Lucinda Riley

Taivaat sytyttävä tähdenlentoSärkynyt sävel on Lucinda Rileyn pakahduttava lukuromaani täynnä suurta rakkautta, murtuneita unelmia ja tuhoisia salaisuuksia.Con Daly ja Sorcha O'Donovan rakastuvat teini-ikäisinä pienessä irlantilaisessa kotikaupungissaan Ballymoressa. Con on lahjakas laulaja, joka päättää lähteä Lontooseen ryhtyäkseen ammattimuusikoksi. Sorcha seuraa mukana, ja vaikka rahat ovat vähissä ja tulevaisuus epävarma, rakkaus ja unelmat kannattelevat.Alkuvaikeuksien jälkeen Conin ura lähtee nousukiitoon ja Sorcha löytää paikkansa muodin maailmassa. Menestyksen hinta on kuitenkin suuri. Lopulta äärimmäinen tragedia horjuttaa koko elämää, ja kun Con tekee paluun areenoille 1980-luvulla, mikään ei ole ennallaan.Maailmanlaajuisesti rakastetun tarinankertojan Lucinda Rileyn Särkynyt sävel henkii 1960-luvun Lontoon muotia ja musiikkia, kohtalokasta rakkautta ja salaisuuksia, jotka paljastavat menneisyyden katkerat kipukohdat. Särkynyt sävel julkaistiin englanniksi alun perin vuonna 1997 ja suomeksi nimellä Ilman sinua vuonna 1999. Tämän version on uudelleenkirjoittanut Rileyn poika Harry Whittaker.Irlantilaissyntyinen Lucinda Riley (1965-2021) oli taiturimainen tarinankertoja, jonka teoksia on käännetty jo lähes neljällekymmenelle kielelle ja myyty kymmeniä miljoonia kappaleita maailmanlaajuisesti. Hänet tunnetaan ympäri maailman huippusuosion saaneen Seitsemän sisarta -sarjan kirjailijana. Lisäksi Rileylta on suomennettu useita yksittäisiä romaaneja.

Rakkaus, joka piirtyi ikuisuuteenLucinda Rileyn Vangittu kauneus on taianomainen lukuromaani rakkaudesta, elämää mullistavista valinnoista ja kahden suvun yhteen kietoutuvista kohtaloista.16-vuotias Brett Cooper saapuu rapistuvaan yorkshireläiskartanoon viettämään kesää sukulaistensa hoivissa. Sukulaisten, joita hän ei ole koskaan aiemmin tavannut. Hän olisi mieluummin jossain aivan muualla, kunnes kartanon keittiöön astelee taloudenhoitajan tytär, lumoava Leah Thompson.Nuorten herkästä rakkaustarinasta alkaa uskomaton matka, joka sinkauttaa Leahin supertähteyteen ja maailman muodin pääkaupunkeihin. Brett luo uraa perheyrityksessä ja katsoo voimattomana vierestä, kun hänen isänsä kamppailee tuskallisten muistojensa kanssa. Paljastuessaan suvun tarkoin varjellut salaisuudet salpaavat hengen.Lucinda Rileyn Vangittu kauneus henkii Yorkshiren nummimaisemien tummaa dramatiikkaa ja nopeasykkeisen New Yorkin suihkuseurapiirejä. Nyt ensimmäistä kertaa suomeksi ilmestyvä romaani julkaistiin englanniksi alun perin vuonna 1998. Tämän version on uudelleenkirjoittanut Rileyn poika Harry Whittaker.Irlantilaissyntyinen Lucinda Riley (1965-2021) oli taiturimainen tarinankertoja, jonka teoksia on käännetty jo lähes neljällekymmenelle kielelle ja myyty kymmeniä miljoonia kappaleita maailmanlaajuisesti. Hänet tunnetaan ympäri maailman huippusuosion saaneen Seitsemän sisarta -sarjan kirjailijana. Lisäksi Rileyn romaaneista on suomennettu Keskiyön ruusu, Enkelipuu, Perhosten huone, Vaarallinen kirje, Oliivipuu, Italialainen tyttö, Orkideatarha, Auroran salaisuus, Kuolema sisäoppilaitoksessa ja Valo ikkunassa.

