One Last Letter from Greece: The perfect escapist debut novel to curl up with
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‘Grab a copy and a box of tissues ASAP – simply beautiful’ Reader Review 
‘Summer read of the year! Absolute perfection’ Reader Review
‘Wow…there are still tears in my eyes!’ Reader Review
Will walking in her mother’s footsteps help Sophie discover who she was meant to be all along…?
Devastated by her mother’s death, Sophie longs to get away from an empty house full of memories and a life that hasn’t quite turned out as she had imagined.
So when a chance discovery among her mother’s belongings hints at a past Sophie knows nothing of, she jumps at the opportunity for escape and a chance to heal. The magical, idyllic Greek town of Methoni awaits…
But Sophie – determined to uncover her mother’s secrets – is about to discover so much more. Among the tranquil waters and cosy tavernas, Methoni’s locals offer Sophie the answers she craves, along with unexpected romance and, if she’ll take it, a chance at her own happiness…
The breathtaking, escapist debut novel from Emma Cowell, perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan.
Praise for One Last Letter from Greece:
‘This book made me cry (a lot)! A gorgeous read I can’t recommend enough!’ Reader Review
‘A compelling and tender story, beautifully told by an exciting new voice’ Santa Montefiore
‘I’m in love with this story – I couldn’t stop reading’ Reader Review
‘Emma’s written a beauty’ Peter Andre
‘This book has it all…romance, forbidden love, highs, lows, a great setting and a happy ever after. An easy 5 star read from me’ Reader Review
‘Emma Cowell tells an emotional, gripping tale about family secrets, love and loss’ Adriana Trigiani
‘Gripping…heartbreaking…simply wonderful’ Reader Review
‘An emotional rollercoaster. I fell in love with Theo and with Methoni which sounds so beautiful. Such an emotive tale of love and loss’ Rosanna Ley
‘Your perfect summer escape guaranteed!’ Reader Review
‘A delicious slice of Greek life. A beautiful love story. A lovely tribute to a mother’s love’ Jo Thomas
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Additional information
| Publisher | Avon (9 Jun. 2022) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| File size | 1620 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Sticky notes | On Kindle Scribe |
| Print length | 390 pages |
by AngelbearTheFirst
I’m not a great reader of romantic novels. But I do adore Greece and the Greek people, visiting at least twice a year for very many years, there aren’t many areas not visited. So when I was short of novels to read whilst away I looked to this author.
Choosing this author wasn’t a mistake, the books are fairly well written but something bothered me.
This summer I’ve done something I almost never do and reread the work.
Suddenly on this reading it hit me, it’s the geography of Methoni that had bothered me, in both my first and subsequent rereading. It’s been altered presumably to fit the authors story board but why !
I really don’t understand authors who name an actual place, building or time but alter it to fit their story. If you are unable to keep to a known fact, surely an author should be capable of inventing a place and mapping it into their story board.
My maxim of how much I enjoyed a novel is always
“Would I read another novel from this author?” Probably not .
by Pauline Hallam
Such a beautifully written story. I Love all Greek stories, it takes one away from our mundane lives. Its almost like being on holiday.
by carol hood
I read the authors second book first and because I couldn’t put it down, I read the first book straight after. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to the third book
by ColinB
After the death of her mother, a famous artist, Sophie travels to Methoni in Greece in search of a missing painting and the secret of why her mother disappeared there on holiday every year.
The descriptions of Greece and, in particular, the food took me back to a holiday on a Greek islandmany years ago. In addition to the search for the missing painting there is a romantic interest in a local man, Theo. Counterbalancing the glorious location and food there are more serious subjects including abuse and miscarriages – the latter will strike a chord with anyone who has been unfortunate enough to have suffered from this. In summary not a light read (not that there is anything wrong with these), with the above subjects included, but one to make you think and either relate to the issues or to give thanks that you’ve not suffered from them.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book and I subsequently purchased it upon release.
by Suzi Stembridge
This is a good book, well written and with strong characters, but it has a huge flaw. In smaller typeface in the Acknowledgements at the very end of the novel the author apologises for messing about with the geography of Methoni and surrounding areas and I had already finished the book before I found this and I had very nearly given up after the first few chapters because the Methoni described as the main location bore absolutely no resemblance to the Methoni I know well.
If the author has herself not visited Methoni surely it would have been wiser to give the place a fictitious name. Even Modini based on the ancient name Modon would suffice because this ‘messed up’ description of the location certainly detracted from an otherwise excellent book where the writer clearly has empathy and understanding of the Greek character.
by Lucy Sheldon
This book is truly amazing, it made me feel like I was walking along the Greek sand with the character. I truly recommend this author.
by Polly
Such a wonderful gentle story. A bit different but thoroughly enjoyed. I love the style of writing. Let’s have more pease!
by Angie.
Still reading this book, although took a bit of getting into as is written in the ” I looked out to the sea….” ” I thought of mum” etc.
If you like books based in Greece/Greek connections you will like this one – has a twist in that you may not see coming!