Description
Discover a gripping tale of love and war in 'The Rose Villa', a captivating novel set on the enchanting French Riviera during the tumultuous years between the two world wars. Written by acclaimed author Leah Fleming, this brilliantly woven narrative transports readers to a picturesque pink stucco villa, once a glamorous retreat for the elite, now transformed into a refuge for wounded nurses in the aftermath of World War I. Follow the poignant journey of Scottish Flora Garvie as she heals from her harrowing experiences aboard ambulance trains. Here, she reunites with the compelling Kit Carlyle, a conflicted regimental chaplain grappling with his beliefs and his worthiness of Flora's affections. Their intense rollercoaster romance unfolds against the backdrop of a hauntingly beautiful landscape, wrapped in the shadows of a world at war. Experience a story filled with heart-wrenching separation, suspenseful cat-and-mouse games through Occupied France, and the unwavering quest for love. Perfect for those who appreciate historical fiction blending romance and drama, this novel promises to be an unforgettable read. Delivery options available for fast shipping to your doorstep. Order now to embark on this unforgettable journey of doomed love and resilience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781801108812
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
From the French Riviera between the wars to a terrifying endgame in World War 2 Occupied France, a gripping story of doomed but triumphant love from the author of A Wedding in the Olive Garden.
High above the Mediterranean, on the French Riviera, stands a beautiful pink stucco villa. Once a playground for the rich and glamorous, now in the aftermath of World War 1 it is a convalescent home for sick and wounded nurses.
Here Scottish Flora Garvie is recovering from four traumatic years on the ambulance trains. And here she will meet again charismatic but troubled Kit Carlyle, a regimental chaplain who no longer believes in his calling and certainly doesn't believe himself worthy of Flora's love. Their dramatic rollercoaster of a story will take them through death, separation and war, until a terrifying game of cat and mouse in Occupied France seals their fate.
Praise for Leah Fleming-
'A born storyteller' Kate Atkinson
'A moving and compelling story about a lifetime's journey in search of the truth' Rachel Hore
'Fascinating and unputdownable' Trisha Ashley
'A fabulous story of people, places and pearls from a master storyteller' Lancashire Post
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781801108812
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
From the French Riviera between the wars to a terrifying endgame in World War 2 Occupied France, a gripping story of doomed but triumphant love from the author of A Wedding in the Olive Garden.
High above the Mediterranean, on the French Riviera, stands a beautiful pink stucco villa. Once a playground for the rich and glamorous, now in the aftermath of World War 1 it is a convalescent home for sick and wounded nurses.
Here Scottish Flora Garvie is recovering from four traumatic years on the ambulance trains. And here she will meet again charismatic but troubled Kit Carlyle, a regimental chaplain who no longer believes in his calling and certainly doesn't believe himself worthy of Flora's love. Their dramatic rollercoaster of a story will take them through death, separation and war, until a terrifying game of cat and mouse in Occupied France seals their fate.
Praise for Leah Fleming-
'A born storyteller' Kate Atkinson
'A moving and compelling story about a lifetime's journey in search of the truth' Rachel Hore
'Fascinating and unputdownable' Trisha Ashley
'A fabulous story of people, places and pearls from a master storyteller' Lancashire Post