The Story Collector (pocket, eng)

THREE LOST SOULS.A LONG-BURIED SECRET.THE TRUTH THAT COULD SET THEM FREE...-----London, 1915: Tarot reader Katerina is trying to hold her life together amid the wartime chaos. When she opens a bakery that offers divination alongside sweet treats, she is hailed as a beacon of hope. But Katerina is hiding a dark truth that could cost her everything.Germany, 1918: A mute British soldier is taken to a prisoner of war camp where he meets Miriam, a researcher. She is drawn to his gentle manner and secretly vows to help him. But soon she will have to make an impossible choice: will she save the one she loves, or herself?Cornwall, Present Day: Recently widowed Edie is astonished to discover a mysterious box hidden in the wall of her newly renovated cottage. As Edie starts to investigate, she uncovers a secret that has lain hidden for over a century...A long-held secret ties the tales of three women, from the cobbled streets of war-time London to an isolated German WWI camp, and the sea-swept cliffs of Cornwall. Beautifully told, moving and unforgettable.-----PRAISE FOR IRIS COSTELLO'A rich and tender story of fortitude, family and friendship' Ruth Hogan, The Keeper of Lost Things'The perfect winter read' Amanda Prowse, To Love and Be Loved'Simply spellbinding, very addictive, and so beautifully written' Sophie Irwin, A Lady's Guide to Fortune Hunting'Richly atmospheric, evocative and moving - a triumph of storytelling' Abbie Greaves, The Ends of the Earth'Full of intrigue and loss, this beautifully written gothic tale makes for a spellbinding read' Rhiannon Ward, The Shadowing'An intriguing story which skilfully entwines the past and present' Heidi Swain, A Christmas Celebration'Absorbing, moving and multi-layered... A book to curl up with' Emma Curtis, Invite Me In'Beautifully written with a story that draws you in' Jane Corry, We All Have Our Secrets Format Pocket Omfång 400 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag Penguin Books Ltd. Utgivningsdatum 2024-02-29 ISBN 9780241999110