‘Glorious escapism ? I fell in love with Italy all over again!’ SANTA MONTEFIORE

‘Soak up the glamour’ PRIMA

‘Wonderfully escapist – marvellous’ ANTON DU BEKE

Can one magical city change their destiny?

Welcome to Venice, the fairytale city, where canals flow into hidden shadows and forbidden secrets whisper behind the masks?

The masked stranger

When Gina Bellini meets an enigmatic figure at the Venice carnival, their chemistry is unforgettable, before he vanishes into the night.

The Hollywood legend

Personal assistant, Issy Roberts is on location with Tinseltown’s biggest star. Will he discover her shocking lies?

The ultimate diva

Opera sensation Lucia De Santis has the world at her feet. How far will she go to get what she wants?

As their fates collide in the most beautiful city on earth, will dangerous secrets destroy their dreams?

Readers love Carol Kirkwood!

‘This book was a joy to read‘ ?????

‘Couldn’t put it down‘ ?????

‘It had me gripped from start to finish’ ?????

‘This was the perfect escape for summer and has me desperate to visit Venice now!’ ?????

‘This book has it all in spades. An absolute winner’ ?????

‘Another wonderful book ? very refreshing and engaging‘ ?????

‘Perfect holiday read – pure romantic escapism‘ ?????

‘Loved this book ? devoured it in a couple of days’ ?????

‘Glorious escapism ? I fell in love with Italy all over again!’ SANTA MONTEFIORE

‘Soak up the glamour’ PRIMA

‘Wonderfully escapist – marvellous’ ANTON DU BEKE

Can one magical city change their destiny?

Welcome to Venice, the fairytale city, where canals flow into hidden shadows and forbidden secrets whisper behind the masks?

The masked stranger

When Gina Bellini meets an enigmatic figure at the Venice carnival, their chemistry is unforgettable, before he vanishes into the night.

The Hollywood legend

Personal assistant, Issy Roberts is on location with Tinseltown’s biggest star. Will he discover her shocking lies?

The ultimate diva

Opera sensation Lucia De Santis has the world at her feet. How far will she go to get what she wants?

As their fates collide in the most beautiful city on earth, will dangerous secrets destroy their dreams?

Readers love Carol Kirkwood!

‘This book was a joy to read‘ ????? Reader review

‘Couldn’t put it down‘ ????? Reader review

‘It had me gripped from start to finish’ ????? Reader review

‘Another wonderful book ? very refreshing and engaging‘ ????? Reader review

‘Soak up the glamour’ PRIMA

You’re invited to the most glamorous wedding of the year?

The guests are gathering under the Mediterranean sun, and as the champagne flows, so do the secrets?

The childhood sweethearts

Carina is marrying the love of her life. But he isn’t the person she thinks he is.

The dazzling bridesmaid

Hollywood starlet Edie is hiding a secret that could destroy her best friend.

The unexpected guest

Mother-of-the-bride Philippa is stunned by the arrival of a lover from her past.

Are scandal and betrayal about to destroy their happy ever after?

Readers love Secrets of the Villa Amore!

‘This book was a joy to read‘ ????? Reader review

‘Couldn’t put it down‘ ????? Reader review

‘It had me gripped from start to finish’ ????? Reader review

‘Another wonderful book ? very refreshing and engaging‘ ????? Reader review

Carol Kirkwood’s book ‘Secrets of the Villa Amore’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-07-24.

By the glittering shores of the Mediterranean, two families gather for the wedding of the year.

Carina is marrying her childhood sweetheart, Giorgio. He isn’t the person she thinks he is.

Hollywood starlet Edie is the dazzling bridesmaid. She’s hiding something that could destroy her best friend.

Mother-of-the-bride Philippa is stunned by the arrival of a lover from her past. Can her marriage survive?

As the guests gather under the azure skies of the Amalfi coast, scandal and intrigue are waiting to be revealed, and one of the guests will do anything to hide the truth ?

Get swept away by Carol’s compelling page-turner, you won’t want to put it down.

‘Deliciously escapist’ Cathy Kelly

‘A stunning holiday read with passion and heart, perfect?!’ Anton Du Beke

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By the sapphire blue waters of the French Riviera, a decades-long secret is about to be revealed?

Wayward Greek heiress, Ariana Theodosis, inherits the Hotel du Soleil as part of a mysterious legacy. Captivated by its faded glamour, she hopes it offers her the chance to start again.

Hotelier Gabriel du Lac’s family have owned the hotel for decades – and he has no intention of giving it up for a beautiful stranger.

Madame du Lac has watched the rich and famous pass through the doors of the hotel for almost half a century, and she has kept its secrets too.

As the past finally catches up with them all, will this summer reveal a forgotten secret, and change their lives forever??

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Praise for Carol Kirkwood:

‘Sizzles with secrets and passion’ Jo Thomas

‘Intrigue and drama? a great sunshine read’ Choice

‘A real treat – marvellous!’ Anton du Beke

‘A great summer read’ Prima

‘A stunning holiday read with passion and heart, perfect?!’ Anton Du Beke

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By the sapphire blue waters of the French Riviera, a decades-long secret is about to be revealed?

Wayward Greek heiress, Ariana Theodosis, inherits the Hotel du Soleil as part of a mysterious legacy. Captivated by its faded glamour, she hopes it offers her the chance to start again.

Hotelier Gabriel du Lac’s family have owned the hotel for decades – and he has no intention of giving it up for a beautiful stranger.

Madame du Lac has watched the rich and famous pass through the doors of the hotel for almost half a century, and she has kept its secrets too.

As the past finally catches up with them all, will this summer reveal a forgotten secret, and change their lives forever??

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Praise for Carol Kirkwood:

‘Deliciously escapist’ Cathy Kelly

‘Sizzles with secrets and passion’ Jo Thomas

‘A real treat – marvellous!’ Anton du Beke

‘Loved it! It sizzles with secrets and passion. A real page turner!’ Jo Thomas

‘Utterly engaging, deliciously escapist, with a heart as warm as its author’s’ Cathy Kelly, bestselling author of The Family Gift

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! *****

‘Loved it! It sizzles with secrets and passion. A real page turner!’ Jo Thomas

‘Utterly engaging, deliciously escapist, with a heart as warm as its author’s’ Cathy Kelly, bestselling author of The Family Gift

She can escape Hollywood, but can she escape her past?

A-list actress Shauna Jackson has the perfect life. Fame, fortune, marriage. Or so it seems.
Running from a scandal, Shauna must return to the place that changed her life twenty years ago, the idyllic Greek island of Ithos.
Captivated once more by her island escape, bittersweet memories resurface of one summer, one unforgettable man, and a long-hidden secret.
Can Shauna take the chance to confront 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! *****