The Girl from Portofino - Hardcover

by Siobhan Daiko (Author)

A compelling, emotional wartime story, from bestseller Siobhan Daiko

When Gina Bianchi returns to the beautiful Italian resort of Portofino to attend her father's funeral, she is beset by vivid memories of World War 2, when she joined the Resistance, alongside her identical twin sister, Adele.

In her childhood bedroom, Gina reads Adele's diary, left behind during the war. As Gina learns the shocking truth about her sister, she's compelled to face the harsh realities of her own past.

A hauntingly epic read that will sweep you away to the beauty of the Italian Riviera. For readers of Rhys Bowen, Fiona Valpy, and Victoria Hislop.

Praise for Siobhan Daiko:

A beautiful story with a compelling historical storyline that you won't want to put down' Ann Bennett

I was completely absorbed by ' all the characters and intrigue' Angela Petch

...like meeting an old, dear friend after a long absence. What a poignant, emotional, thoroughly enjoyable read this was! ... such beautiful prose and such a brilliant story thatcompletely transportedme.Renita D'Silva

An exciting, impeccably-researchedwartime adventure with lots of heart ... the perfect mixture of tragedy and happiness' Reader review

Apoignant and emotionally chargednovel that explores thehuman spirit's resiliencein the face of adversity and I was hooked from start to finish' Reader review

So much heartachebut alongside this the love of the people who did so much in WWII' Reader review

Apowerfulhistorical novel that I just could not put down' Reader review