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A grieving mother. Secrets at the heart of the family. A love affair that could destroy everything ...
Alicia and Liam's marriage is in trouble following the tragic loss of their only son. Hoping to heal, they travel to the Åland Islands, Alicia's peaceful Nordic homeland.
Enter Patrick, a charismatic Swedish reporter whose story of love and loss deeply connects with Alicia.
However, the small, quiet island hides unexpected secrets that force those closest to Alicia to reveal their hidden truths, offering Alicia a renewed purpose in life. Can she find love later in life?
The Island Affair offers a captivating mix of small-town romance and suspense, making it a top pick for fans of Elin Hilderbrand, Nancy Thayer, and Barbara Freethy. Set in an enchanting Nordic island community, this tale of loss, love, and self-discovery will leave you wanting more.
Pick your copy of The Island Affair today!
Autorentext
Helena writes stories about love, family, and friendship. She has published 18 fiction titles and three non-fiction books about writing.
Prize-winning author, former BBC journalist, bookseller, and magazine editor, Helena Halme holds an MSc in Marketing from Hanken School of Economics and an MA in Creative Writing.
Apart from writing stories, Helena is addicted to Nordic Noir and dances to Abba songs when nobody's watching.
You can find more about Helena and her books on www.helenahalmebooks.com, Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HelenaHalmeAuthor/), Instagram (@helenahalme), and TikTok (@helenahalmeauthor)
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A grieving mother. Secrets at the heart of the family. A love affair that could destroy everything…
After the tragic loss of their 17-year-old son, journalist Alicia and surgeon Liam struggle to keep their marriage afloat. During their usual holiday to Åland, the Nordic islands where Alicia grew up, the rift between the couple deepens.
Enter tall, blonde Patrick, with the most piercing blue eyes Alicia has ever seen. When Patrick confides in Alicia about the near loss of his daughter and the breakdown of his marriage, Alicia is surprised to feel an affinity with the Swedish reporter. He's the only person who understands her.
But secrets held by people close to Alicia give her life another surprising turn and she finds there is a new reason to live - and love - again.
The Island Affair is perfect for fans of the Neapolitan novels by Elena Ferrante, Everything We Keep by Kerry Lonsdale, and Me Before You by Jojo Moyes.
Read The Island Affair, a family drama chock-full of mystery and passion, set in one of the most captivating holiday islands in Scandinavia, today!