The beautiful family drama from the international bestselling author of THE MURDERS AT FLEAT HOOUSE and The Seven Sisters series'A beautiful story, brilliantly woven through generations' 5***** Reader Review'Stunning, enchanting, evocative . . . You can feel the wind in your hair' 5***** Reader Review'Takes you on a journey . . . Beautifully written' 5***** Reader Review________How did a secret from 1914 cause a century of heartache? . . .After a devastating loss, Grania Ryan returns home to Ireland and the arms of her loving family.There, she meets young Aurora while walking along the cliffs. Mysteriously drawn to her, Grania discovers that the histories of their families are strangely and deeply entwined.From a bittersweet romance in wartime London, to a troubled relationship in contemporary New York, the two families, past and present, have been entangled for a century.Can Aurora help Grania understand the past, and change her future?Haunting, intriguing and deeply moving, The Girl on the Cliff tells of the triumph of hope over loss.________Praise for Lucinda Riley'Thoroughly addictive storytelling with a moving, emotional heart' Dinah Jefferies'A brilliant page-turner' Daily Mail'An absolutely fantastic storyteller' Katherine Webb'Brilliant escapism' RedLucinda Riley, Sunday Times bestseller, January 2024

Set in the icy beauty of Norway, The Storm Sister is the second book in Lucinda Riley's spellbinding Seven Sisters series, inspired by the mythology surrounding the famous star constellation.Ally D'Aplièse is about to compete in one of the world's most perilous yacht races, when she hears the news of her adoptive father's sudden, mysterious death. Rushing back to meet her five sisters at their family home, she discovers that her father – an elusive billionaire affectionately known to his daughters as Pa Salt – has left each of them a tantalizing clue to their true heritage.Ally is in the midst of a passionate love affair, one that will change her life forever. But when her world is turned upside down once more, she decides to leave the open seas and follow the trail left by her father, which leads to the icy beauty of Norway.There, Ally begins to discover her roots – and how her story is inextricably bound to that of a talented young singer, Anna Landvik, who lived there over a hundred years before. As Ally learns more about Anna, she also begins to question who her father, Pa Salt, really was . . .The multi-million bestselling series continues with The Shadow Sister.* * *'A brilliant page-turner just soaked in glamour and romance' – Daily MailPraise for the Seven Sisters:'A masterclass in beautiful writing' – The Sun'Heart-wrenching, uplifting and utterly enthralling' – Lucy Foley, author of The Hunting Party'A breathtaking adventure' – Lancashire Evening PostFive-Star Reader Reviews:'Absolutely incredible''Totally addictive''Ideal for when you need to escape'

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Lucinda Riley’s iconic bestselling series with this stunning hardback collector’s edition – with a new foreword from Lucinda's son, Harry Whittaker, and gorgeous illustrated endpapers.The story that began it all, The Seven Sisters is an epic tale of love and loss that tells the stories of the D’Aplièse sisters, all adopted as babies by the enigmatic billionaire they affectionately call Pa Salt. This is Maia’s story. When Pa Salt dies suddenly, the bereaved sisters gather together at their childhood home, a spectacular secluded castle on the shores of Lake Geneva. Each of them is handed a tantalising clue to their heritage and Maia finds herself on a journey across the world to a crumbling mansion in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Eighty years earlier, Izabela Bonifacio’s father has aspirations for her to marry into the aristocracy. But Izabela longs for adventure, and convinces him to allow her to first travel to Paris. In the heady, vibrant streets of the city, Izabela meets an ambitious young sculptor, and knows at once that her life will never be the same again.What links these two young women? In the beautiful city of Rio, will Maia find the answers she needs to understand who she truly is?The Seven Sisters is the first book in the spellbinding Seven Sisters series, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation. It is followed by The Storm Sister.

The story that began it all . . .An epic tale of love and loss, The Seven Sisters tells the stories of the D’Aplièse sisters, all adopted as babies by the enigmatic billionaire they affectionately call Pa Salt.Celebrating the 10th anniversary, this is a dazzling paperback edition of the first novel in Lucinda Riley's iconic, beloved series. With a new foreword from Lucinda's son, Harry Whittaker, and bonus reading group material inside.This is Maia’s story. When Pa Salt dies suddenly, the bereaved sisters gather together at their childhood home, a spectacular secluded castle on the shores of Lake Geneva. Each of them is handed a tantalising clue to their heritage and Maia finds herself on a journey across the world to a crumbling mansion in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Eighty years earlier, Izabela Bonifacio’s father has aspirations for her to marry into the aristocracy. But Izabela longs for adventure, and convinces him to allow her to first travel to Paris. In the heady, vibrant streets of the city, Izabela meets an ambitious young sculptor, and knows at once that her life will never be the same again.What links these two young women? In the beautiful city of Rio, will Maia find the answers she needs to understand who she truly is?The Seven Sisters is the first book in the spellbinding Seven Sisters series, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation. It is followed by The Storm Sister.

