{"title":"Books by Emma Cowell","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780008515874","title":"The House in the Olive Grove","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘A glorious story that celebrates the power of love’ – Bestselling author ADRIANA TRIGIANI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I adored The House in the Olive Grove. It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect’ – Bestselling author LIZ FENWICK\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWill one week in Greece change their lives for ever? Chef Maria is running a successful cookery school in her home village of Petalidi, Greece – but she is also running from the secrets of her past. Food journalist Kayla thought this was going to be just another work trip. But right before she leaves for Greece, she discovers that her whole life is built on a lie. Jewellery-maker Alessandra has always lived according to her own rules – despite what it has cost her to do so. But she has just had some devastating news. As these three very different women come together at the house in the olive grove, unlikely friendships blossom and a season of self-discovery begins. Will the sumptuous flavours, sapphire waters and golden sands of Greece give each of them the answers they so desperately seek? The breathtaking, escapist second novel from Emma Cowell, perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders love The House in the Olive Grove:‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels. The House in the Olive Grove is a glorious story that celebrates the power of love.’ – Adriana Trigiani\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Light your favourite candle, pour yourself a glass of ouzo, play Leonard Cohen’s ‘Bird on a Wire,’ and let author Emma Cowell transport you to Petalidi, Greece.’ Reader Review ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I adored The House in the Olive Grove. It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect.’ – Liz Fenwick\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A homage to Greek cooking, bee keeping and to the closeness of small communities … The book has an exceptionally strong emotional pulse.’ Reader Review ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A culinary twist, female solidarity, friendship and romance, what more does one need for a perfect summer read?’ – Nadia Marks ‘This book is food for the soul.’ Reader Review ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Evocative, compelling, moving. A glorious story.’ – Kate Frost\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I loved how beautifully Greece and the food were described – it makes you wish you were there yourself.’ Reader Review ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Sunshine and friendship, broken hearts and secrets. Cowell’s exquisite writing is as delicious as the food she describes.’ – Jennie Keer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Eloquent prose brings to life the feel of the breeze off the ocean, the enticing aroma drifting from Maria’s kitchen and the sweetness of the bees’ honey.’ Reader Review ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A sweeping novel about sisterhood, courage and new beginnings that will inspire and delight.’ – Tessa Harris ‘Cowell has written a lovely atmospheric novel that will engage and entertain you.’ Reader Review ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘The glorious setting will instantly transport you to sunnier climes!’ – My Weekly ‘A gorgeous read and a real nod to the friendships women can form.’ – Best\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43173232935090,"sku":"9780008515874","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008515874.jpg?v=1785658997"},{"product_id":"9780008624538","title":"Under the Lemon Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eCan one Greek summer heal the secrets of the past?                                Could discovering a family secret encourage Kat to follow her heart?          Shattered by the sudden loss of her twin, Nik, Kat is lost in grief. The comfort of family feels both soothing and suffocating, but everything changes when she inherits a house on the breathtaking Greek island of Agistri from a mysterious uncle she’s never met.             Arriving on Agistri, Kat is mesmerized by its crystalline waters, lush pine forests, and the citrus-scented air. Among the white-washed houses and warm, welcoming locals, she begins to feel her heart heal. The island offers more than solace, sparking courage in Kat to face her loss — and maybe even embrace the spark of unexpected love…          But as she unearths her family’s buried past, Kat must also confront her own fears of belonging, forgiveness — and the possibility of rediscovering happiness in the shadow of heartbreak…                      This soul-stirring novel from Emma Cowell, perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan, offers an unforgettable journey of healing, heritage, and the hope that blooms under the Grecian sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAUTHORS LOVE UNDER THE LEMON TREE!                    ‘Emma Cowell is a masterful storyteller of sun-drenched, heartfelt, glorious stories. In Under the Lemon Tree, you will bask in the Grecian sun in a novel of pure escape. Kat navigates the path of grief and as she heals, secrets are revealed that will change the course of her life. Delicious. Luscious. The perfect summer read!’ – Adriana Trigiani          'Move over Victoria Hislop, Under the Lemon Tree seals Emma Cowell’s place as mistress of the Greek romantic novel. This book has all the elements for a bestselling summer romance.' – Eva Glyn          'Beautiful, emotional and uplifting escapism with an exquisitely vivid Greek island setting. Utter bliss.' – Alex Brown          ‘I was engrossed, hanging on to every word, and so impressed by Under the Lemon Tree that I will be recommending it to all my friends.’ – Patricia Wilson          'A life-affirming and captivating story. A delightful read.’ – Kate Frost          'A compelling journey of healing and family secrets. It evokes Greece through Cowell’s beautiful descriptions of food and family life.’ – Francesca Catlow          'Cowell's beautiful descriptions are so vivid, you are practically breathing in the Agistri air and eating the incredible Greek food. A stunning five star read and an absolute triumph.' – Jenni Keer          ‘Under the Lemon Tree is one of those novels that stayed with me long after I finished reading the last page… A beautiful uplifting love story, full of secrets, emotion and hope, set against the backdrop of a gorgeous Greek island.’ – Jan Baynham          ‘Absolutely enchanting. I could feel the Greek sun kissing my skin as tenderly as the story warmed my heart.’ – Kate Glanville                      READERS LOVE UNDER THE LEMON TREE!                    'A delicious romantic summer story, with wonderful sounding food, a feisty interesting heroine and relatable family dynamics. I loved it.' ★★★★★ NetGalley review          'I was utterly immersed in the story, the beautiful setting and the engaging characters… An entertaining, emotive, enjoyable read.' ★★★★★ NetGalley review          'I really enjoyed this book – the Greek setting was lovely and the writing and characters felt very authentic.' ★★★★★ NetGalley review                      Readers and authors LOVE Emma Cowell:                    ‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels’ – Adriana Trigiani          ‘I adored The House in the Olive Grove. It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect.’ – Liz Fenwick          ‘This book is food for the soul.’ Reader Review ★★★★★          ‘Evocative, compelling, moving. A glorious story’ – Kate Frost          ‘Makes you wish you were there’ Reader Review ★★★★★          ‘A sweeping novel about sisterhood, courage and new beginnings that will inspire and delight’ – Tessa Harris          ‘A lovely atmospheric novel that will engage and entertain you’ Reader Review ★★★★★          ‘The glorious setting will instantly transport you to sunnier climes!’ – My Weekly          ‘A gorgeous read’ – Best\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55205954060661,"sku":"9780008624538","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008624538.jpg?v=1785658531"},{"product_id":"9780008624521","title":"The Island Love Song","description":"\u003cp\u003eEscape to the beautiful Greek Island of Hydra with this moving novel, filled with family secrets and romanceEmma Cowell, author of THE HOUSE IN THE OLIVE GROVE, returns with her brand new, emotional and romantic novel set on an idyllic Greek Island.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHydra, the picturesque Greek island, is a paradise for most, yet for sisters Ella and Georgia, it is a place where their darkest secrets dwell. And now the time has come for them to confront their past as they return to Greece to scatter their mother’s ashes. Ella is haunted by a love song that was written for her by the man who broke her heart years earlier and she longs to find peace so she can move on with her life. Georgia pretends everything in her life is perfect, but she is plagued with guilt. If what she’s kept hidden for decades was revealed, their family would never be the same again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe island is urging the sisters to confront the truth, but can they build a future on the ruins of their past?Readers love Emma Cowell:‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels’ – Adriana Trigiani\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I adored The House in the Olive Grove. It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect.’ – Liz Fenwick\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘This book is food for the soul.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Evocative, compelling, moving. A glorious story’ – Kate Frost\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Makes you wish you were there’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Sunshine and friendship, broken hearts and secrets. Cowell’s exquisite writing is delicious’ – Jennie Keer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A sweeping novel about sisterhood, courage and new beginnings that will inspire and delight’ – Tessa Harris\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A lovely atmospheric novel that will engage and entertain you’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘The glorious setting will instantly transport you to sunnier climes!’ – My Weekly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A gorgeous read’ – Best\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56221820486005,"sku":"9780008624521","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008624521_f2068348-8697-4c9f-a31e-e47f8be8c0b3.jpg?v=1785658530"},{"product_id":"9780008515843","title":"One Last Letter from Greece","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘Grab a copy and a box of tissues ASAP – simply beautiful’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘My summer read of the year! Absolute perfection’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Wow…there are still tears in my eyes!’