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The Summer House [Hardcover]

Santa Montefiore (Author)
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Book Description

Release Date: 19 July 2012
From the author of the bestselling THE HOUSE BY THE SEA:

Antoinette's world has fallen apart-- her husband, the man she has loved for as long as she can remember, has died tragically in an accident. He was her rock, the man she turned to for love and support, the man she knew better than she knew herself. Or at least so she thought...For as she arrives at the familiar old stone church for George's funeral, she sees a woman she has never met before. And in that instant, the day she thought would close a door on the past becomes the day that everything she has ever known is turned upside down. Phaedra loved George too, and she could not bear to stay away from his funeral. She only recently came to know him, but their bond was stronger than any she has ever felt before. As she sits before his wife, she knows that what she is about to reveal will change all their lives forever. Sometimes it takes a tragedy to reveal the truth. But what if the truth is harder to bear than the tragedy...?
This book is published in the US under a different title, which is The Girl From Paris

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Product details

  • Hardcover: 464 pages
  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK (19 July 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1847379273
  • ISBN-13: 978-1847379276
  • Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.4 x 4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 52,374 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'When the mysterious Phaedra arrives at George Fairfield's funeral, his family wonder who she is and why they've never met her before. Then George's widow, Antoinette, begins to renovate the dilapidated folly in the grounds of the house, unaware that this will unearth secret loves and trials that have remained hidden for years' (Weight Watchers magazine)

'A gripping romance... It is as believable as the writing is beautiful' (Daily Telegraph)

'Santa Montefiore is the new Rosamunde Pilcher' (Daily Mail)

'A superb storyteller of love and death in romantic places in fascinating times' (Plum Sykes, Vogue)

'Antoinette thinks she knows her husband George better than she knows herself and is devastated when he is killed in an accident. So imagine her shock when a mysterious stranger turns up at his funeral and announces she's an important person from his past. Readers will be instantly drawn into this fab novel about the upper class.' --(Star Magazine)

About the Author

Born in England in 1970, Santa Montefiore grew up in Hampshire. She is married to historian Simon Sebag Montefiore. They live with their two children, Lily and Sasha, in London. Visit her at www.santamontefiore.co.uk and sign up for her newsletter.

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44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Love's Folly 19 July 2012
By ACB (swansea) TOP 50 REVIEWER
Format:Hardcover
Santa Montefiore has written a beautifully constructed novel set in Hampshire, 2012. The opening chapter is typical of the author's wonderful prose that permeates the book. Fairfield Park is a grand Jacobean mansion set in idyllic surroundings. High on a hill above the house is a run-down folly (summer house) covered with ivy and moss that holds secrets and has panoramic views over the estate. The mood is mournful. The funeral of the Lord of the manor, George Frampton, is about to take place. He died in a skiing accident ten days earlier, in Switzerland, aged 58. Lord Frampton's wife, Antoinette, is overwhelmed with grief at the sudden loss of her beloved husband of many years. She was a young debutante in the 70's when she met George, a charming, handsome man and something of a flamboyant, adventurer and entrepreneur.

Antoinette has three sons, laid-back David,(the farm manager), Joshua (married to pushy Roberta) who is making money in London, and wandering and wild Tom who runs a night club in London. George was the only son of Margaret, a self-confessed 'sourpuss' who rules the roost and has a hostile relationship with Antoinette and her sister Rosamunde. At the church service, the eldest son David (aged 29) is familiar with those present except for one person who stands out and catches his eye. She is a young attractive woman with captivating grey/blue eyes and blond curly hair. They exchange glances and she gives a faint smile of recognition to David. This mystery woman turns out to be named Phaedra Chancellor who is seated next to George's longstanding and trusted austere lawyer, Julius Beecher.

Phaedra has a wisdom and depth that belies her age but also revelations that have profound and life-changing effects on the Frampton clan that are expertly portrayed in the author's narrative. It would not be fair to reveal further other than to say the events are engaging and intriguing. Montefiore's scenic descriptions and character development with the protagonists' interactions are so graphic that I found myself almost part of the story. The interest continues until the epilogue after further skeletons are uncovered.

This really is a captivating study of a family and their proceedings and is an exquisite, absorbing and enjoyable read. I had to keep going (not difficult) until the conclusion and would hope it receives a wide, deserved readership.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Summer House 28 July 2012
By J. Hart
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As usual Santa has come up with the goods - from the first page until - far too quickly the last- was engrossed - not only with the storyline but a way of life and a culture I was unaware of - not only a good read and education to boot! but like all of her books they are long awaited and then over fat to fast - keep it up Santa write more quickly and more often!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Two words sum up this book, predictable and bland.... 6 Oct 2012
By Sallyanne
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I have read several books by this author, but this is, by far, the most disappointing. From quite early on in the book, it was obvious where the story was going, main characters were weak, and story generally dull, with no surprises, as mentioned above, predictable.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
As always Santa knows how to write a beautiful story that you can get lost in I tried hard to keep it for my holiday read but failed :)
Published 22 hours ago by gilly
5.0 out of 5 stars Can't put it down!
Not quite finished the book, but its a great read with twists and turns, thoroughly enjoying it, a great book for a light hearted holiday read, would recommend.
Published 1 day ago by Mrs. J. Liddiard
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Summer Read.
I loved this book and would reccomend it and her other book... House by the Sea.
Good for your holiday read.
Published 14 days ago by Brown Eyed Girl
5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL !!
I adored this lovley novel - Santa Montefiore is a wonderful author and you can get totally lost in the areas written about along with the characters
Published 1 month ago by Deborah
4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable read
Having finished a Tudor history novel, I selected The Summer House for a 'lighter' read. I enjoy Montefiore's evocative descriptions of places in particular. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bev
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
This was my first book by Santa. It is beautiful, and I couldn't put it down. The descriptions made you feel that you were really there. I am now hooked. It is well worth a read.
Published 2 months ago by sally blake
5.0 out of 5 stars engaging i loved it
This was my first read of Montefiore but I have already another. I found the summer house engaging with a story that twisted and entwined stories separated by the decades. Read more
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A truly beautiful read. From the moment I started to read this book I was completely absorbed by it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by kimi
5.0 out of 5 stars Reliably excellent
Santa Montefiore never fails to deliver - I am so delighted to have found her as an author! As ever, her characters feel like old friends by the end of the book - none of them... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Fin
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I am a great fan of this author and always pre order any new books. This particular book was extremely well written as usual and I thoroughly enjoyed it
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