The Summer of Secrets (Paperback)
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The Summer of Secrets (Paperback)

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Paperback 480 Pages
Published: 26/05/2022
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In this emotional novel based on Greece's real history we follow three generations of one family, broken apart by secrets and war, as Olivia travels to the island of her mother's birth to piece together a century's worth of her family's past.


On the Greek island of Castellorizo young Sofia must put her big dreams on hold to support her older sister Maria with her large family. But World War II is looming and while the idyllic island may seem far from harm at first, there are unspeakable dangers on the horizon - perils that will change the sisters' lives forever . . .


Devastated by her divorce and the death of her dear mum, Olivia seeks solace on Castellorizo. Her Granny Sofia fled the beautiful Greek island during the war, but Olivia knows little else about her family's history. The only link to the Island she has left is her elderly great-uncle George. As his memory begins to fail, Olivia feels her one chance at uncovering the truth about her grandmother start to slip away.


As a mother's sacrifice echoes throughout the generations, will Olivia discover some things are best left in the past?

Publisher: Zaffre
ISBN: 9781838779016
Number of pages: 480
Weight: 348 g
Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 27 mm


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This book would for me have been a perfect beach read. Instead it made a great lockdown read as I sat in my garden with a glass of rose, imagining I was on holiday * Fab After Fifty *
We race to the end with our hearts thumping. Full of local colour and tradition this is a little slow to start but certainly builds to unexpected conclusions. Terrific stuff * Love Reading, on Villa of Secrets *
Full of raw emotion * Sunday Post, on Villa of Secrets *
One for the suitcase - whether real or imaginary. You'll feel you're in Greece as soon as you start reading * Frost Magazine, on Secrets of Santorini *
Packed with intrigue, danger and romance, Wilson's passion for the classics and an endless fascination with foraging into the vibrant corners of history, this is a poignant and beautifully written story best read on a sunlounger with a glass of chilled ouzo * Lancashire Telegraph, on Secrets of Santorini *
Wilson delves into Greece's war-torn history, weaving the past and present together to create an evocative and emotional drama that tugs at the heartstrings. It's an equally enjoyable novel whether you're hiding inside from the British rain or lounging outside in the sun * Culture Fly *

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“Lovely easy read”

This was a great book to read while on holiday really enjoyed and connected with the characters. It was enjoyable to feel like I was exploring Greece also.

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“The paperback The Summer of Secrets is the best post-war story I have ever read!”

The paperback The Summer of Secrets is the best post-war story I have ever read!
This is the perfect book to sit and relax with in the garden in the sunshine! Or pack in your handbag to read on the plane to your... More

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