Bookish Escapes – serie

'The perfect summer escape, I adored it!’ USA Today bestselling author Faith Hogan In a tiny bookshop in Dubrovnik’s historic Old Town, a book club begins… Newly arrived on the sun-drenched shores of Croatia, Claire Thomson’s life is about to change forever when she starts working at a local bookshop. With her cousin Vedran, employee Luna and Karmela, a professor, they form an unlikely book club.But when their first book club pick – an engrossing cosy crime – inspires them to embark upon an investigation that is close to the group’s heart, they quickly learn the value of keeping their new-found friends close as lives and stories begin to entwine…Readers can’t get enough of The Dubrovnik Book Club:'Eva Glyn’s writing gets better and better. I love this book.’ USA Today bestseller Angela Petch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Another beautiful book from Eva Glyn … I absolutely loved it.’ Kitty Wilson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A warm, page-turning delight, full of believable and relateable characters who I didn't want to leave.’ Alexandra Walsh ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A warm and compelling story filled with sensory detail and emotion.’ Bestselling author Rosanna Ley ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A touching story about friendship, the power of books to bring people together, and finding the courage to live fully and truthfully.’ Luisa Andreou-Jones ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I found myself sneaking away at all hours of the day to read a little more and was totally wrapped up in their stories.’ Jayne Hall ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Makes me want to join every book club I can find!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Eva Glyn's best book yet … A book to be treasured.’ Bestselling author Maisie Thomas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'The perfect summer escape, I adored it!’ USA Today bestselling author Faith Hogan In a tiny bookshop in Dubrovnik’s historic Old Town, a book club begins… Newly arrived on the sun-drenched shores of Croatia, Claire Thomson’s life is about to change forever when she starts working at a local bookshop. With her cousin Vedran, employee Luna and Karmela, a professor, they form an unlikely book club.But when their first book club pick – an engrossing cosy crime – inspires them to embark upon an investigation that is close to the group’s heart, they quickly learn the value of keeping their new-found friends close as lives and stories begin to entwine…Readers can’t get enough of The Dubrovnik Book Club:'Eva Glyn’s writing gets better and better. I love this book.’ USA Today bestseller Angela Petch ★★★★★'Another beautiful book from Eva Glyn … I absolutely loved it.’ Kitty Wilson ★★★★★'A warm, page-turning delight, full of believable and relateable characters who I didn't want to leave.’ Alexandra Walsh ★★★★★‘A warm and compelling story filled with sensory detail and emotion.’ Bestselling author Rosanna Ley ★★★★★'A touching story about friendship, the power of books to bring people together, and finding the courage to live fully and truthfully.’ Luisa Andreou-Jones ★★★★★'I found myself sneaking away at all hours of the day to read a little more and was totally wrapped up in their stories.’ Jayne Hall ★★★★★'Makes me want to join every book club I can find!’ ★★★★★'Eva Glyn's best book yet … A book to be treasured.’ Bestselling author Maisie Thomas ★★★★★

'The Santorini Writing Retreat left me feeling uplifted and hopeful … and craving a holiday in the Greek sunshine.' Kate Storey, bestselling author of The Forgotten Book Club Three women, one writing retreat, endless possibilities… Bestselling author Jessica Rose needs to escape from a terrible secret that’s robbed her of her creativity. Could leading a retreat on a gorgeous Greek island be just what she needs?Coming home to Santorini was never in Zina’s plans, but now she’s determined to make her new business a success.And then there’s Karmela, who just wants to write her book and make her mother proud.In the heat of their Greek island paradise, these new friends find the courage to shape their own stories, and write endings they can all be proud of… If you loved The Dubrovnik Book Club, you'll be excited to read this gorgeous new standalone from Eva Glyn. Readers love The Santorini Writing Retreat: ★★★★★ 'Oh how I would love to be one of the three women in this book. It was a joy to read and I adored the setting of Santorini'★★★★★'The Santorini Writing Retreat is the most wonderful novel. Thoughtful, poignant and insightful fiction at its absolute best'★★★★★'Great characters, thought-provoking storylines, beautiful location and delicious sounding food - an excellent summer holiday read'★★★★★'Another wonderful book from Eva Glyn! I drew it out as long as I could just to stay in Santorini with this wonderful group of people'★★★★★'I couldn't put this book down. A real gem of a story'★★★★★'Wonderfully drawn characters, a stunning location and a plot that kept me turning the pages. A treat of a novel!'★★★★★ 'A gripping read with lots of secrets. You will love it' Authors love The Santorini Writing Retreat: 'A glorious book celebrating the power of friendship, storytelling and the kindness of strangers. I adored spending time with these characters. A beautiful novel that instantly transported me to the pistachio groves of Santorini.' Emma CowellThis story is emotional and life-affirming, and the sun-soaked setting will have you reaching for the travel brochures' Maisie Thomas'A true page turner … no hesitation in awarding five stars.' Angela Petch'I loved every page of this beautiful, heart-felt tale. For a summer read that will have you moving from laughter, to tears to genuine sadness as the stories of the women unfold, The Santorini Writing Retreat is the one book you must read' Alexandra Walsh'The story beautifully captures the evolving bind between the women. An uplifting read, both atmospheric and heartfelt, Eva Glyn has done it again.' Caroline James"I very much enjoyed meeting these characters… Highly recommended." Rosanna Ley

