Gold Letter

A cherished heirloom reveals the destinies of three generations of women in a powerful saga of lost love by the bestselling Greek author of The House by the River. Fenia Karapanos has returned to her roots in Greece and has been bequeathed her grandfather's villa in Athens. She discovers a collection of love letters hidden under the floorboards, which reveal her broken family history. Melpo, her cousin, shares more about the family's history, which upends everything Fenia believed was true about her family and could lead her to self-fulfillment and a place to call home.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 380 pages
Publication date: 25 June 2019
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

A cherished heirloom uncovers the intertwined destinies of three generations of women in a poignant saga of lost love, penned by the acclaimed Greek author of "The House by the River."

After years of navigating life in Germany, Fenia Karapanos has returned to her roots in Greece. Her estranged grandfather has left her his villa in Athens, a gesture she perceives as an apology for disowning her late mother. As Fenia embarks on restoring the property and her life, she stumbles upon a collection of love letters hidden beneath the floorboards, spanning nearly a century. Each letter unveils another fragment of her fractured family history.

However, it is Fenia's kind-hearted cousin, Melpo, who adds a deeper layer to the story. Melpo divulges all she knows—about Fenia's grandmother and mother, their elusive quests for happiness, and the intertwined families bound by betrayal, secrets, abandonment, and forbidden love. This revelation upends everything Fenia believed about her family. Yet, it also holds the potential to bring her closer to self-fulfillment and a sense of belonging.

The journey through the past, as revealed through the love letters and Melpo's insights, unfolds like a tapestry of emotions and revelations. Fenia learns about the sacrifices made by her ancestors and the resilience they exhibited in the face of adversity. She discovers the strength of family bonds, both forged and broken, and the enduring power of love.

As Fenia grapples with her newfound knowledge, she faces a pivotal decision. She must choose between embracing the truth and continuing to live in denial. But with Melpo's unwavering support, Fenia embarks on a journey of self-discovery, hoping to heal the wounds of her past and find a place where she truly belongs.

In the end, Fenia emerges stronger, more understanding, and more resilient than ever before. She has discovered the true essence of her family's history and the courage it takes to face the truth. And as she embraces her newfound sense of belonging, she knows that there is still so much more to explore, so many more stories to uncover.

This cherished heirloom serves as a testament to the enduring power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. It reminds us that even in the face of hardship and loss, there is always hope for redemption and a chance to create a new beginning.

Weight: 380g
Dimension: 209 x 138 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781542042765