The Italian Girl is an intoxicating tale of passion and destiny, from Lucinda Riley, #1 bestselling author of the Seven Sisters series. Nothing sings as sweetly as love, or burns quite like betrayal . . . Rosanna Menici is just a girl when she meets Roberto Rossini – the man who will change her life forever. In the years that follow, their destinies become bound together, both by their extraordinary talents as opera singers, and by their enduring, obsessive love.Their passion will ultimately affect the lives of all those closest to them. For, as Rosanna slowly discovers, their union is haunted by irreversible events of the past . . .** A version of this story has previously been published under the title Aria, under the name Lucinda Edmonds – now extensively rewritten as The Italian Girl. **

From the No. 1 internationally bestselling author of THE MURDERS AT FLEAT HOUSE & The Seven Sisters series comes a romantic and moving page-turner which sweeps from war-torn Europe to Thailand and back again . . .'Heavenly . . . This will stay with me' 5***** Reader Review'Atmospheric, heart-rending and multi-layered' Grazia'The settings are described so vividly. Totally captivating' 5***** Reader Review________ Julia Forrester has many happy memories of a childhood spent at Wharton Park, playing amongst the exotic flowers her grandad cared for. Now, recovering from a family tragedy, she seeks comfort once more at Wharton Park, newly inherited by the charismatic Kit Crawford, with a sad story of his own. But when an old diary is found during renovation work, the pair turn to Julia's grandmother to hear the truth about the love affair that changed Wharton Park's fortunes all those years ago . . .Taking you on a captivating journey through time and place, Hothouse Flower is a moving story of love, heartbreak and hope.________ Praise for Lucinda Riley: 'Thoroughly addictive storytelling with a moving, emotional heart' Dinah Jeffries 'Brilliant escapism' Red Outside the UK, this book is published under the title The Orchid House

Return to the world of The Seven Sisters, Lucinda Riley’s spellbinding eight-book series, with The Seven Sisters Puzzle Book. Discover the stories of the D’Aplièse sisters, all adopted as babies by the enigmatic billionaire they affectionately call Pa Salt. Inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation, The Seven Sisters series follows each sister as they embark on journeys around the world, unravelling family secrets and the mystery of their hidden pasts.Now, escape to this magical world through a new lens filled with quiz questions, brain teasers, and intriguing stories. Whether you are a devoted fan of the series or new to Lucinda Riley’s enchanting universe, this puzzle book offers a fun and immersive experience for all. Get ready to challenge your mind and relive the unforgettable adventures of The Seven Sisters.Based on Books 1-4 of The Seven Sisters series.

The Murders at Fleat House is a suspenseful and utterly compelling crime novel from the author of the multimillion-selling The Seven Sisters series, Lucinda Riley. The sudden death of a pupil in Fleat House at St Stephen's - a small private boarding school in deepest Norfolk - is a shocking event that the principal is very keen to call a tragic accident. But the local police cannot rule out foul play and the case prompts the return of high-flying Detective Inspector Jazmine 'Jazz' Hunter to the force. Jazz has her own private reasons for stepping away from her police career in London, and reluctantly agrees to front the investigation as a favor to her old boss. Reunited with her loyal sergeant Alistair Miles, she enters the closed world of the school, and as Jazz begins to probe the circumstances surrounding Charlie Cavendish's tragic death, events are soon to take another troubling turn. Charlie is exposed as an arrogant bully, and those around him had both motive and opportunity to switch the drugs he took daily to control his epilepsy. As staff at the school close ranks, the disappearance of young pupil Rory Millar and the death of an elderly classics master provide Jazz with important leads, but are destined to complicate the investigation further. As snow covers the landscape and another suspect goes missing, Jazz must also confront her personal demons . . . Then, a particularly grim discovery at the school makes this the most challenging murder investigation of her career. Because Fleat House hides secrets darker than even Jazz could ever have imagined . . .

