Two lost women. One Greek island. A secret that spans generations.

Kefalonia, Greece, 1953. On a sun-drenched island, Cassia defies her powerful father by falling in love with Nikos — a man her family will never accept. But their happiness is short-lived.

A catastrophic earthquake strikes, and the once-idyllic island is reduced to little more than dust and ruin.

Amid the chaos, Cassia loses almost everything. She is left with no choice but to flee the only home she has ever known, carrying a shattering secret she must never reveal.

Wales, 1973. Eleni uncovers a hidden journal among her mother’s belongings. Within its pages lies a woman's story shaped by tragedy — a story Cassia never shared, and one that might finally explain why Eleni never spoke as a child.

Driven by a need to uncover the truth about her past, Eleni travels to the now-rebuilt island. There she seeks to reveal the secrets hidden among the pastel-hued houses.

In the place where it all began, Eleni must confront the legacy of silence. Here she must make a life-altering decision that will reshape her future and finally heal her family’s past.

This breathtaking and escapist historical tale about resilience, hope and the healing power of love will sweep you away to a sun-kissed Greek island. Perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Dinah Jefferies, Santa Montefiore or Karen Swan.