The House at Zaronza: A dual-timeline tale of hidden letters and family secrets

Two women divided by a century. A tragic love story buried for four generations. A quest to unravel the past.Corsica 2010The death of Rachel's mother leaves unsolved questions about her ancestors. Will Rachel find the answers she desperately seeks on the island of Corsica, where her grandmother was born?Corsica 1900sIn a remote Corsican village, a bundle of hidden letters from the 1900s comes to light more than a hundred years later. The tale unfolds of a passionate love affair between the village school master and Maria, the daughter of a wealthy family. But Maria's parents have other plans for her future.Must Maria see her dreams crumble, or can she escape her destiny? And does she hold the key to the enigma of Rachel's ancestors?“The characters are well-drawn and believable, the storyline intriguing and fascinating, and the descriptions beautiful.” BookMuse"Emotionally powerful. Vanessa Couchman writes with intelligence and skill." Historical Novels Review*Note: the 2nd edition of The House at Zaronza has a new cover and minor editorial changes.*