Once Upon a Time in Venice - Carol Kirkwood

''Once Upon a Time in Venice'' by Carol Kirkwood, bestselling author and beloved TV presenter, is a breathtaking romantic escape set in the enchanting canals of Venice. This dazzling novel captures the glamour, mystery, and allure of one of the world’s most magical cities, where passion and secrets collide under the glow of Venetian masks and starlit skies.

The story follows three intertwining lives:

• Gina Bellini, swept away by a masked stranger during the Venice carnival, only to lose him in the night.
• Issy Roberts, assistant to Hollywood’s brightest star, who risks everything as her shocking lies threaten to unravel.
• Lucia De Santis, an opera diva whose fame hides her relentless pursuit of desire at any cost.
• As their fates converge in Venice, the city becomes a backdrop of romance, betrayal, and destiny.

Main Themes of the Book

• Love and Desire: Romance flourishes in the heart of Venice, but passion comes with risks.
• Secrets and Lies: Hidden truths threaten to upend carefully constructed lives.
• Glamour and Escapism: A journey into the world of opera, Hollywood, and Venetian carnival.
• Destiny and Choices: How chance encounters can alter the course of a life.

Why You Should Read This Book by Carol Kirkwood

• A perfect holiday or summer read, brimming with romance and mystery.
• Brings Venice vividly to life, from glittering canals to hidden alleys.
• Combines glamour, suspense, and love in a wonderfully escapist tale.
• Ideal for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley, and Rosanna Ley.
• Praised by readers as “the perfect escape” and “a book you cannot put down.”

''Once Upon a Time in Venice'' is a spellbinding romantic drama that blends the elegance of Venice with timeless themes of love, lies, and destiny. Carol Kirkwood crafts an enchanting escape that transports readers straight to the canals of Venice, offering passion, intrigue, and pure escapism. A must-read for anyone craving a glamorous, heart-stirring novel.

Reviews

• ‘Glorious escapism … I fell in love with Italy all over again!’ SANTA MONTEFIORE
• 'Soak up the glamour' PRIMA
• 'Wonderfully escapist – marvellous' ANTON DU BEKE