Emma Cowell

‘An evocative, romantic and deeply sensuous read. Wonderful escapism' Santa Montefiore ‘Fragrant and fabulous, brimming with tender romance and hope. The perfect book for summer’ Milly Johnson ‘A sublime summer read – it will fill your heart to the brim with every turn of the page.’ Holly Martin ____________ A lost love. A devastating secret. And a summer that could change everything… Two years on from her husband’s death, dressmaker Ellen is learning how to live again and put memories of a difficult marriage behind her. However, never far from her mind is another memory: Alexandros, her first love from the summer she turned eighteen. The moment she'd arrived in his hometown of Kardamyli in Greece, Ellen had been intoxicated by the scent of orange blossom in the air, the days of endless sunshine and sparkling azure waters – but most of all by Alexandros himself. They were meant to be, until a devastating secret forced Ellen to leave and never look back… But now, when her best friend suggests they recreate their teenage summer in Greece, Ellen knows it’s time to confront her past. Will Greece give her the freedom – and happiness – she desperately craves? And there, amidst the lush olive groves, could she rediscover the love she thought she’d lost forever? A gloriously escapist and emotional read set under the Grecian sun. Fans of Karen Swan, Victoria Hislop and Carol Kirkwood will love this unforgettable tale of sisterhood, hope and second chances.

Can one Greek summer heal the secrets of the past? Could discovering a family secret encourage Kat to follow her heart? Shattered by the sudden loss of her twin, Nik, Kat is lost in grief. The comfort of family feels both soothing and suffocating, but everything changes when she inherits a house on the breathtaking Greek island of Agistri from a mysterious uncle she’s never met. Arriving on Agistri, Kat is mesmerized by its crystalline waters, lush pine forests, and the citrus-scented air. Among the white-washed houses and warm, welcoming locals, she begins to feel her heart heal. The island offers more than solace, sparking courage in Kat to face her loss — and maybe even embrace the spark of unexpected love… But as she unearths her family’s buried past, Kat must also confront her own fears of belonging, forgiveness — and the possibility of rediscovering happiness in the shadow of heartbreak… This soul-stirring novel from Emma Cowell, perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan, offers an unforgettable journey of healing, heritage, and the hope that blooms under the Grecian sun. ––––––––––––––– AUTHORS LOVE UNDER THE LEMON TREE! ‘Emma Cowell is a masterful storyteller of sun-drenched, heartfelt, glorious stories. In Under the Lemon Tree, you will bask in the Grecian sun in a novel of pure escape. Kat navigates the path of grief and as she heals, secrets are revealed that will change the course of her life. Delicious. Luscious. The perfect summer read!’ – Adriana Trigiani 'Move over Victoria Hislop, Under the Lemon Tree seals Emma Cowell’s place as mistress of the Greek romantic novel. This book has all the elements for a bestselling summer romance.' – Eva Glyn 'Beautiful, emotional and uplifting escapism with an exquisitely vivid Greek island setting. Utter bliss.' – Alex Brown ‘I was engrossed, hanging on to every word, and so impressed by Under the Lemon Tree that I will be recommending it to all my friends.’ – Patricia Wilson 'A life-affirming and captivating story. A delightful read.’ – Kate Frost 'A compelling journey of healing and family secrets. It evokes Greece through Cowell’s beautiful descriptions of food and family life.’ – Francesca Catlow 'Cowell's beautiful descriptions are so vivid, you are practically breathing in the Agistri air and eating the incredible Greek food. A stunning five star read and an absolute triumph.' – Jenni Keer ‘Under the Lemon Tree is one of those novels that stayed with me long after I finished reading the last page… A beautiful uplifting love story, full of secrets, emotion and hope, set against the backdrop of a gorgeous Greek island.’ – Jan Baynham ‘Absolutely enchanting. I could feel the Greek sun kissing my skin as tenderly as the story warmed my heart.’ – Kate Glanville READERS LOVE UNDER THE LEMON TREE! 'A delicious romantic summer story, with wonderful sounding food, a feisty interesting heroine and relatable family dynamics. I loved it.' ? NetGalley review 'I was utterly immersed in the story, the beautiful setting and the engaging characters… An entertaining, emotive, enjoyable read.' ? NetGalley review 'I really enjoyed this book – the Greek setting was lovely and the writing and characters felt very authentic.' ? NetGalley review Readers and authors LOVE Emma Cowell: ‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels’ – Adriana Trigiani ‘I adored The House in the Olive Grove. It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect.’ – Liz Fenwick ‘This book is food for the soul.’ Reader Review ? ‘Evocative, compelling, moving. A glorious story’ – Kate Fr

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