'The Santorini Writing Retreat left me feeling uplifted and hopeful … and craving a holiday in the Greek sunshine.' Kate Storey, bestselling author of The Forgotten Book Club Three women, one writing retreat, endless possibilities… Bestselling author Jessica Rose needs to escape from a terrible secret that’s robbed her of her creativity. Could leading a retreat on a gorgeous Greek island be just what she needs?Coming home to Santorini was never in Zina’s plans, but now she’s determined to make her new business a success.And then there’s Karmela, who just wants to write her book and make her mother proud.In the heat of their Greek island paradise, these new friends find the courage to shape their own stories, and write endings they can all be proud of… If you loved The Dubrovnik Book Club, you'll be excited to read this gorgeous new standalone from Eva Glyn Readers love The Santorini Writing Retreat: ★★★★★ 'Oh how I would love to be one of the three women in this book. It was a joy to read and I adored the setting of Santorini'★★★★★'The Santorini Writing Retreat is the most wonderful novel. Thoughtful, poignant and insightful fiction at its absolute best'★★★★★'Great characters, thought-provoking storylines, beautiful location and delicious sounding food - an excellent summer holiday read'★★★★★'Another wonderful book from Eva Glyn! I drew it out as long as I could just to stay in Santorini with this wonderful group of people'★★★★★'I couldn't put this book down. A real gem of a story'★★★★★'Wonderfully drawn characters, a stunning location and a plot that kept me turning the pages. A treat of a novel!'★★★★★ 'A gripping read with lots of secrets. You will love it' Authors love The Santorini Writing Retreat: 'A glorious book celebrating the power of friendship, storytelling and the kindness of strangers. I adored spending time with these characters. A beautiful novel that instantly transported me to the pistachio groves of Santorini.' Emma CowellThis story is emotional and life-affirming, and the sun-soaked setting will have you reaching for the travel brochures' Maisie Thomas'A true page turner … no hesitation in awarding five stars.' Angela Petch'I loved every page of this beautiful, heart-felt tale. For a summer read that will have you moving from laughter, to tears to genuine sadness as the stories of the women unfold, The Santorini Writing Retreat is the one book you must read' Alexandra Walsh'The story beautifully captures the evolving bind between the women. An uplifting read, both atmospheric and heartfelt, Eva Glyn has done it again.' Caroline James"I very much enjoyed meeting these characters… Highly recommended." Rosanna Ley

'Heartfelt and beautifully written, this is the author's best book to date' ★★★★★ Caroline James, bestselling author of The Cruise Where books are borrowed, friendships are forged and secrets uncovered… As a beautiful summer unfolds in the Croatian islands, Ana Meštrović embarks on a new venture – transforming her beloved catamaran into a floating library.Joined by crew members Lloyd, a widower whose past threatens to overshadow everything, and Natali, a young mechanic afraid of her own shadow, the newly formed trio all have their own powerful reasons for needing the travelling library to be a success.As they explore stunning coastlines and visit picturesque harbours, they learn that, sometimes, the most profound changes happen not just in the pages of a book, but in the bonds formed along the way…Readers and authors LOVE The Croatian Island Library:'This story of friendship and self-discovery is peopled by characters you'll be happy to make friends with' Maisie Thomas, bestselling author'Deeply emotional, utterly enchanting, and wonderfully escapist’ Isabelle Broom, author of The Summer Trip'A beautiful heartwarming story, loved the characters and the author truly transports you to Croatia' ★★★★★'Five stars and I’m off to look at holiday destinations in Croatia' ★★★★★Enchanting and wonderful. The characters are stunning, as is the plot. What is better than a island library! ★★★★★'Exquisitely observed and with warmth and wisdom running through every page, this book wraps you up in a cosy hug' ★★★★★'Not having visited the Croatian islands, the story transported me to this unspoilt and beautiful place. Eva Glyn’s writing style is engaging and inspiring and her characters were superb' ★★★★★

'Heartfelt and beautifully written, this is the author's best book to date' ★★★★★ Caroline James, bestselling author of The Cruise Where books are borrowed, friendships are forged and secrets uncovered… As a beautiful summer unfolds in the Croatian islands, Ana Meštrović embarks on a new venture – transforming her beloved catamaran into a floating library.Joined by crew members Lloyd, a widower whose past threatens to overshadow everything, and Natali, a young mechanic afraid of her own shadow, the newly formed trio all have their own powerful reasons for needing the travelling library to be a success.As they explore stunning coastlines and visit picturesque harbours, they learn that, sometimes, the most profound changes happen not just in the pages of a book, but in the bonds formed along the way…Readers and authors LOVE The Croatian Island Library:'This story of friendship and self-discovery is peopled by characters you'll be happy to make friends with' Maisie Thomas, bestselling author'Deeply emotional, utterly enchanting, and wonderfully escapist’ Isabelle Broom, author of The Summer Trip'A beautiful heartwarming story, loved the characters and the author truly transports you to Croatia' ★★★★★'Five stars and I’m off to look at holiday destinations in Croatia' ★★★★★Enchanting and wonderful. The characters are stunning, as is the plot. What is better than a island library! ★★★★★'Exquisitely observed and with warmth and wisdom running through every page, this book wraps you up in a cosy hug' ★★★★★'Not having visited the Croatian islands, the story transported me to this unspoilt and beautiful place. Eva Glyn’s writing style is engaging and inspiring and her characters were superb' ★★★★★