Secrets Under the Sun

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The truth will surprise you... On the island of Cyprus, in the small seaside town of Larnaka, three childhood friends have reunited for the funeral of Katerina, the much-loved old woman who had a profound effect on their lives. Eleni, Marianna and Adonis grew up together, as close as siblings. Although from humble beginnings - a housemaid from the age of thirteen - Katerina's love, wisdom and guidance helped shape them all. Her loss leaves the friends bereft, but the funeral is not just a time to mourn and remember. Adonis's mother decides that with Katerina's death comes the time to share the family's secrets and answer the riddles of their childhood. A story of deception, forbidden love and undying loyalty unravels. What she reveals will change everything . . . Praise for Among the Lemon Trees 'My book of the year' Vanessa Feltz 'You can almost feel the heat and hear the cicadas among the pages of this novel. Brimming with joy, sadness and intrigue' Sunday Post A stunning romantic mystery by the sea, from Nadia Marks, author of the bestselling Among the Lemon Trees.

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A moving and transporting novel from the author of Among the Lemon Trees

About the Author

Nadia Marks (nee Kitromilides, which in Greek means bitter lemons), grew up in London but was born in Cyprus where her novel Secrets Under the Sun is set. An ex creative director and associate editor on a number of leading British women's magazines, she is now a novelist and works as a freelance writer for several national and international publications. She is also the author of the bestselling Among the Lemon Trees. She has two sons and lives in North London with her partner Mike.

Reviews

My book of the year. An utterly gripping story of love and family secrets -- Vanessa Feltz on Among the Lemon Trees