Book Club & Bubbles

at the Royal Bath Hotel, Bournemouth

About the Event

Join us for Book Club & Bubbles, a brand-new literary social hosted in the elegant 1838 Lounge at the Royal Bath Hotel, Bournemouth.

Held on the second Monday of each month, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, this relaxed evening brings together book lovers, authors and readers for conversation, discovery, and a touch of luxury.

Enjoy a glass of Prosecco on arrival, meet fellow literature enthusiasts, and find out what we’ll be reading in the months ahead.

The Venue: The Royal Bath Hotel

Opened in 1838, the Royal Bath Hotel is one of Bournemouth’s most historic and storied landmarks. Perched above the seafront with views of the gardens and bay, the hotel has long attracted writers, artists and thinkers seeking inspiration by the sea.

The 1838 Lounge

Steeped in heritage and charm, the 1838 Lounge combines period elegance with contemporary comfort. With its high ceilings, soft lighting and relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect space to unwind, sip bubbles, and share stories.

This intimate lounge offers a welcoming space for readers and authors alike.

What to Expect

A relaxed, sociable evening in the elegant 1838 Lounge
A glass of Prosecco on arrival to start the night in style
A lively discussion of the previous month’s read, joined by the featured author — a chance to ask questions, share thoughts, and hear insights straight from the writer
An introduction to the next book on our reading list, with details on how to get your copy
The opportunity to connect with local authors, fellow readers, and the wider literary community in a welcoming and inspiring setting

Upcoming Reads & Discussion dates

Each month, we gather to discuss our latest read with the author themselves, sharing thoughts, questions, and a glass of bubbles in the elegant 1838 Lounge.

Please read the featured book ahead of the discussion date below.

9th February 2026 – M. A. Hunter: The Confession

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How far would you go to keep your secrets buried?

Everyone has secrets they would prefer to keep buried, but that’s what makes me so good at what I do. I’ve always been able to sense when people are lying, be it through their body language or the way they speak. As a criminologist, I’ve made it my life’s mission to help those who’ve suffered miscarriages of justice appeal their wrongful convictions.

Thirty years ago, my 13-year-old sister was murdered and it felt like a part of me died with her. I wasn’t there when she needed me most, and I will never forgive myself. That’s what motivates me to help those who can’t help themselves.

But now someone is messing with me. They’re threatening to expose me if I don’t confess to my greatest secret. They want to ruin my reputation, but they don’t realise I won’t give up without a fight… or how far I will go to keep the truth hidden.

9th March 2026 – Lizzie Chantree: The Windsor Love Pact

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When Maya, a talented designer with a penchant for order has a chance encounter with Noah Benedict, a handsome movie star with a flair for spontaneity, destiny takes an unexpected turn. Two strangers with wildly different lives find themselves thrust together and Maya’s quiet existence suddenly becomes a thing of the past.

With Noah pressured by his family to settle down and Maya recovering from a challenging breakup, they strike an unconventional deal – a fake relationship. For Noah, it is a chance to prevent his toxic ex from selling further untrue stories about him. For Maya, a chance to heal her broken heart.

Little do Maya and Noah know that their pretend romance will lead to a whirlwind of emotions and unwanted press interest, testing the boundaries of their agreement. As the charade unfolds, sizzling stolen glances and staged kisses ignite real sparks of passion as the lines between fake and real begin to blur. But, just as they start to believe in the possibility of something genuine, a secret emerges about one of them that threatens to unravel the delicate threads of their budding relationship.

With familial expectations, media interest and troublesome ex partners, Maya and Noah must confront the truth of their feelings. Will their love survive the storm of fame and deception, or will the truth tear them apart?

13th April 2026 – Nicola May: Escape to Seahaven Bay

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Seahaven Bay has always been a place where the sparkling tides bring laughter, love and a lot of fun. But when Rita Jory’s beloved husband Archie dies in a tragic accident, she’s left alone on their failing Cornish farm with nothing but her grieving heart, a mountain of debt and some very badly behaved goats. Faced with selling the home she loves or finding a way to make it pay, Rita has a moment of desperate inspiration. She decides to transform her beloved Seahaven Farm into a place where broken souls can heal by the sea.

