The House in the Olive Grove, Emma Cowell
The House in the Olive Grove, Emma Cowell
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The House in the Olive Grove

Author: Emma Cowell

Narrator: Kristin Atherton

Unabridged: 12 hr 2 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Avon

Published: 05/25/2023


Synopsis

‘A glorious story that celebrates the power of love’ ADRIANA TRIGIANI ‘I adored . It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect’ LIZ FENWICK Will one week in Greece change their lives for ever? Chef is running a successful cookery school in her home village of Petalidi, Greece – but she is also running from the secrets of her past. Food journalist thought this was going to be just another work trip. But right before she leaves for Greece, she discovers that her whole life is built on a lie. Jewellery-maker has always lived according to her own rules – despite what it has cost her to do so. But she has just had some devastating news. As these three very different women come together at the house in the olive grove, unlikely friendships blossom and a season of self-discovery begins. The breathtaking, escapist second novel from Emma Cowell, perfect for fans of , and . ‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels. is a .’ – ‘.’ ‘I adored . It is , and is .’ – ‘A … The book has an .’ ‘A culinary twist, female solidarity, friendship and romance, what more does one need for a ?’ – ‘.’ ‘ A glorious story.’ – ‘I loved how beautifully Greece and the food were described – it .’ ‘. Cowell’s exquisite writing is as delicious as the food she describes.’ – ‘Eloquent prose .’ ‘A sweeping novel about that will .’ – ‘Cowell has written a that will .’ ‘The !’ – ‘A and a .’ – Readers love :

Reviews

Goodreads review by Karren

Maria Leventi runs a successful cookery school in the village of Petalidi, Greece, and despite it being her home town, a group of locals don't like her and think she's weird. Maria has always been a bit of an outsider, someone is sending her nasty text messages, leaving odd displays by her beehives......more

Goodreads review by Kerry

Having read and loved One Last Letter From Greece by Emma Cowell, I was very much looking forward to reading The House in the Olive Grove. I have not been disappointed as it is the most gorgeous read! I have never been to Greece, but I felt like I was there as I read this book. Petalidi sounds like t......more

Goodreads review by Karen

This book took me completely by surprise, what a beautiful and moving story. Three women come together for a week long cooking course in Petalidi, Greece. Maria, the woman who runs the course, Kayla a celebrity food journalist and Alessandro a bohemian jewellery maker. They are completely different......more

Goodreads review by Emma

I absolutely adored the author's debut and was keen to get my hands on her second book. This has great female led characters and my goodness did it make my belly rumble with all the food descriptions. Having three leads though meant it jumped around for me a bit too much. Lovely to feel the Greek sun......more


Quotes

PRAISE FOR THE HOUSE IN THE OLIVE GROVE ‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels. is a ’ – ‘I adored . It is , and is ’ – ‘A culinary twist, female solidarity, friendship and romance, what more does one need for a ?’ – ‘Exploring the power of friendship and love through delicious writing and Greek food, is . A glorious story.’ – ‘An enchanting treat of a book. . Cowell’s exquisite writing is as delicious as the food she describes. Five honey-smothered stars from me.’ – ‘A sweeping novel about that will .’ – ‘The and the !’ – ‘A and a .’ – PRAISE FOR : ‘A compelling and tender story, beautifully told by an exciting new voice’ – ‘Emma Cowell tells an emotional, gripping tale about family secrets, love and loss’ – ‘Emma’s written a beauty’ – ‘An emotional rollercoaster. I fell in love with Theo and with Methoni which sounds so beautiful. Such an emotive tale of love and loss’ –