*Carol's new captivating, escapist novel, ONCE UPON A TIME IN VENICE, is available to pre-order NOW!*
A sweeping, epic romance from the Sunday Times bestselling author Carol Kirkwood.
‘Loved it! It sizzles with secrets and passion. A real page turner!’ JO THOMAS
From the nation’s best-loved TV presenter…
One woman returns to the island that changed her life forever
A-list actress Shauna Jackson has the perfect life. Fame, fortune, marriage. Or so it seems.
Running from a scandal, Shauna flees to the place that changed her life twenty years ago, the idyllic Greek island of Ithos.
Captivated once more by the azure seas and scented olive groves, bittersweet memories resurface of one summer, one unforgettable man, and a long-hidden secret.
Shauna can escape Hollywood, but can she escape her past?
‘An absolute cracking read – it’s brilliant!’ Steph McGovern presenter of Packed Lunch
‘Sun-soaked, glamorous escapism’ Cressida McLaughlin
‘A sizzling summer read. I couldn’t put it down’ Alex Brown, bestselling author of The Secret of Orchard Cottage
‘An exquisite tale of love lost and found that’s full of intriguing characters and romantic locations. A Perfect summer read’ Judy Murray
Five Star reviews from NetGalley:
Excellent debut novel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
You had me hooked from the very first page, right through to the very last word! I was riveted. I’m in awe ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
100% recommend sitting and relaxing with your favourite cocktail and getting lost in this truly wonderful romance. I loved it ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A great summer read! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Full of wonderful descriptions of sun-drenched Greek islands, Hollywood and its screen icons; I didn't want to put it down ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This book makes for a perfect summer read and one I definitely recommend reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Absolutely adored this book. I'm pretty sure I didn't move the whole time I was reading it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Reviews
‘A real treat, wonderfully escapist with heart and drama – marvellous!’ Anton du Beke
‘An exquisite tale of love lost and found that’s full of intriguing characters and romantic locations. A Perfect summer read.’ Judy Murray
‘An absolute cracking read – it’s brilliant!’ Steph McGovern presenter of Packed Lunch
‘Sun-soaked, glamorous escapism.’ Cressida McLaughlin
‘A sizzling summer read. I couldn’t put it down.’ Alex Brown, bestselling author of The Secret of Orchard Cottage
Praise for Carol Kirkwood:
‘Soak up the glamour … A great summer read’ – Prima
‘Expect plenty of glamour and dramas in this sunshine read’ – Choice
About the author
Carol Kirkwood is one of our most loved TV personalities. Millions of viewers and listeners know her for her weather reports on BBC Breakfast, Radio 2’s Breakfast show, Wimbledon fortnight and waltzing in to our hearts on Strictly Come Dancing. Carol was inspired to write her first novel by her passion for travel and her love of Hollywood glamour. Off-screen, Carol can often be found ensconced in a book, singing, dancing and taking long walks in the countryside.
