steel, Jackie Collins, and Maeve Binchy. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.

1. The Gift by Danielle Steel
   A young woman struggling to come to terms with a profound personal loss moves to a small town for a fresh start, trying to rebuild her shattered life. She is drawn into the lives of a family dealing with their own quiet tragedy and finds herself unexpectedly offering them the support they desperately need. This poignant story explores the transformative power of kindness and the unexpected ways love can heal the deepest wounds.

2. The Ghost by Danielle Steel
   A renowned architect, mourning the loss of his wife and searching for inspiration, travels to Scotland and rents a remote, ancient castle rumored to be haunted. He soon encounters the spectral presence of a beautiful woman, who was tragically betrayed centuries ago, and he finds himself falling deeply in love with the compelling ghost. Together they attempt to unravel the mystery of her past and find peace across the boundaries of time.

3. The House by Danielle Steel
   When a sudden illness forces a wealthy San Francisco socialite to give up her extravagant lifestyle, she reluctantly sells her beloved, historic mansion. The new owner is an ambitious young woman determined to restore the grand estate to its former glory, uncovering the house's storied past and the emotional legacy left behind by its previous occupants. This novel celebrates the powerful, enduring spirit held within a home and the memories it shelters.

4. Just Between Us by Cathy Kelly
   Four close friends find their lives intersecting and complicated by the daily struggles of work, marriage, and motherhood in contemporary Ireland. As secrets begin to unravel and personal crises surface, they lean on each enduring friendship for support, honesty, and understanding. This heartwarming story is a celebration of the essential bonds between women and the quiet strength found in everyday life.

5. American Star by Jackie Collins
   This high-octane story dives into the treacherous, glamorous world of Hollywood, focusing on the lives of three ambitious young stars vying for fame, power, and love. The pursuit of success leads them through scandalous affairs, dark betrayals, and devastating revelations that expose the cutthroat reality beneath the glossy facade of stardom. The story explores the steep price of ambition in Tinseltown and the search for authentic connection.

6. Something Wonderful by Judith McNaught
   Alexandra Lawrence, a spirited young woman, is forced into a marriage of convenience with a powerful and notorious duke whose reputation precedes him. Despite their initial disdain for each other, their passionate relationship blossoms amidst the high society scandals of Regency England. This classic historical romance explores whether two fiercely independent people can overcome societal expectations and their own misgivings to find true, enduring love.

7. The Wedding by Danielle Steel
   A successful California publisher and his beloved wife decide to renew their vows after thirty years of seemingly perfect marriage, only for their long-planned wedding celebration to unravel into a series of crises. Their extended family, including their adult children, grapple with their own secrets, struggles, and complicated relationships. The story is a touching examination of the challenges and commitment required to sustain a lifelong partnership.

8. Love Me or Leave Me by Josephine Cox
   Set against the gritty backdrop of a working-class community, this emotional saga follows a woman trapped in a stifling marriage who risks everything for a forbidden love. Her choice sparks a fierce family feud and forces her to confront the difficult consequences of pursuing personal happiness at the cost of traditional loyalty. The story is a powerful testament to the complexity of love and the pursuit of freedom.

9. Three Weeks in Paris by Barbara Taylor Bradford
   Three successful women from different walks of life, brought together by an unexpected inheritance, must spend three weeks together in a luxurious Paris apartment. Initially strangers, they slowly bond over shared secrets, career pressures, and past heartbreak. During their transformative time in the City of Lights, they forge a deep, supportive friendship that helps them redefine their futures.

10. A Sense of Belonging by Erica James
    A woman, struggling with the aftermath of a failed relationship, escapes to the tranquil beauty of the English countryside to renovate a charming but neglected cottage. There, she encounters a community filled with quirky, compelling characters, all navigating their own challenges and heartaches. This gentle novel explores the importance of finding your place in the world and the unexpected paths to happiness.

11. Vendetta: Lucky's Revenge by Jackie Collins
    Lucky Santangelo, the fiery daughter of a powerful mob boss, returns to settle a score and protect her family from enemies seeking to destroy their empire. Operating in the exclusive circles of international finance and glamorous Hollywood, Lucky battles betrayals and shocking conspiracies. She must use all her cunning and strength to execute a brutal vendetta and secure her rightful place in a dangerous world.

12. Hope by Lesley Pearse
    Set in World War II London, this compelling narrative follows a young woman struggling to survive the Blitz and the hardships of wartime life. When tragedy strikes, she is forced to start over, finding unexpected strength and a new purpose amongst the rubble. The story is a powerful exploration of resilience, survival, and the enduring nature of human connection in the face of devastation.

