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The BRAND NEW gorgeous, romantic getaway read from bestseller Victoria Springfield 🇮🇹❤️☕ Perfect for fans of Karen Swan, Rosanna Ley and Carol Kirkwood.

Stella has spent decades trying to forget the heartbreak that made her flee the Italian village of her childhood. But when her new fiancé surprises her with a trip back to Liguria for her upcoming birthday, she is forced to confront the past, her first love and a tragic family rift.

Amy is mourning her beloved grandpa and curious to know more about the old coin necklace and mysterious postcard that he left her. Following his trail to the Italian Riviera, a chance meeting leads Amy to Stella’s village in the hills and to secrets that have lain buried since the war.

Against a backdrop of cobbled medieval streets, sunlit piazzas and rustic olive groves, both Stella and Amy make surprising discoveries about their families – and themselves.

By facing up to the past and opening their hearts, can Stella and Amy find happiness in the Italian village in the hills?

Escape to Italy with this warm, romantic and emotional tale of family, love and second chances.

Praise for Victoria Springfield:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A gorgeous, romantic book with a compelling storyline... truly excellent' Louise Douglas

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Gorgeous escapism and a complete joy to read!!' Reader Review

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A thoughtful, heartfelt, and gorgeously written story that lingers long after the last page. Highly recommended.' Reader Review

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Lovely! Full of twists and turns, intrigue and love.' Reader Review

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Engaging characters, a well-told story of new beginnings and second chance love – with unexpected twists – and a gorgeous Italian setting make this novel a perfect summer read.' Reader Review

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Escape to beautiful Italy in this wonderfully warm story... Cleverly plotted and peppered with mystery, I was totally drawn in by the characters, the family dynamics, and the secrets along the way. A five-star read!' Helen Rolfe

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderfully engaging read with a delightful cast of characters… you will be totally captivated by this charming story!' Lucy Coleman

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