Lily Graham Boeken

After losing her fiancé, Ria's life has been at a standstill. So nobody is more surprised than her when she makes the snap decision to run away to the Greek island of Crete, armed only with her passport. She soon starts working for eccentric novelist Caroline, and meets handsome vineyard owner Tom. But soon there is trouble in paradise. As Ria gets to know Tom better, she unwittingly uncovers a tangled web of secrets, and a truth that someone will do anything to keep hidden. What's more Ria carries her own secret, her own sadness about her past love, and as she and Tom grow closer will this stop her from grabbing her own chance at happiness with both hands?

Set in Paris during 1944, the story follows a courageous woman who takes on the perilous role of serving the enemy to protect her community. As the city is engulfed in war, she navigates the dangerous landscape of espionage and betrayal, showcasing her resilience and determination. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice and moral complexity, highlighting the difficult choices individuals must make in times of conflict.

Explore a profound journey through 21 authentic emotions as experienced by the author. Each emotion is presented with depth and honesty, inviting readers to connect with their own feelings and reflect on their emotional experiences. This exploration offers insights into the human condition, fostering empathy and understanding.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Cornish coast, a woman's life takes a transformative turn as she uncovers a love story hidden within a long-forgotten diary. This discovery intertwines her own journey with the past, revealing the profound impact of love and history on her present.

Set in the charming village of Whistling, known for its picturesque butterscotch cottages and lush hills, the story unfolds as snow begins to blanket the landscape. Emma Halloway is journeying home just in time for Christmas, hinting at themes of nostalgia and the warmth of the holiday season. The picturesque setting and the impending festive atmosphere create a cozy backdrop for Emma's return, suggesting a tale filled with heartwarming moments and seasonal magic.

A compassionate woman opens her home to a man in need, unaware that her kindness will lead to unexpected romantic feelings. As they navigate their evolving relationship, both characters confront their pasts and the emotional barriers that threaten to keep them apart. This story explores themes of love, redemption, and the transformative power of compassion.

Set in the picturesque Cornish village of Cloudsea, Sea Cottage becomes a backdrop for enchanting Christmas moments. The story unfolds with themes of community, warmth, and the transformative power of the holiday season. As characters navigate personal challenges, the cottage serves as a sanctuary where friendships blossom and love flourishes, promising a heartwarming tale filled with festive spirit and the magic of new beginnings.

On the brink of the second world war, a beautiful Parisian bookshop hides a heartbreaking secret that will tear one family apart forever …The last time Valerie was in Paris, she was three-years-old, running from the Nazis, away from the only home she had ever known.Now as a young woman, Valerie must return to Paris, to the bookshop and her only surviving relative, her grandfather Vincent, to find out what really happened to those she loved. As she gets to know Vincent again, she hears a tragic story of Nazi occupied Paris, a doomed love affair and a mother willing to sacrifice everything for her beloved daughter.Can Valerie and Vincent help each other to mend the wounds of the past? Valerie isn’t after a fairy-tale ending, she only wants the truth. But what is the one devastating secret that Vincent is determined to keep from his granddaughter?

"When Charlotte's husband James tragically dies, he leaves her an unexpected gift - her grandmother's beautiful villa, Marisal, on the Spanish island of Formentera. As she begins to explore her new home, and heal her broken heart in the warm golden sunshine, Charlotte discovers that her grandmother Alba has been keeping secrets about her life on the island. Intrigued by her family's hidden history, Charlotte uncovers a devastating love affair that put many lives at risk and two sisters torn apart by loss. Can the heart-breaking truth of the island's dark history finally be laid to rest? Or will the secrets of the past shake the new life and love that Charlotte is close to finding?"--Back cover

Historický román Lily Graham přináší svědectví o lidech, kteří vytrvali až do konce a i v těžkých dobách v sobě dokázali najít sílu k boji proti nepříteli na všech frontách. Zatímco v nacisty okupované Paříži trpí místní hladem a strádáním, ozývá se z oken jedné restaurace hudba a smích. Její majitelka Marianne zde vaří pro nacistické důstojníky a sklízí jejich obdiv a pochvalu. S vytrvalým úsměvem na tváři připravuje zdravá jídla z Provence a nikdo by neuhodl, jakou hlubokou nenávist skrývá ve svém srdci. Jednoho večera však Marianne beze stopy zmizí a za sebou zanechá jenom mrtvá těla svých hostů. O několik desítek let později stojí její vnučka Sabine pod vybledlou zelenou markýzou a dívá se na nápis vyrytý do okna restaurace: zrádce a vrah. Skutečně se její babička dopustila neodpustitelné vraždy? Kolaborovala s nacistickým režimem a nezaslouží si tak nic jiného než pouhé pohrdání? Jak úzká je morální hranice mezi spravedlností a pomstou a kdo dokáže bez časového odstupu posoudit rozdíl mezi zločinem a hrdinstvím?