13. The Devil You Know by Josephine Cox
    A woman fights tirelessly to overcome the trauma and hardship inflicted by her abusive childhood, determined to create a loving, secure life for herself and her own daughter. Her past refuses to stay buried, however, when a dark figure from her youth reappears, threatening to shatter the fragile peace she has built. This intense drama explores the difficult choices made in the pursuit of safety and the fight against deeply ingrained evil.

14. The Cavendon Women by Barbara Taylor Bradford
    The aristocratic Ingham family, owners of the magnificent Cavendon Hall, face new challenges and profound changes as the early twentieth century brings shifts in social order and political tension. The saga focuses on four key women of the family, each navigating secrets, expectations, and romances that threaten the stability of the ancient estate. It is a powerful story of loyalty, betrayal, and the complex duties of a privileged family.

15. Every Mother's Son by Lyn Andrews
    This moving saga is set in the tough, close-knit docklands of wartime Liverpool, following a mother struggling to keep her family together amidst the constant threat of German bombs and economic hardship. She faces an impossible choice when one of her sons is drawn into a life of petty crime, forcing her to make heartbreaking decisions to protect the rest of her children. The story highlights the fierce protective instincts of a mother's love.

16. Unexpected Blessings by Barbara Taylor Bradford
    The saga of the influential Ainsley family continues, focusing on the legacy and business acumen of the women who inherit control of the vast, international family empire. Facing corporate rivals, personal betrayals, and challenges to their authority, they must prove their worth in a cutthroat business world. The novel is an inspiring testament to female strength, ambition, and the unbreakable bonds of family.

17. Echoes by Danielle Steel
    A young Parisian woman from a wealthy family is tragically orphaned in the devastating chaos of World War I, forcing her to flee to England to find a life she never expected. Years later, haunted by the past, she must choose between the stability of her new life and the lingering echo of a forbidden love lost during the war. This sweeping novel captures the heartbreak and resilience born of wartime separation.

18. Five Days in Paris by Danielle Steel
    A successful American businesswoman takes an impulsive trip to Paris, desperate to escape the pressures of her controlling husband and suffocating life. During her short stay, she meets a charming, mysterious stranger, and they share an intense, transformative five days. Their brief, passionate affair forces her to reevaluate her marriage and question everything she thought she knew about love and happiness.

19. Windfall by Penny Vincenzi
    The sudden death of a powerful London financier reveals a massive, hidden fortune and a web of secrets that impact the lives of everyone connected to him. His wife, mistress, and business associates are thrown into turmoil, battling for control of the legacy and desperate to protect their own reputations. This drama explores the devastating fallout of greed, ambition, and the corrosive power of money.

20. Summer Pleasures by Nora Roberts
    Three close friends return to their beloved beach town retreat to escape the pressures of their busy lives and rediscover themselves during a relaxing summer holiday. Amidst the gentle rhythm of the seaside, they share secrets, confront past hurts, and unexpectedly find new love and new directions for their futures. This novel is a warm exploration of friendship and the healing power of connection.

21. Thrill! by Jackie Collins
    In the high-stakes, ruthless world of the Las Vegas entertainment scene, a celebrated superstar singer is targeted by a deadly stalker and a rival determined to destroy her career. She hires a tough, enigmatic bodyguard to protect her, but soon discovers the danger may be closer than she realizes. This glamorous thriller is packed with high-octane action, betrayal, and dark secrets.

22. Jewels by Danielle Steel
    After a lavish but loveless marriage, the beautiful American Duchess of Whitfield finds herself thrust into the heart of the international jewelry trade, where she becomes a powerful and respected figure. Through decades of challenges, love affairs, and the complexities of raising her children, she maintains her grace and strength, symbolized by the magnificent jewels she collects. This epic chronicles a life shaped by beauty, tragedy, and endurance.

23. Circle of Friends by Maeve Binchy
    Set in a small Irish town in the 1950s, this beloved novel follows two inseparable childhood friends, Benny and Eve, as they transition to university in Dublin and encounter a world far larger than they ever imagined. Their bond is tested by new relationships, the allure of privilege, and the painful realities of growing up. The story is a tender, insightful portrayal of first love, betrayal, and the enduring value of friendship.

24. The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous by Jilly Cooper
    The charismatic and effortlessly charming Rupert Campbell-Black, a recurring figure in Cooper's sagas, is back and causing chaos in the wealthy, equestrian-obsessed English countryside. His irresistible appeal leads to romantic turmoil and marital upheaval among the local gentry. This witty, sparkling novel is a frolicking exploration of passion, infidelity, and the scandalous lives of the British elite.