Another perfect read from Broom. I am a big fan of her writing under Isabelle Broom and this is just as good. I loved the setting of Greece and was transported to the beautiful island and way of life.
This is set between the modern day and the Second World War, I enjoyed both timelines and I particularly liked how Skye discovers letters that slowly tell the story of the past.
This book is blessed by having wonderful characters at its heart. I loved getting to know them and spending time with them.
This is a joyous, emotional and at time devastating read. I loved it.
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin for an advance copy.

The House of Hidden Letters is a inspiring story of cameraderie, resilience, tragedy.  It is a beautifully written book with evocative descriptions of Greek island scenery, and a compelling narrative that weaves between generations. This story is perfect for lovers of Victoria Hislop, Fiona Valpy and Karen Swan and promises to be the ideal holiday read!




Heartbroken and hoping for a new start, Skye MacKinnon jumps at the opportunity to head to the Mediterranean, after winning the chance to buy a cottage in Greece for 1 Euro.


A week later, Skye finds herself renovating a dilapidated house in a traditional Greek village, under the watchful eye of local builder Andreas. The cottage echoes with long-forgotten voices from the past, after she unearths a bundle of letters hidden in the fireplace. Soon Skye is drawn into the remarkable life of Katerina and the love, sacrifices and tradegy that local Greek islanders faced during the Italian occupation in the 1940's.


Will gradually uncovering Katerina's story and the long held secrets of the cottage's  past help inspire Skye to face her own demons and pave a new future on Folegandros?

A lovely read. I really enjoyed it. Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the chance to read an ARC.