Published by Simon & Schuster 2016
THE LIBERATION is the story of a devastated country and a woman with one chance to save herself. It is set in Italy in 1945 as British and American troops attempt to bring order to the post-war ruins of a shattered country and Italy’s population fights to survive. Caterina Lombardi is desperate – her father is dead, her mother has disappeared and her brother is being drawn towards danger. One morning, among the ruins of the bombed Naples streets, Caterina is forced to go to extreme lengths to protect her own life and in doing so forges a future in which she must clear her father’s name. An Allied Army officer accuses him of treason and Caterina discovers a plot against her family. Who can she trust and who is the real enemy now? And will the secrets of the past be her downfall?
So many secrets. So many lies. Danger pursues Caterina as she untangles the web of deceit. In a violent confrontation in the ancient Roman tunnels beneath the streets of Naples, she finally uncovers the truth about her family in this powerful story of Italian love and vengeance.
REVIEWS of THE LIBERATION
‘Furnivall’s plot is a cracker – full of violent twists as Caterina struggles to stay alive and honest in a sad and desperate Italy.’ THE TIMES
‘A powerful twisting story of love and violence set in post-war Naples.’ THE TELEGRAPH
‘Fast moving, atmospheric and romantic, this is great escapism.’ SUNDAY MIRROR
‘Romance! Drama! Crime! An Italy torn apart by war. A compelling read, full of mystery, tension and suspense. It was totally captivating.‘ WOMAN’S WEEKLY
‘A terrific historical thriller.’ HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY
‘The Liberation is complex, captivating and so, so cleverly plotted! An AMAZING book that shouldn’t be missed!!’ MY BOOKSHELF
‘One of the best books I’ve read this year.’ SHAZ’S BOOK BLOG
‘Rich in intrigue and suspense, secrets and lies, deceit, kidnap and murder. I was hooked from the start.’ AMPERSAND BOOK REVIEWS
‘Dark and suspenseful, The Liberation will entrance and enthral you. A fabulous book.’ BEAUTY AND LACE
‘Stunning, shocking and beautifully written.’ INCY BLACK
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