Looking for the Durrells: A heartwarming, feel-good and uplifting novel bringing the Durrells back to life

Penny is on a month-long pilgrimage to Corfu, drawn into the lives of a tight-knit circle of strangers, making unexpected discoveries about the hopes, fears, and secrets of the people living there.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 05 August 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

After a year filled with heartache, including a broken engagement and the untimely passing of her beloved father, Penny yearns for escape. Fueling her childhood dream, she embarks on a month-long pilgrimage to the enchanting island of Corfu. Though she has only known it through the pages of Gerald Durrell's My Family and Other Animals, Penny eagerly immerses herself in the vibrant tapestry of this idyllic paradise.

Upon arriving on Corfu, Penny is immediately embraced by a close-knit community of strangers. With a sense of adventure, she delves into exploring the very places that the Durrells once cherished, uncovering hidden treasures and untold stories along the way. As she delves deeper into the lives of the island's residents, she makes unexpected discoveries about their hopes, fears, and deepest secrets.

In this captivating journey of self-discovery, Penny's past and present intertwine in ways that defy prediction. As strangers become friends, their lives are forever altered, creating a bond that transcends time and circumstance. Corfu becomes a sanctuary of healing and renewal, offering Penny a chance to start anew and embrace the beauty of unexpected connections.

Through her adventures on Corfu, Penny learns that sometimes the most profound connections are forged in the most unexpected places. The island becomes a testament to the power of human connection and the resilience of the human spirit. As she leaves Corfu, carrying with her the memories and lessons learned, Penny knows that she will forever be grateful for the transformative power of this extraordinary journey.

Weight: 284g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780310130451