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"An unforgettable story of love and betrayal across the decades from the author of The Porcelain Maker - perfect for fans of Christy Lefteri and Victoria Hislop.
'A richly detailed and finely written story of art and passion, concealment and appearances, set against a vividly imagined occupied Rome' Claire Fuller, author of Bitter Orange
'This luminous and sensual novel paints a vivid picture of wartime Italy and contemporary London, shining with the light and shade, the love and loss of life and the timeless beauty of art'
Kate Lord Brown, The Golden Hour
Rome 1939
Arriving in Rome to work for the wealthy Montefalco family, Maddalena is homesick and alone. She finds solace - and love - in the beauty of the city, but as the war in Nazi-occupied Italy rages, she must make a devastating choice.
London, 1997
After her mother Maddalena's death, Beatrice Fremont discovers a fragment of a painting and a letter that sends her on a hunt to Rome. Helping her is art dealer Jude Adler, who's convinced they are looking for a lost Caravaggio. For Jude, this could be the find of a lifetime; but for Beatrice their search uncovers a shocking secret and the answer to a mystery kept hidden for years.
Praise for The Porcelain Maker:
'A page-turning journey to uncover a past of heroism, betrayal, love, and loss' Heather Morris, bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz
'So compelling' Sunday Times
'A gorgeous debut' Heat "
"A gripping new destination thriller, perfect for fans of Lucy Clarke, TM Logan and Catherine Cooper.
My only child Lola is turning eighteen soon, but I won’t be with her. For two weeks every year, I hide myself away while I endure the nightmares that haunt me around her birthday.
Because she can never know the truth – that I am plagued by terrible visions from the summer I spent in Corsica when I was eighteen. It ended in tragedy, and I have never forgiven myself for the part I played.
But my world is about to fall apart all over again.
Lola calls to tell me she’s not with her friends in Cyprus, but alone in Corsica. I have no choice. I have to go back to the island and bring her home.
But as I revisit the memories, see the same faces again, I start to wonder if there was more to the events of that summer than I realised. Are there others keeping secrets just like me? Ones that are even more deadly…
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‘A true page turner… I love it’ Catherine Cooper
‘Nail-biting… The Perfect destination thriller’ The Courier
‘A tense, twisty thriller set against a deceptively beautiful backdrop. I couldn’t put it down.’ Sophie Flynn
‘Dark, twisty secrets that resurface under a Corsican sun – a perfect summer thriller; I blazed through it!’ T Orr Munro
'The perfect summer thriller from an author who never disappoints!!' A.A. Chaudhuri
'Such a great read … I loved being in [this] world. What a beautiful and intriguing island!' Lucy Clarke
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Readers give it 5 stars!
'OMG THIS BOOK!!! What a rollercoaster of a read! This was a masterful and twisty tale. I literally had no idea who to trust until the very end'
'Totally unputdownable, this book had me completely hooked from the first to the last page'
'What a rollercoaster ride this book is! I just had to keep reading'
'Gripping and intriguing, couldn't put it down'"
"'Beautiful…Tessa Harris has made me appreciate historical novels in a way that I haven't in quite some time' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Oh my goodness…this book was so unputdownable…will never be forgotten' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A suspenseful novel of bravery and determination…highly recommended' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A war-torn city. A stolen masterpiece. Two lives in the balance…
Italy, 1940. With Florence on the cusp of war, Il Scorpione, the no-nonsense Englishwomen of the city, find their genteel livelihoods under grave threat by the approach of the Nazis. Tea rooms and bookshops are closed by the Fascists, and the women are forced to join the war effort.