Scandal. Love. Murder. When Sir James Harrison, one of the greatest actors of his generation, passes away at the age of ninety-five, he leaves behind not just a heartbroken family, but also a secret so shocking, so devastating, that it could rock the British Establishment to its core . . . Joanna Haslam is an ambitious young journalist, assigned to cover the legendary actor’s funeral. The biggest icons of the celebrity world are in attendance. But Joanna stumbles on something dark beneath the glamour: the mention of a letter James Harrison has left behind, the contents of which others have been desperate to conceal for over seventy years. As she peels back the veil of lies that have shrouded the secret, she realises that she’s close to uncovering something deadly serious. But someone is on her tracks, and they’ll stop at nothing to reach the letter before she does . . . Praise for Lucinda Riley: ‘Complex characters and a fast-paced plot’ Sunday Express ‘Plenty of twists, flashbacks, and a dash of romance keep the suspense high’ Booklist ‘A brilliant page-turner’ Daily Mail

Note to readers: In the UK, this book is published under the title The Love Letter. "Plenty of twists, flashbacks, and a dash of romance keep the suspense high. For anyone looking for a dose of palace intrigue or upper-crust scandal, Riley's latest novel delivers on both counts." --Booklist "Chock full of shocking...this gripping novel is sure to keep Riley's fans and new readers alike turning pages." --Publishers Weekly "Fans of mystery, royal family intrigue, and even romance will enjoy this novel." --Columbia Missourian In this suspenseful and heart-pounding novel from New York Times bestselling author Lucinda Riley, an ambitious young journalist unravels a dangerous mystery that threatens to devastate the British monarchy. Keeping secrets is a dangerous game. When Sir James Harrison, one the greatest actors of his generation, passes away at the age of ninety-five, he leaves behind not just a heartbroken family but also a secret so shocking, it could rock the English establishment to its core. Joanna Haslam, an up-and-coming reporter, is assigned to cover the legendary actor's funeral, attended by glitzy celebrities of every background. But Joanna stumbles on something dark beneath the glamour: the mention of a letter James Harrison has left behind--the contents of which many have been desperate to keep concealed for over seventy years. As she peels back the veil of lies that has shrouded the secret, she realizes that she's close to uncovering something deadly serious--and the royal family may be implicated. Before long, someone is on her tracks, attempting to prevent her from discovering the truth. And they'll stop at nothing to reach the letter before she does. Full of salacious scandal, shocking twists, and captivating romance, and written in Lucinda Riley's signature "vividly drawn and lushly atmospheric" (RT Book Reviews) prose, The Royal Secret is "a full-throttle escapist adventure" (Lancashire Evening Post).

The truth lies in her forgotten past . . .The Angel Tree is a powerful story of family mysteries and forgotten pasts, from Lucinda Riley, international bestselling author of The Seven Sisters series.Thirty years have passed since Greta left Marchmont Hall, a grand and beautiful house nestled in the hills of rural Wales. But after a tragic accident, more than two decades of her life have vanished from memory. When she returns to the Hall for Christmas, she has no recollection of her past there.Then, during a walk through the wintry landscape, Greta stumbles across a grave in the woods. Though the inscription is weathered, the headstone still tells her: a little boy is buried here.The discovery strikes a chord in Greta's mind, igniting a quest to recover her lost memories. A quest that will take her deeper into her own life, and that of her daughter . . .

Unlocking the past is the key to the future . . .From Lucinda Riley, the international bestselling author of The Seven Sisters series, The Light Behind the Window is a breathtaking historical romance about love, war and, above all, forgiveness.South of France, present day.After the death of her glamorous, distant mother, Emilie de la Martiniéres finds herself alone in the world – and sole inheritor of her grand childhood home. A notebook of poems leads her to search for the mysterious and beautiful Sophia, whose tragic love affair changed the course of her family history. As Emilie unravels Sophia's story, she embarks on a journey of discovery, realizing that the château may provide clues to her own difficult past.Paris, 1943.Constance Carruthers, a young office clerk for MI5, is drafted into a special operations team, arriving in occupied Paris during the climax of the conflict. Separated from her contact in France, she stumbles into the heart of a wealthy family who are caught up in a deadly game of secrets and lies. Forced to surrender her identity and all ties to her homeland, Constance is drawn into a complex web of deception, the repercussions of which will affect generations to come . . .

