Kayte Nunn Knihy

V Anglii konce 19. století stále panují přísné společenské konvence. Svéhlavá a odvážná Elizabeth je dcerou významného botanika a sběratele cenných rostlin. Také ona miluje květiny a je skvělou ilustrátorkou. Bohužel je ale žena, a tak nemůže své touhy o objevování cizích krajů a rostlin uskutečnit. To vše se změní, když její otec vážně onemocní a na smrtelné posteli dceři svěří riskantní a nebezpečný úkol. A Elizabeth vypluje za největším dobrodružstvím svého života. Na opačném konci světa, v australském Sydney, a o několik desítek let později Anna truchlí nad ztrátou své milované babičky. Byla to právě ona, kdo v Anně probudil lásku ke všemu, co roste. Během rekonstrukce babiččina domu objeví Anna ve zdi zvláštní skříňku a v ní skicák plný nádherných akvarelů z konce 19. století a pytlík se semínky. Chce-li Anna zjistit, jak se předměty ocitly na tak dlouho ve zdi starého domu, musí se i ona vydat na cestu a konečně se postavit tváří v tvář vlastním démonům.

A page-turning and heartbreaking WWII love story from international bestselling author Kayte Nunn, perfect for fans of Harriet Evans, Dianne Setterfield and Stacey Halls.

'A taut, clever whodunit ... Kayte Nunn keeps the stakes high and the characters compelling, making for a fast, fresh, engrossing historical mystery!' KATE QUINN 1949 It is the coldest winter Orcades Island has ever known, when a pregnant sixteen-year-old arrives at Fairmile, a home for 'fallen women' run by the Catholic Church. She and her baby will disappear before the snow melts. 2013 Frankie Gray has come to the island for the summer, hoping for one last shot at reconnecting with her teenage daughter, Izzy, before starting a job as a deputy sheriff. They are staying with her mother, Diana, at The Fairmile Inn, soon to be a boutique hotel, but when an elderly nun is found dead in suspicious circumstances, and then a tiny skeleton is discovered in the grounds of the house, Frankie is desperate for answers. At once an evocative, unsettling tale of past misdeeds and a crime thriller that will have you reading with your heart in your mouth, The Only Child is compulsively addictive storytelling from the bestselling author of The Botanist's Daughter. Readers can't get enough of The Only Child: 'A deeply moving look at a past when women's reproductive rights were denied . . . a heartbreaking and ultimately hopeful story that resonates in today's world' SUSAN WIGGS 'Richly drawn characters, masterful storytelling, and a slowly unraveling mystery kept me on the edge of my seat, right up until the satisfying ending' KAREN McQUESTION

A chilling historical gothic novel that explores the dark and murky world of silk weaving, embroidery and herbalism in the 17th century, with hints of witchcraft. This is a gripping and evocative read, for fans of Natasha Lester and Kate Morton.

An atmospheric and resonant novel that holds up a light to the heart's choices and the ensuing consequences. If you love Elizabeth Gilbert and Kate Morton you will devour this book.

Exploring the concept of loss and appreciation, the narrative delves into the winemaking process, particularly the 'angels' share,' which refers to the portion of wine that evaporates during aging. This poignant metaphor highlights how absence can enhance the value of what remains, inviting readers to reflect on the beauty found in scarcity and the deeper meanings of gratitude and fulfillment.

Struggling with a broken heart, Rose Bennett leaves London for Australia, seeking solace. However, her arrival in Shingle Valley reveals an unexpected winter, contrasting sharply with her hopes for a sunny escape. This setting sets the stage for her journey of self-discovery and healing amidst unforeseen challenges.