The Stars Over Rome
- Author Charlotte Betts
- Narrator Lucy Scott
- Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
- Publish Date 9 September 2025
- Run Time 9 hours and 52 minutes
- Format Audio
- Genre Historical fiction.
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What to expect
In a world where women are often overlooked, can Gabriella defy expectations and carve out a place for herself in a rapidly changing society?
Rome, 1913
To her mother's dismay, Gabriella Hazelwood has no interest in marriage or a quiet domestic life - not when she has big dreams of becoming a journalist. But when she meets Marco Santorelli, a handsome newspaper heir who believes in her ambitions as much as she does, Gabriella begins to wonder if she can have both a husband and a career.
Under the magical stars of Rome, their connection deepens, and a sweeping love story begins . . . until the shadow of war casts a dark cloud over Europe.
When Marco is called to the front, and his family's newspaper teeters on the brink of collapse, Gabriella steps in to help, only to face fierce resistance from those who believe a woman has no place in the newsroom. As she fights to prove herself, tradition and progress collide, loyalties are tested, and the devastating consequences of war jeopardises all that she holds close to her heart.
Why do readers love Charlotte Betts?
'Lush, romantic and full of intrigue' Tracy Rees, Richard & Judy bestselling author
'A deeply romantic novel whose vivid characters will linger in your mind' Margaret Kaine
'Romantic, poignant and gripping . . . a fabulous holiday read' Deborah Swift
'A stunning and captivating read . . . full of drama, love, loss and life' Book Literati
'Lingers in the heart long after the final page is turned . . . a must read for anyone who wants to be absorbed as well as utterly enchanted' Carol McGrath
'A compelling story, beautifully written and brought alive with rich historical detail' Liz Harris
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