A spellbinding tale of family secrets, sacrifice and the everlasting power of love, set across multiple time periods and around the world. From Lucinda Riley, the internationally bestselling author of the Seven Sisters series.'Captivating . . . Ideal for a book club' – Daily MailIndia, 1911. Anahita Chavan, from a noble but impoverished family, forms a lifelong friendship with the headstrong Princess Indira, the privileged daughter of Indian royalty. Becoming the princess's official companion, Anahita accompanies her friend to England just before the outbreak of the Great War. There, she meets Donald Astbury – reluctant heir to the magnificent Astbury Estate – and his scheming mother.Eighty years later. Rebecca Bradley, a young American film star, has the world at her feet. But, when her turbulent relationship takes an unexpected turn, she's relieved that her latest role, playing a 1920s debutante, will take her away from the glare of publicity to the wilds of Dartmoor, England. Shortly after filming begins at the now-crumbling Astbury Hall, Ari Malik, Anahita's great-grandson, arrives unexpectedly, on a quest to explore his family's past.As Rebecca and Ari begin to unravel the dark secrets that haunt the Astbury dynasty, what they discover will change everything . . .

An epic and transporting novel, the latest installment of the "heart-wrenching, uplifting, and utterly enthralling" (Lucy Foley, author of The Guest List) Seven Sisters series, unravelling between the dazzling streets of modern-day New York City and the breathtaking plains of 1940s colonial Kenya. Electra d'Apli se is a top model who seems to have it all: beauty, fame, and wealth. But beneath the glittery veneer, she's cracking under all the pressure. When her father dies, she turns to alcohol and drugs to ease the pain. As friends and colleagues fear for her health, Electra receives a shocking letter from a stranger who claims to be her grandmother. In 1939, New Yorker Cecily Huntley-Morgan arrives in Kenya's Lake Naivasha region for the exciting chance to stay with her godmother, the famous socialite Kiki Preston. But after a sheltered upbringing, she's astounded by the hedonistic antics of the other ex-pats in the infamous Happy Valley set. Cecily soon grows to love her stunning but complicated new home, and she even accepts a proposal of marriage from an enigmatic older cattle farmer. After a shocking discovery and with war looming, Cecily feels isolated and alone. Until she meets a young woman in the woods and makes her a promise that will change the course of her life forever. Featuring Lucinda Riley's "engaging and mesmerizing" (Library Journal, starred review) storytelling and filled with unforgettable and moving characters, The Sun Sister explores how love can cross seemingly impossible boundaries.

Experience the grandeur of the remote Scottish Highlands and Madrid in this USA TODAY bestselling "beautifully written...magical adventure" (Woman's World) following two women connected across time and distance as they search for the truth of their place in the world. Tiggy D'Apli se spends her days reveling in the raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands, where she works at a deer sanctuary. But when the sanctuary is forced to close, she decides to take a job as a wildlife consultant on the vast estate of the elusive and troubled Charlie Kinnaird. She has no idea that the move will not only irrevocably alter her future, but also bring her face-to-face with her past. At the estate, she meets Chilly, an elderly Romani man who fled from Spain seventy years earlier. He tells her that not only does she possess a sixth sense passed down from her ancestors, but it was foretold long ago that he would be the one to send her back home. Back in 1912, in the poor Romani community outside the city walls of Granada, Luc a Amaya-Albaycin is born. At the tender age of ten, Luc a is whisked away by her ambitious father to dance in the flamenco bars of Barcelona. And while Luc a perfects her skills--eventually becoming the greatest flamenco dancer of her generation--tensions in Spain boil over into civil war, forcing Luc a and her troupe of dancers to flee for their lives. As they travel in search of a safe haven, Luc a's long-held dream of going to New York may be in grasp. But to pursue it, she must choose between her love for her career and the man she adores. "A breathtaking adventure brimming with cruelty, tragedy, passion, and] obsession" (Lancashire Evening Post, UK), The Moon Sister follows these two women on their journey to discover their true destinies--but at the risk of potentially losing the men they had hoped to build futures with.