'A perfect marriage of deep romance and gently observed social comedy . . . It is flawless. I cannot imagine this book not making your heart swoon and your day brighter' - Jenny Colgan, author of Meet Me at the Cupcake Café The Morning Gift by award-winner Eva Ibbotson is a modern classic of unexpected love, independence and belonging during World War II. 'Sophisticated, brilliantly plotted and gloriously funny' - Amanda Craig, Guardian Spring 1938: as Hitler marches into Austria, Ruth Berger's family is forced to flee, but a devastating misunderstanding leaves her alone in Nazi-occupied Vienna. There is no hope of escape until a chance meeting with an old family friend, Quinton Somerville, offers her refuge through a marriage of convenience. On arrival in London, Ruth and Quin find that dissolving their marriage is not as simple as they had thought, nor is keeping it secret. As war approaches, how will Ruth start a new life if she is not able to break away from the past?
Eva Ibbotson
Eva Ibbotson was a British author known for her novel "Journey to the River Sea," blending adventure and romance with vivid settings. Her timeless stories captivated readers with their rich character development and enchanting storytelling. Ibbotson's works continue to inspire readers of all ages with their whimsical and heartwarming tales.
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