With help from her sharp-tongued mother-in-law, loyal best friend, daughter and new friends, the rundown farm soon blossoms into a haven of healing, creativity and community. Rita dares to believe her future might still shimmer with possibility – and even admits her growing attraction to Jago, the gorgeous neighbouring farmer with whom the Jorys had a decades-long feud.

But just as Rita begins to find peace, long-buried secrets about Archie’s past begin to surface, forcing her to question everything she believed about the life they built together.

Rita must discover the truth and decide if she’s ready to open her heart again – to love, to hope, and to the possibility that even after loss, life can still be full of surprises.

11th May 2026 – Alice G. May: The Resistance Girls

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They said women were a liability in war. They were wrong.

An intriguing invitation…

Hampered by a controlling father and overlooked by everyone she knows, Serenity Ashworth (Wren to her friends) is determined to do her duty for the war effort and take advantage of the new opportunities for young women like her. So, when a mysterious letter from a Major Belinda Stapleton arrives, Wren is intrigued.

A secret army of women…

Major Stapleton invites Wren to join her Secret Army – a select group of women operating undercover to combat enemy agents. It’s an opportunity to play a critical role in the British Resistance should Hitler ever invade Britain’s shores. Eager to sign up, Wren must first complete a tough training program and, if she succeeds, will enter a world of secrets and spies where the only people she can rely on are the other girls she’s trained with.

A daring and deadly mission

Unable to share her secret with anyone, Wren must be ever alert. But when her twin brother Tommy is reported missing in action, Wren is devastated, and even more determined to hit back at the enemy any way she can. When an unexpected opportunity arises to save Tommy, Wren must overcome all self-doubt and take a chance to save those she loves – even if she pays the ultimate price…

8th June 2026 -Jo Chinn: Under The Hickory Tree

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Gryff Morgan, a church-going Kentucky family man, hides a dark secret. Living under an assumed identity to avoid extradition to Argentina, not even his twin sons, Travis and Chase, know their comfortable lives are built on the proceeds of drug smuggling. Only his wife, Gwenna Garland—a failed singer—knows the truth of his Welsh origins.

In South Wales, Huw and Rhys grow up believing their father died at sea before they were born. Their mother, Shirley, was left heartbroken, never revealing she was pregnant when tragedy drove him away.

Three decades later, during NATO peacekeeping in Sarajevo, a chance meeting between Chase and a British soldier sets events in motion, bringing the four brothers’ worlds together. Betrayal and an explosive love triangle lead to a journey from Kentucky to South Wales, where family matriarch Lowri still waits for her missing son.

As secrets unravel, Gryff and Gwenna’s daughter, Country music superstar Greer Garland, takes on the task of reuniting her fractured family. But can love and forgiveness heal decades of lies, or will the past prove too devastating to overcome?

13th July 2026 – Lisa Brace: The Fastest Girl on Earth

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1922, London. Evelyn Bloom lies dying in her Mayfair flat.

A decade ago, she had it all: the world at her feet, glittering parties with royalty, headlines ablaze with her daring exploits, and a string of scandalous love affairs.

Now, surrounded by faded photographs, shattered dreams, and secrets no one else knows, Evelyn faces the ultimate question: How did a life so brilliant end in such lonely despair?

From roaring race tracks to glittering ballrooms, from love and betrayal to triumph and tragedy, Evelyn’s story is a breathtaking, unputdownable WWI-era historical novel perfect for fans of Kate Quinn, Natasha Lester, and Mandy Robotham.

10th August 2026 – Kathleen McGurl: The Vanished Girl

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1976. It’s a long, hot summer, and all Jo Salway wants is to bask in the freedom of the holidays with her life-long friends. But when little Pippa Jenkins suddenly vanishes without a trace, the friends must close ranks to protect themselves. And in doing so, change the course of their futures forever …

2024. Haunted by the events of fifty years ago, Jo has never returned to her childhood home of Hareton Wick. But in the aftermath of trauma and with her only respite found at the bottom of a bottle, Jo knows that the only way to start afresh is to unravel the secrets of her past. But when the tangled web of Pippa’s disappearance starts to lead closer to home, who will Jo be able to trust, and who will she betray …