The Tuscan Daughter, Tessa Harris
The Tuscan Daughter, Tessa Harris
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The Tuscan Daughter

Author: Tessa Harris

Narrator: Lucy Walker-Evans

Unabridged: 11 hr 20 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HQ Digital

Published: 04/23/2024


Synopsis

Read the brand-new heart-wrenching historical novel from Tessa Harris, , now! Readers have been by The Tuscan Daughter: ‘If you're a fan of WWII historical fiction [and] a courageous woman not willing to settle … I would highly recommend ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tuscany, 1942 Lizzie Thornton Then war is declared, and Lizzie is suddenly regarded as an enemy in the country she loves so much. When new tutor arrives, Lizzie is exposed to a new secret world; Vincenzo is actually a member of the Italian resistance, running an anti-fascist propaganda magazine. Lizzie, desperate to be part of the fight, joins Vincenzo’s unit, and soon she is head over heels in love. But when someone from her past reappears and threatens to overturn her new life, Lizzie must decide if she has the strength to fight for what, and who, she truly wants. Based on true events, is a heartbreaking story of one woman’s resilience in the face of fascism, perfect for fans of Mandy Robotham and Kate Quinn. 'Richly told … ' ‘A novel with a ending' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolute' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A , chilling close-up of the battle to save Italy from within' ‘, it is one of the few that I have read focusing on Italy … ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An look at one Englishwoman's war in Italy' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' … romance, history, mystery, edge-of-your-seat action' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'like I did!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

About Tessa Harris

Tessa Harris is the author of the acclaimed Dr. Thomas Silkstone Mysteries, including Secrets in the Stones and The Anatomist's Apprentice, and the Constance Piper Mystery series, including The Sixth Victim and The Angel Makers. A graduate of Oxford University with a history degree, Tessa has also been a journalist and editor, contributing to many national publications such as the Times and the Telegraph. She has also acted as a literary publicist for several well-known authors.


Reviews

The Tuscan Daughter was the second book that I had the pleasure of reading by Tessa Harris. This one was based on true events. The Tuscan Daughter took place in a town called Lucca that was located in Tuscany, Italy right before the outbreak of World War II and then as Italy entered the war under th......more

Goodreads review by Karren

Lucca, Tuscany, 1942. Elizabeth Thornton is an English governess employed to by Count de Falco to teach his son Cristo. He's a fascist and supporter of Mussolini the Prime Minister of Italy and everyone breathes a big sigh of relief when he travels to Rome. Lizzie has her nose put out of joint when......more

Goodreads review by Lisa

The Tuscan Daughter is an inspiring, powerful story about an English woman who during World War 11 finds herself in Italy as the tutor of a young child while still mourning the death of her fiancé who was shot down and missing in action. It follows her journey and her courage as she decides to fight......more


Quotes

'I was swept away by this heart-rending, gripping page-turner set in beautiful Tuscany. A must-read for fans of World War Two fiction' 'The beauty of the Italian countryside is a stunning backdrop for an ugly war of betrayal, cruelty and love, richly told here by Tessa Harris. A must for all fans of WW2 fiction' 'Packed with atmosphere, this wartime resistance drama is a thrilling, chilling close-up of the battle to save Italy from within' 'An inspirational and heartbreaking tale … Harris gives new light and life to the courageous women who actively took part in the brutal war of resistance … packed with real history, suspense, surprises, romance and danger. The perfect ingredients for all historical novel fans'