The best kind of summers are those spent with friends...

Sit back, relax and enjoy this irresistible collection of exclusive opening chapters from your favourite authors.

Perfect for reading in the garden, on the beach or in the bath, this gorgeous collection will bring the warmth of summer into your life, whatever the weather....

Featuring Harriet Evans, Emylia Hall, Emma Hannigan, Kathryn Hughes, Louise Lee, Jill Mansell, Stella Newman, Sheila O'Flanagan, Adele Parks, Tasmina Perry, Jill Shalvis and Jo Thomas.