This time it's a Sagittarius! Ever since Sagittarius Danu was sent off to live with her boring aunt, she's been getting in to trouble at school. Bored and lonely, Danu thinks that the whole world is against her. When she discovers she's a Zodiac Girl Danu is sceptical, but her zodiac guardians keep her busy – learning how to cook, taking a self-defence class and redecorating her aunt’s flat. Can she learn to love her new life?
The narrative centers around Nesta's probing question about the most significant aspect of one's life, demanding honesty and vulnerability. This inquiry sets the stage for deep introspection and exploration of personal values, relationships, and truths. As characters confront their innermost thoughts, the story delves into themes of authenticity, connection, and the complexities of human emotion, inviting readers to reflect on their own priorities and truths.
The fabulous fifth title in the Million Dollar Mates series from bestselling author, Cathy Hopkins.
At last the full story of Tony and Lucy’s romance can be revealed...LucyDad slowed down the car as the traffic lights changed and it was then that I saw him. A vision of boy babeness. Dark. Handsome. Chiselled jaw. My heart sped up. It did a boom banga bang in my chest.Tony‘So what do you think of Lucy and Izzie?’ asked Nesta.‘Sweet,’ I said.‘Both of them?’‘Which is which again?’Tony has no idea that he is about to fall for the lively, elfin Lucy. But the course of true love never did run smooth – and reading his side of the story as well as hers is an irresistible treat for all Mates, Dates fans.
"I wonder what would have happened if I'd met you before Nesta," said Luke as he took my hand and looked deeply into my eyes. A bolt of electricity shot through me and I snatched my hand back as if it had been burnt. This can't be happening, I thought. When Luke, the boy that Nesta has been dating, declares passionate love for T.J., she doesn't know what has hit her. She does her best to avoid him, but when the local schools are asked to work together on a project, Luke is chosen as the overall coordinator and T.J. has no choice but to report back to him on a regular basis. Misunderstandings and miscommunications threaten the girls' friendship and split them into two camps: Lucy and Nesta, Izzie and T.J. Will their friendship survive? And what will T.J.'s steady boyfriend, Steve, make of it all?
Ever turn to your horoscope for help in a difficult time? Well, Zodiac Girls have something even better—when their stars are in lucky alignment, they get a cool cell phone and personal guidance from the planets themselves! But it's not as easy as it sounds—it's up to each girl to make the most of her month as a Zodiac Girl! A typical Leo, rich, spoiled Leonora likes to get her way. As a last resort, her despairing parents send her to boot camp to try to improve her outrageous behavior. While she's there, Leonora discovers that she's a Zodiac Girl. At first, Leonora refuses to cooperate, but the boot camp instructors are human embodiments of the planets, and they're determined to get results!
Set against the backdrop of a school trip to Florence, the story follows Lucy, an aspiring dress designer, who is thrilled to immerse herself in Italian fashion. However, her excitement is tempered by her struggles in her relationship with Tony, adding a layer of emotional complexity to her adventure. As she explores the vibrant fashion scene, Lucy must navigate her dreams and personal challenges, making for a compelling coming-of-age narrative.
When their stars are in alignment, the Zodiac Girls get personal guidance from the planets themselves However, it's not as easy as it sounds - it's up to each girl to make the most of her month as a Zodiac Girl.
In MATES, DATES AND CHOCOLATE CHEATS, Izzie is desperately trying to lose weight but all she seems to be losing is her confidence. She stops appreciating the things in her life that are special - her supportive friends, her selection for a TV teen panel and the cute boy at the studio who seems to like her just the way she is. Then in MATES, DATES AND DIAMOND DESTINY, Nesta's life is thrown into upheaval when she gets involved in charity work for the wrong reasons (to meet boys). But just as she begins to genuinely want to help others, she meets William, who questions her motives. Izzie, Lucy and TJ are not convinced by the mutual hatred though, and think it's more like love. TJ is torn between charmer Ollie and old flame Luke in MATES, DATES SIZZLING SUMMERS, and events have conspired to make her look like a two-timer. But all of this seems unimportant when someone close is taken seriously ill. More than ever, TJ needs a clear head and the support of friends Lucy, Nesta and Izzie.
TJ's life is turned upside down as new boy Ollie Axford pursues her, while ex-boyfriend Luke still tugs on her heart. Which of them can she trust? Events conspire and suddenly she finds that she's the one doing the two timing. Does that mean she's the real love rat?