Desperate to help in any way that she can, Angelina Leone, expert art-historian and the half-Italian niece of Il Scorpione’s founder makes a deal with the devil. To guarantee her beloved Aunt Agatha, the only family she has, safe passage across the city, Lina must authenticate the art ruthlessly stolen from Jewish families. But when she comes across a priceless portrait – one that she cannot bear to see seized by the Germans – Lina declares the masterpiece a fake. But in doing so, will she set off a chain of events with consequences more deadly than she could ever imagine …
Readers have been swept away by Tessa Harris:
'Richly told … a must for all fans of WW2 fiction' MANDY ROBOTHAM
‘A really well researched novel with a dramatic ending' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'An absolute masterpiece' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A thrilling chase across war-torn Florence' SARAH STEELE
‘An amazing and sentimental look at one Englishwoman's war in Italy' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A thrilling story, full of heart in mouth moments' THERESA HOWES"
"Number 1 Sunday Times Bestseller
Set in a lush world inspired by the history and folklore of South America, discover this sweeping epic fantasy of colonialism and country, ancient magic, and a young woman's quest for belonging.
In a lush world inspired by the history and folklore of South America, a sweeping epic fantasy of colonialism, ancient magic, and two young women's quest for belonging unfolds.
Reina is desperate.
Stuck living on the edges of society, her only salvation lies in an invitation from a grandmother she's never known. But the journey is dangerous, and prayer can't always avert disaster. Attacked by creatures that stalk the region, Reina is on the verge of death until her grandmother, a dark sorceress, intervenes. Now dependent on the Doña's magic for her life, Reina will do anything to earn-and keep-her favor. Even the bidding of an ancient god who whispers to her at night.
Eva Kesaré is unwanted.
Illegitimate and of mixed heritage, Eva is her family's shame. She tries her best to be perfect and to hide her oddities. But Eva is hiding a secret: magic calls to her. Eva knows she should fight the temptation. Magic is the sign of the dark god, and using it is punishable by death. Yet, it's hard to deny power when it has always been denied to you. Eva is walking a dangerous path, one that gets stranger every day. And, in the end, she'll become something she never imagined."
"Readers are GRIPPED by C.J. Parsons
'A tense, twisty psychological thriller that will keep you guessing right up till the end!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review
'I was caught up in the suspense and literally couldn't put the book down' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review
'This book really had me guessing and on the edge of my seat… such suspense rarely found in a book' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reader review
Fame, fortune, followers. Be careful what you wish for…
Heather thought she’d been left behind in life, until she won a place in the luxurious ‘Triple F’ lottery, where fame, fortune and followers await 12 lucky winners.
The rules are simple: live the lifestyle of your dreams and win £5,000 a week for the rest of your life, plus six months of fame on the country’s most popular app – as long as you’re not bottom of the rankings. Lose your followers, and you lose everything.
But there’s trouble in paradise.
Too many winners are falling victim to tragedy: addiction, depression, even suicide. Someone, somewhere, seems to know their secrets, and is stirring up hatred online. And Heather has secrets of her own.
Suddenly she’s not worried about losing her lifestyle. She’s afraid of losing her life.
Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Freida McFadden and Love Island.
‘I was gripped’ Louise Jensen
'Riveting' Diana Wilkinson"
"Read the brand-new heart-wrenching historical novel from Tessa Harris, The Florence Sisters, now!
‘If you're a fan of WWII historical fiction [and] a courageous woman not willing to settle … I would highly recommend The Tuscan Daughter' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tuscany, 1942: having moved from England to the beautiful city of Lucca before the outbreak of war, Lizzie Thornton adores her job as tutor to eight-year-old Cristo – despite the fact that his father, Count Antonio de Falco, is a notable fascist and supporter of Mussolini.
Then war is declared, and Lizzie is suddenly regarded as an enemy in the country she loves so much. When new tutor Vincenzo Baldini arrives, Lizzie is exposed to a new secret world; Vincenzo is actually a member of the Italian resistance, running an anti-fascist propaganda magazine. Lizzie, desperate to be part of the fight, joins Vincenzo’s unit, and soon she is head over heels in love.
But when someone from her past reappears and threatens to overturn her new life, Lizzie must decide if she has the strength to fight for what, and who, she truly wants.
