The Island Retreat
Six people gather on a fabulous Greek island, each one hoping that ten days in the sun, writing their life stories, will magically fix their lives.
Rose Talisman is pinning it all on a fresh start.
Five years after her career as a tv therapist ended in one catastrophic instant, she is opening a retreat in Corfu. The understated, luxurious Villa Artemis is surrounded by wild pines and sea views.
Just six guests. One week. Time for Rose to help them face their secrets – and move forwards.
But Rose has staked everything on the retreat. It has to work – or she loses it all. And people’s secrets have a way of revealing themselves in ways no one expected.
Nobody’s past is staying hidden for long…
Will that include Rose’s, too?
‘A triumph […] vivid and wise and uplifting’ Marian Keyes
Acclaim for Cathy Kelly: -
‘Poignant and powerful, this is a fabulous read’ Milly Johnson -
‘A wonderful entertaining story with characters we recognise and really root for. I absolutely loved this’ Katie Fforde -
‘Cathy at her absolute best … Wonderful realistic women trying to forge their way in an upbeat story where dark clouds give way to sunshine. Perfect to curl up with’ Rachel Hore -
‘I gulped Sisterhood down. Every woman reading this multi-layered story of the sisters and the manner in which they deal with their separate crises will feel a shudder of recognition …such a compulsive and exhilarating read’ Elizabeth Buchan -
‘Vibrant characters, terrific plot and full of heart and wisdom, this is Cathy Kelly at her absolute best. Utterly engrossing and unputdownable’ Patricia Scanlan -
'A burst of Sicilian sunshine … Cathy writes from the heart with great warmth and sincerity' Erica James -
‘A beautiful, tender story of family, lies, secrets and the power of sisterhood. A perfect book to curl up by the fire and escape with. I read it in one sitting’ SINÉAD MORIARTY -
'A wonderfully entertaining novel […] which moves at a brisk pace, posing serious questions about relationships, trust, honesty. A sort of coming-of-age novel for the middle-aged woman. Highly recommended' IRISH EXAMINER -
'Another rollercoaster of an emotional journey' WOMAN'S OWN -
'This is a gorgeous book full of emotion that explores themes of family, ageing and unconditional love' MY WEEKLY -
'A heartwarming journey' BEST -
'A warm-hearted and poignant story about families, identity and the complexities of having a sibling' WOMAN'S WEEKLY -