Title: The Olive Grove
Publisher: 3rd September 2021 by HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter
Pages: 400 pages
How I Read It: ARC book
Genre: women’s fiction, contemporary, romance
My Rating: 4 crowns
Synopsis:
A woman searching for a different future
A man desperate to escape his past
Can these two find what they are looking for on the beautiful Croatian island of Korčula?
Antonia Butler is on the brink of a life-changing decision and a job advert looking for a multilingual housekeeper at a beautifully renovated Croatian farmhouse, Vila Maslina, is one she can’t ignore.
Arriving on the tiny picturesque island of Korčula, Antonia feels a spark of hope for the first time in a long time. This is a chance to leave the past behind.
But this island, and its inhabitants, have secrets of their own and a not-too-distant past steeped in tragedy and war. None more so than Vila Maslina’s enigmatic owner Damir Maric. A young man with nothing to lose but everything to gain…
The Olive Grove was written by a new author for me in a locale I am not familiar with. Eva has delivered a fantastic story with strong characters in a beautiful part of the world - Croatia. Being both dramatic and hopeful, it's about new beginnings and second chances.
“You took a chance on me,” he said, “now I will take one on you.”
Firstly there is Antonia who finds herself at a crossroads and the courage she has to make positive changes. Secondly, is Damir who has to confront the demons from his past. Then, of course, comes Croatia, a place I don’t know a great deal of excepting the war. I believe Eva has done a wonderful job in taking her readers on a journey, making it feel as if they are there taking in all the views and sights.
A book that makes you invested in the characters and desiring a happy resolution for them all is one that is always well written. Eva’s writing allows them to be your fictional friends and you cannot help but become a part of their heart warming and uplifting journey.
‘She shrugged. It really didn’t matter. After all, as he had told her right from the start, what mattered in Croatia was the perfect cup of coffee. And a good friend to share it with.’
This review is based on a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. The quoted material may have changed in the final release.
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