An Italian Summer
$34.98
- Paperback
352 pages
- Release Date
25 July 2018
Summary
An Italian Summer: Secrets Under the Southern Sun
‘A glorious jaunt around Italy with characters I didn’t want to leave’ CLARE MACKINTOSH
A compelling novel about friendship, family secrets and second chances, set against the backdrop of southern Italy.
Sandy is in her fifties, and at a crossroads in her life: she’s a teacher and respected by her pupils, but she feels she is being sidelined in favour of younger colleagues. So when he…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781409177128 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1409177122 |
| Author: | Fanny Blake |
| Publisher: | Orion Publishing Co |
| Imprint: | Orion |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 352 |
| Release Date: | 25 July 2018 |
| Weight: | 280g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 128mm x 28mm |
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Critics Review
I adored An Italian Summer… Fanny not only writes beautifully about relationships, but the descriptions of Rome and Naples are so ravishing, that you not only marvel at the scenery but also taste the delectable food and feel the hot sun on your back. A most beguiling read
Intelligent, grown-up and cheering, Fanny has cornered the market in “real” stories told wellA lovely, absorbing read, gently told, but with an intriguingly dark edgeLikeable and realistic characters in a glorious Italian setting, this is the perfect summer readFrom the moment the mystery unfolds straight through to the last pages, Fanny wove an engaging, heartfelt and nuanced story in such a beautifully drawn setting. I didn’t want to put this book downI loved this book. Fanny Blake excels at exploring the intricate detail of relationshipsAs themes of friendship and love intertwine with mystery, the plot reels you in until you have no choice but to devour every word. 5 stars - HeatFanny Blake’s writing is absorbing, intelligent and an absolute joy to read… Building to an unexpected and clever twist, this heart-warming and compelling novel is the perfect summer read - Daily ExpressAbout The Author
Fanny Blake
Fanny Blake was a publisher for many years, editing both fiction and non-fiction before becoming a freelance journalist and writer. She has written various non-fiction titles, as well as acting as ghost writer for a number of celebrities. She was Books Editor of Woman & Home magazine until recently, regularly reviews fiction in the Daily Mail and has been a judge for the Costa Novel Award, the British Book Awards, the Comedy Women in Print Award among others. She is the commissioning editor for Quick Reads, a series of short books by well-known authors. She has written eight novels, including AN ITALIAN SUMMER and A SUMMER REUNION.
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