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Once Upon a Time in Venice

By Carol Kirkwood
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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... Read More
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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

'This was the perfect escape for summer and has me desperate to visit Venice now!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'This book has it all in spades. An absolute winner' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'Another wonderful book … very refreshing and engaging' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'Perfect holiday read – pure romantic escapism' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

'Loved this book … devoured it in a couple of days' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008550981

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 July 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

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.

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