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The new captivating and romantic read from the bestselling author and beloved TV presenter
‘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
Carol Kirkwood is one of our most loved TV personalities. Millions of viewers and listeners know her for her weather reports on BBC Breakfast and Wimbledon fortnight, and for waltzing into 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.