Angela Petch Pořadí knih (chronologicky)

In 1947 Corbello, Italy, a woman and her young son seek refuge in the ruins of a forested house, overwhelmed by wild roses. After the war, safety is elusive, and they are startled by a voice from the shadows. Young mother Fosca Sentino accepts help from Richard, an ex-British soldier escaping his own tragic past. Once a spy for the resistenza, Fosca's life was shattered by betrayal when her best friend Simonetta vanished. Now an outcast, she is initially wary of Richard but gradually finds solace as she watches him bond with her son in the orchard. However, their fragile peace is disrupted when a silver brooch, identified as Simonetta's, is discovered in the garden. Suspecting a traitor among the resistenza, Fosca, with Richard's support, must uncover the truth about Simonetta's fate and clear her name. The presence of the brooch raises urgent questions: How did it end up there? With a traitor lurking in the village, Fosca and her son face imminent danger. This gripping tale delves into the extraordinary courage of ordinary people during tumultuous times, appealing to fans of Rhys Bowen and The Nightingale. Readers rave about its emotional depth and captivating storytelling.

The tragic consequences of war resonate through generations in this captivating tale inspired by true events, exploring how family secrets can haunt us and love can guide us through darkness. As World War II devastates Europe, young Ines becomes involved in the Italian Resistance, hiding in the Tuscan mountains while caring for fallen fighters, including a British prisoner-of-war who captures her heart. Forty-five years later, an elderly woman in an English nursing home dreams of Italy in her final moments, leaving behind a box of letters for her daughter, Anna. With her English father forbidding her from learning her mother’s language, Anna decides to visit Tuscany to translate the handwritten diaries. As she explores the sun-drenched olive groves and stunning landscapes of her mother’s homeland, Anna uncovers a shocking secret that challenges everything she believed. In this small Tuscan community, some wartime secrets were never meant to be revealed. Readers have praised the story as a fantastic read, with vivid descriptions of Tuscany and a beautifully woven narrative that captivates from the start, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page. This book was previously published as Tuscan Roots.