Based on true events, The Tuscan Daughter is a heartbreaking story of one woman’s resilience in the face of fascism, perfect for fans of Mandy Robotham and Kate Quinn.
Readers have been swept away by The Tuscan Daughter:
'Richly told … a must for all fans of WW2 fiction' MANDY ROBOTHAM
‘A really well researched novel with a dramatic ending' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'An absolute masterpiece' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A thrilling, chilling close-up of the battle to save Italy from within' SARAH STEELE
‘I loved this story, it is one of the few that I have read focusing on Italy … fascinating' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An amazing and sentimental look at one Englishwoman's war in Italy' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This novel has it all … romance, history, mystery, edge-of-your-seat action' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I know you'll get drawn into this book like I did!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
"‘You will fall for Noah and Lucy . . . this is one of those stories that will capture your attention and not let it go’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I couldn’t get enough of this story’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
29th February 2000. Lucy’s never met another leapling until she encounters Noah also spending his once-in-four-years birthday on a disappointing day trip to Calais. There’s a spark that Lucy is sure Noah must feel too, and their friends insist they have amazing chemistry, but they’re both with other people. It can never be more than platonic and that’s OK.
Over the next twenty years, they’re at each other’s side through all of life’s big moments – weddings, babies, new jobs, family illness – but Lucy can never shake the feeling that they were meant to meet. . .
If Lucy is to find a love that’s rarer than a leap year, she’s going to have to take a leap of faith."
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The Amalfi coast setting, the handsome grumpy Italian, this book has it all!!’
Lia Bathurst had always dreamed of escaping to the white sandy beaches and turquoise blue seas of the Amalfi coast – but that dream hadn’t included meeting her real father. A father she had never even known about until a few weeks ago! Yet here she was, standing outside the gates of a gorgeous pink villa being refused entry by the insufferable – and insufferably handsome – Raphael Knight, her father’s business manager.
When an old black and white photo proves Lia’s claim to be true, Raph is determined to make sure this stranger, with her long caramel waves and infectious smile, doesn’t have an ulterior motive. Even if that means not letting her out of his sight.
As temperatures rise, and not just from the heat of the Mediterranean sun, could Lia and Raph’s forced proximity lead to something more like… amore?
Praise for Julie Caplin:
‘One unputdownable story’ Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde
‘An irresistible slice of escapism’ Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa Ashley
‘The descriptions of food and drink made me want to visit France immediately, if not sooner. A wonderful, summery treat for every reader’ Sue Moorcroft
‘A gorgeous book, in which each little detail and plot point adds sparkle to the story – much like the tantalising fizz in a glass of chilled champagne!’ Erin Green
‘The perfect summer escape’ Alex Brown
‘A delicious read! I could almost taste the Champagne’ Teresa F. Morgan
‘Oh la la, joy of a book! A stunning summer escape in the French countryside’ Caroline Roberts
‘Julie Caplin always sweeps me away to whatever location her stories are set in…a feast for all the senses with a romance that sparkles like the finest champagne!’ Sarah Bennett
'Absolutely perfect! Everything you could possibly want from a summer romance’ Annabel French
‘Made me want to pack my entire life into a suitcase and start all over again in a gorgeous setting, with delicious dining, charismatic characters and fabulous friendships and a swoon-worthy french man to die for’ Kim Nash
‘With an abundance of chemistry between Hattie and Luc, plus a delicious vineyard setting, The French Chateau Dream is a gloriously satisfying escapist read!’ Kate Frost
‘A gorgeous slice of escapism to a beautiful chateau. I loved joining Hattie on her summer escape to a dreamy French chateau with an equally dreamy owner. A beautiful setting, wonderful characters, and gorgeous writing’ Jessica Redland
‘A beautifully romantic read with a fabulous cast of characters, I was totally transported to the delights of a French vineyard in summer alongside Hattie and Luc’ Suzanne Snow"
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