Secrets of the Italian Island: An absolutely gorgeous and page-turning World War Two romance (Sisters of War)

Italy, 1943. A castle once full of love and laughter is left in ruins by the Nazis, as three sisters are torn apart by one terrible mistake New York, present day. Broken by the loss of her beloved grandmother Annalisa, who raised her all alone, Mia is shocked when she finds an old letter sent from Italy in her belongings. Annalisa never told Mia about the magnificent, vine-covered castle on Isola di Parissi where she spent one long summer under the Italian stars. Or that she was accused of something terrible in the darkest days of World War Two Arriving on the stunning Italian coast just a boat ride away from Parissi, Mia is devastated to find the island closed to visitors. Desperate to find out what her grandmother was hiding, she finds dark and brooding local guide Leo, who promises to help her sneak in. As they explore the crumbling castle surrounded by lush olive groves, Mia begins to fall in love with passionate Leo and the beautiful country he calls home. And soon they find handwritten notes hidden in the walls, which confirm her grandmothers heartbreaking story. Annalisa arrived on the island with her two sisters but was forced to abandon them when the Nazis invaded. Mia soon realizes that the accusation against Annalisa might be true, and that Leo has his own reasons for wanting to dig up her familys past. The terrible mistake Annalisa made tore apart the island community. Will it force Mia to leave Leo, and Italy, forever? An epic, heart-wrenching tale based on the incredible true story of an island at war. Fans of Lucinda Riley, Fiona Valpy and Victoria Hislop will be utterly gripped. What readers are saying about Secrets of the Italian Island: This book will captivate you. Goodreads reviewer, Totally enchanting. I was immediately under the spell of the characters, it's gorgeous setting and the fast-paced plot will capture your heart. Goodreads reviewer, The epitome of enchanting phenomenal magic I cannot recommend it enough. I even stopped reading halfway through to check to see if there would be more in the series. Goodreads reviewer, Phenomenal will rank in my top 2023 historical fiction reads! It grabbed my attention immediately and had me eagerly flipping pages by the end of the first chapter! Theres so much to love about this story! I know Ive found an auto-read author. I cant wait for the second instalment. Goodreads reviewer, Stunning Italian coast, a castle in the hills, and a cast of amazing (and many historic) characters! I saw each enticing scene like I was watching a movie and I couldn't stop. Goodreads reviewer, Heart-wrenching and mysterious my attention was fully grabbed. I became instantly immersed in the story beautiful I definitely did fall in love with this little island. Tessa Talks Books, I could not put this one down will transport you to Italy! filled with secrets and mystery. A heartbreaking story You will be on an emotional rollercoaster ride that will leave you wanting the next book in the series. If you love historical fiction I highly recommend you read this one you will not be disappointed. Goodreads reviewer,