An Italian Island Secret: A BRAND NEW escapist, romantic read, full of secrets and sunshine, from Victoria Springfield for 2025

Escape to a beautiful Italian island for one life-changing summer. 'A gorgeous, romantic book with a compelling storyline... truly excellent' Louise Douglas 'A gorgeous journey of love and self-discovery, secrets and sunshine.' Gillian Harvey

It’s time to return to the island…

Alessia knows her grandmother grew up on the beautiful Italian island of Ischia, off the coast from Naples. But Ornella seldom talks about her life there – or why she never went back.

So Alessia is amazed when Ornella reveals that as a young woman, she had worked on the set of a famous 1950s movie filmed on the island. Is there a link between the film set and the tragic death of Ornella’s teenage sister?

Ornella has kept her past – and the life-changing promise she made – a secret for over sixty years. She has tried not to think about the love she gave up. But now, perhaps the truth should finally be revealed…

Travelling to Ischia together, Alessia falls in love with the captivating island. Meeting handsome journalist Roberto helps her dig deeper into her family’s past, too. Just what happened to Ornella’s sister? What heart-wrenching secret is her grandmother hiding?

This summer, can Alessia and Ornella put the past to rest and find the happy ending they both deserve?

A breathtaking, escapist romance packed with secrets, sunshine, love and intrigue. Perfect for fans of Emma Burstall, Louise Douglas, Kate Frost and Carol Kirkwood.

'A gorgeous journey of love and self-discovery, secrets and sunshine.' Gillian Harvey

‘A beautiful sun-drenched story full of warmth and wisdom.’ Helen McGinn

'Wonderfully warm, cleverly plotted and peppered with mystery, I was totally drawn in by the characters, the family dynamics, and the secrets along the way. A five-star read!' Helen Rolfe

Readers are loving Victoria Springfield's novels:

'A wonderfully engaging read with a delightful cast of characters… you will be totally captivated by this charming story!' Lucy Coleman

'She has a way of bringing Italy to life that makes your mouth water when you think of the food, your body ache for some sunshine.' Susan Buchanan

'Engaging characters, a well-told story of new beginnings and second chance love – with unexpected twists – and a gorgeous Italian setting make this novel a perfect summer read.' 5-Star Reader Review

'Exceptionally well told... easy to read and lose yourself in, lots of lovely gentle humour but with plenty of emotional depth when it’s needed. I read this book in a single sitting.' 5-Star Reader Review

'The perfect summer read' 5-Star Reader Review

'I can't get enough of Victoria Springfield’s books. They give me a feel-good happy feeling.' 5-Star Reader Review

'A delightful read that has made me want to visit Italy and its hidden delights even more!' 5-Star Reader Review

© 2025 Boldwood Books (Audiobook): 9781836336280
© 2025 Boldwood Books (Ebook): 9781836336341

Release date

Audiobook: 21 January 2025
Ebook: 21 January 2025