The Italian House [eBook - NC Digital Library] : A gripping story of passion and family secrets

“A wonderfully rich web of intrigue and romance, love and betrayal” set in 1920s Tuscany—from the author of Freedom’s Banner (Barbara Erskine). When Carrie Stowe unexpectedly inherits her eccentric grandmother’s Italian villa, she sets her heart on escaping the suffocating and toxic reality of life with her repressive husband, Arthur. But after arriving late at night during a violent storm, she discovers that she is not alone. Waiting for her in the darkness is Leo, a mysterious figure from her past. As Carrie sifts through the secrets of her grandmother’s diaries, she finds herself increasingly drawn to Leo. Entangled in a vice of obsession, she must ask herself: is he really who he claims to be? The Italian House is a spellbinding saga perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop and Elena Ferrante. “The plot—involving revelations of murder, bigamy and greed—is solid, and the descriptions of the Italian landscapes and seasons are positively lyrical.” — Publishers Weekly For readers of Santa Montefiore and Victoria Hislop, a gripping story of passion and family secrets set in a glorious Tuscan villa When Carrie Stowe unexpectedly inherits her eccentric grandmother's Italian villa, she sets her heart on going to Tuscany. It could be her only escape from the mundane and suffocating routine of life with Arthur, her repressive husband. Arriving late at night and in the midst of a violent storm, she discovers that she is not alone. A young man is there before her, an enigmatic figure from the past: her cousin Leo, who had been missing for years, believed dead. As Carrie reads the secrets of her grandmother's diaries and the enchantment of the house exerts itself, Carrie finds herself irresistibly drawn to him. But what of her husband? And is Leo really who he appears to be? Praise for The Italian House 'A wonderfully rich web of intrigue and romance, love and betrayal ... I couldn't put the book down' Barbara Erskine 'Beautifully written' Woman and Home 'A smashing storyteller' Irish Times A gripping story of passion and family secrets in a glorious Tuscan villa When Carrie Stowe unexpectedly inherits her eccentric grandmother's Italian villa, she sets her heart on going to Tuscany. It could be her only escape from the mundane and suffocating routine of life with Arthur, her repressive husband. Arriving late at night and in the midst of a violent storm, she discovers that she is not alone. A young man is there before her, an enigmatic figure from the past: her cousin Leo, who had been missing for years, believed dead. As Carrie reads the secrets of her grandmother's diaries and the enchantment of the house exerts itself, Carrie finds herself irresistibly drawn to him. But what of her husband? And is Leo really who he appears to be? For readers of Santa Montefiore and Victoria Hislop comes this story of love and secrets from Teresa Crane A Haunting Story Of Inescapable Passion Amidst The Groves Of 1920s Tuscany. When Carrie Stowe Unexpectedly Inherits Her Eccentric Grandmother’s Italian Villa, She Sets Her Heart On Escaping The Suffocating And Toxic Reality Of Life With Her Repressive Husband, Arthur. But After Arriving Late At Night During A Violent Storm, She Discovers That She Is Not Alone. Waiting For Her In The Darkness Is Leo, A Mysterious Figure From Her Past. As Carrie Sifts Through The Secrets Of Her Grandmother’s Diaries, She Finds Herself Increasingly Drawn To Leo. Entangled In A Vice Of Obsession, She Must Ask Herself: Is He Really Who He Claims To Be? The Italian House Is A Spellbinding Saga Perfect For Fans Of Victoria Hislop And Elena Ferrante. Praise For The Italian House 'a Wonderfully Rich Web Of Intrigue And Romance, Love And Betrayal' Barbara Erskine