'The perfect book to read when you want to give your heart a holiday' Sally Page, bestselling author of The Keeper of Stories

'An uplifting story full of hope, love and healing. A perfect summer read' B. A. Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors

Escape to Italy with The Little Italian Hotel, the uplifting new book from Phaedra Patrick, the author of The Library of Lost and Found.

Ginny Splinter, acclaimed radio host and relationship expert, prides herself on knowing what's best for others. So, she's sure her husband, Adrian, will love the special trip to Italy she's planned for their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. But when Ginny presents the gift, he surprises her with his own very different plan: a divorce.

Beside herself with heartache, Ginny impulsively goes live on air to invite four heartbroken listeners to join her instead. From hiking the hills of Bologna to sharing a gondola in Venice and dancing until dawn, Ginny and her guests embark on a holiday of full of fun, hope and healing.

Sunny, tender and brimming with charm, The Little Italian Hotel explores love, the importance of friendship, and reclaiming the present moment - even if it means leaving the past behind.

Readers are LOVING The Little Italian Hotel:

'Sunshine in book form!'

'A perfect summer read'

'A gorgeous hug of a book'

'I felt transported to Italy'

'The uplifting feel-good summer read I've been wanting!'

Don't miss The Library of Lost Secrets, another unputdownable novel by Phaedra Patrick!

Give your heart a holiday with the most charming, uplifting novel in 2024

About the Author

Phaedra Patrick studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organiser and communications manager. Her books have been translated into twenty-five languages worldwide and her first three novels were all USA Today bestsellers. Her second novel Rise and Shine Benedict Stone has been made into a Hallmark movie. Phaedra lives with her family in Saddleworth where she writes full-time.

Reviews

'The perfect book to read when you want to give your heart a holiday'
Sally Page, author of The Keeper of Stories

'Great story and engaging characters, the perfect read for the sunny days ahead!'
B. A. Paris, author of The Prisoner

'Sunshine on the pages - utterly wonderful'
Faith Hogan, author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club

'The perfect summer read'
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Book Information
ISBN 9780008418489
Author Phaedra Patrick
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint HQ
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 240g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 26mm