Returning to the Hebridean island of Garve after 35 years, Alys falls in love with Donal, her childhood playmate. Interwoven with their story is that of Henrietta, held on an island against her will 300 years earlier. Linking the women are an enchanting embroidered curiosity cabinet, the tug of motherhood, and the island itself.
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"loved it, I was transported to the island, both the present and past stories were magical and believable. Took me ages to read as I had the kindle version on my iPad and don't resort to e-reading unless there is no alternative. If I'd had the paper version I probably would have read it in a day." — Ozone-nut/ (4 out of 5 stars)
"loved it, I was transported to the island, both the present and past stories were magical and believable. Took me ages to read as I had the kindle version on my iPad and don't resort to e-reading unless there is no alternative. If I'd had the paper version I probably would have read it in a day."
" This was a great story! I loved it! It was recommended to me and I would pass the recommendation on. I have not enjoyed a story so much as I enjoyed this one for ages. "
" Love love loved it! I am from Edinburgh & I could also smell the smells described in this book. I adored Alys & Donal & Henrietta...a beautiful read ;) "
" I really recommend this book. Lovely imagery. Nice quiet intensity to it. "
" A very enjoyable story: really heart-warming, with idyllic well-drawn settings. I read this in the depths of winter under a blanket, and the starkly sunlit Hebridean beaches were blissful... "
" I enjoyed this. An easy read for bedtime, though at times I couldn't unserstand the heroin's motives. I would have preferred a little more insight into her thoughts and feelings. Otherwise i would recommend it. "
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