by Vanessa Couchman (Author)
Two women divided by a century. A tragic story buried for four generations. A quest to unravel the truth.
Corsica 2010
The death of Rachel's mother leaves unsolved questions about her ancestors. Will Rachel find the answers she desperately seeks on the island of Corsica, where her grandmother was born?
Corsica 1900s
In a remote Corsican village, a bundle of hidden letters from the 1900s comes to light more than a hundred years later. The tale unfolds of a passionate love affair between the village school master and Maria, the daughter of a wealthy family. But Maria's parents have other plans for her future.
Must Maria see her dreams crumble, or can she escape her destiny? And does she hold the key to the enigma of Rachel's ancestors?
"The characters are well-drawn and believable, the storyline intriguing and fascinating, and the descriptions beautiful." BookMuse
"Emotionally powerful." Historical Novels Review
*The 2nd edition of The House at Zaronza has a new cover and minor editorial changes.*