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Will walking in her mother’s footsteps help Sophie discover who she was meant to be all along…? Devastated by her mother’s death, Sophie longs to get away from an empty house full of memories and a life that hasn’t quite turned out as she had imagined. So when a chance discovery among her mother’s belongings hints at a past Sophie knows nothing of, she jumps at the opportunity for escape and a chance to heal. The magical, idyllic Greek town of Methoni awaits… But Sophie – determined to uncover her mother’s secrets – is about to discover so much more. Among the tranquil waters and cosy tavernas, Methoni’s locals offer Sophie the answers she craves, along with unexpected romance and, if she’ll take it, a chance at her own happiness… The breathtaking, escapist debut novel from Emma Cowell, perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for One Last Letter from Greece:‘This book made me cry (a lot)! A gorgeous read I can’t recommend enough!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A compelling and tender story, beautifully told by an exciting new voice’ Santa Montefiore ‘I’m in love with this story – I couldn’t stop reading’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Emma’s written a beauty’ Peter Andre\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘This book has it all…romance, forbidden love, highs, lows, a great setting and a happy ever after. An easy 5 star read from me’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Emma Cowell tells an emotional, gripping tale about family secrets, love and loss’ Adriana Trigiani ‘Gripping…heartbreaking…simply wonderful’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘An emotional rollercoaster. I fell in love with Theo and with Methoni which sounds so beautiful. Such an emotive tale of love and loss’ Rosanna Ley\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Your perfect summer escape guaranteed!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A delicious slice of Greek life. A beautiful love story. A lovely tribute to a mother's love’ Jo Thomas\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56311516266869,"sku":"9780008515843","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008515843_f27286f3-a000-468f-b642-399ff0a08e58.jpg?v=1785658995"},{"product_id":"9780008763152","title":"Beneath the Orange Blossom","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Oh my heart, I wasn’t not expecting that… that twist. My heart just broke… The tears just came rolling out. Ugh, so emotional!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lost love. A devastating secret. And a summer that could change everything…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo years on from her husband’s death, dressmaker Ellen is learning how to live again and put memories of a difficult marriage behind her. However, never far from her mind is another memory: Alexandros, her first love from the summer she turned eighteen. The moment she'd arrived in his hometown of Kardamyli in Greece, Ellen had been intoxicated by the scent of orange blossom in the air, the days of endless sunshine and sparkling azure waters – but most of all by Alexandros himself. They were meant to be, until a devastating secret forced Ellen to leave and never look back… But now, when her best friend suggests they recreate their teenage summer in Greece, Ellen knows it’s time to confront her past. Will Greece give her the freedom – and happiness – she desperately craves? And there, amidst the lush olive groves, could she rediscover the love she thought she’d lost forever?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gloriously escapist and emotional read set under the Grecian sun. Fans of Karen Swan, Victoria Hislop and Carol Kirkwood will love this unforgettable tale of sisterhood, hope and second chances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour favourite authors LOVE Beneath the Orange Blossom!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘An evocative, romantic and deeply sensuous read. Wonderful escapism' Santa Montefiore ‘Fragrant and fabulous, brimming with tender romance and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe perfect book for summer’ Milly Johnson\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A sun-drenched romance that lifts the spirits. I loved every moment of this story of lost love, friendship, and second chances!' 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The perfect summer read!’ – Adriana Trigiani          'Move over Victoria Hislop, Under the Lemon Tree seals Emma Cowell’s place as mistress of the Greek romantic novel. This book has all the elements for a bestselling summer romance.' – Eva Glyn          'Beautiful, emotional and uplifting escapism with an exquisitely vivid Greek island setting. Utter bliss.' – Alex Brown          ‘I was engrossed, hanging on to every word, and so impressed by Under the Lemon Tree that I will be recommending it to all my friends.’ – Patricia Wilson          'A life-affirming and captivating story. A delightful read.’ – Kate Frost          'A compelling journey of healing and family secrets. It evokes Greece through Cowell’s beautiful descriptions of food and family life.’ – Francesca Catlow          'Cowell's beautiful descriptions are so vivid, you are practically breathing in the Agistri air and eating the incredible Greek food. A stunning five star read and an absolute triumph.' – Jenni Keer          ‘Under the Lemon Tree is one of those novels that stayed with me long after I finished reading the last page… A beautiful uplifting love story, full of secrets, emotion and hope, set against the backdrop of a gorgeous Greek island.’ – Jan Baynham          ‘Absolutely enchanting. I could feel the Greek sun kissing my skin as tenderly as the story warmed my heart.’ – Kate Glanville          'A delicious romantic summer story, with wonderful sounding food, a feisty interesting heroine and relatable family dynamics. 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