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Victoria Hislop
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Book Description

16 April 2009
An atmospheric, vibrant and moving tale of pain and passion at the heart of war-torn Spain, from Victoria Hislop, the million-copy bestselling author of THE ISLAND.

Beneath the majestic towers of the Alhambra, Granada's cobbled streets resonate with music and secrets. Sonia Cameron knows nothing of the city's shocking past; she is here to dance. But in a quiet caf?, a chance conversation and an intriguing collection of old photographs draw her into the extraordinary tale of Spain's devastating civil war.

Seventy years earlier, the caf? is home to the close-knit Ram?rez family. In 1936, an army coup led by Franco shatters the country's fragile peace, and in the heart of Granada the family witnesses the worst atrocities of conflict. Divided by politics and tragedy, everyone must take a side, fighting a personal battle as Spain rips itself apart.

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  • Paperback: 592 pages
  • Publisher: Headline Review; Reprint edition (16 April 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0755332954
  • ISBN-13: 978-0755332953
  • Product Dimensions: 13.7 x 19.6 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (246 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,974 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'A well-researched and meaty follow-up to The Island' (The Times)

'THE RETURN may be a beach book, but it goes inland and rummages around in the cellars' (The Times)

'Aims to open the eyes, and tug the heartstrings, of readers... Hislop deserves a medal for opening a breach into the holiday beach bag' (Independent)

'Like a literary Nigella, she whips up a cracking historical romance with a dash of family secrets and a splash of female self-discovery' (Time Out)

'Meticulously researched historical narrative and imaginative storytelling' (Telegraph)

'Powerful stuff' (Daily Mail)

'Excellent' (Sunday Telegraph)

About the Author

Victoria Hislop read English at Oxford, and worked in publishing, PR and as a journalist before becoming a novelist. She is married with two children. Her first novel, THE ISLAND, held the Number One slot in the Sunday Times paperback chart for eight consecutive weeks and has sold over two million copies worldwide. Victoria acted as script consultant on a 26-part TV adaptation in Greece, which achieved record ratings for Greek television. Victoria was the Newcomer of the Year at the Galaxy British Book Awards 2007, and her second novel, THE RETURN, was also a Number One bestseller. THE THREAD spent nine weeks in the Sunday Times hardback chart, and was widely acclaimed. Her books have been translated into more than 25 languages. Victoria also writes short stories and her first collection, ONE CRETAN EVENING, is available as an ebook.

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70 of 71 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A damm good read! 15 April 2009
Format:Paperback
I was lent this book by a friend and I have to say that initially I felt it wasn't my type of book - I usually read a lot of detective books. However, I found myself completely drawn into the story. I won't repeat the story as you can read the synopsis from the book and others have also given the gist of the book (although I feel not to the book's advantage).

I live in Spain and the descriptions of modern Granada and Andalucia made me yearn for the image of Spain that until quite recently it used to be - white-washed buildings, proud Spanish, gentle pace of life. When the author then took the readers back in time to the events around the Spanish Civil war, I couldn't believe how angry I became at the completely senseless waste of human life. I knew very little about the war and this book was my catalyst for finding out more about it.

I have never read a book which has stirred my emotions in such a way as this one, and I would recommend it to anyone. In fact another friend now has the book and she feels the same pull of the book too. So perhaps its because we are in Spain and we are more empathic to the content than others, but I thoroughly enjoyed it and could't put it down.
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72 of 75 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Not a review! A warning for potential purchasers 18 Sep 2009
Format:Paperback
Before launching into the reviews set out below, please beware that several give crucial parts of the plot away without warning!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed - The is no The Island 9 Jan 2012
Format:Kindle Edition
I am completely disappointed with this latest offering from Victoria Hislop. I loved The Island, and imagined this book would be similar in style.

In fact it is terribly written, with badly-drawn characters and a halting plot.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Emc
A delightfully fulfilling read that weaves its narrative path through some of the most politically charged years of world history. Read more
Published 10 hours ago by Emc
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Yet another winner for Victoria Hislop whose writing can make you believe you are living through the Spanish Civil War.
Her background research is impeccable.
Published 8 days ago by janilou
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Brilliantly researched and movingly delivered. The brutal background of the Spanish Civil War made the raw emotions even more poignant.
Published 18 days ago by Anne Laing
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
I couldn't put this down.
The storytline is very good but I learnt so much about the Civil War in Spain which was intertwined with the story.
Published 21 days ago by Catherine Rodgers
5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling Read!
Just finished it and what an incredible adventure. My wife recommended it to me and I loved it. I did know a little about Spain and the Civil War, and had read 'Winter in Madrid,... Read more
Published 25 days ago by Keith MacBrayne
4.0 out of 5 stars Great story set during the Spanish Civil War
This is like a book of two parts, possibly even two authors? It starts with a modern story, which I found poorly written and superficial. Read more
Published 25 days ago by susibird
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Yet another brilliant book by Victoria Hislop. I really enjoyed reading this as much as the others. She is a great author.
Published 1 month ago by Kath Dakin
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
I loved everything about this book so beautifully written a lovely story and full of interesting historical facts , going to read all Victoria's book now !
Published 1 month ago by Cheryl
5.0 out of 5 stars Present for another
My aunt was delighted with this gift which I gave her for Christmas. She recommends this author. So does my cousin.
Published 1 month ago by J M Bleeck
5.0 out of 5 stars Victoria Hislop 's books are great
Knew very little about the Spanish Civil War before reading this book. Enjoyed the intrigue and romance and sorrow. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Vivienne Smith
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