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Summary:
From award-winning author Siobhan Daiko, comes a hauntingly epic read that will sweep you away to the beauty of the Italian Riviera. A story of heart-wrenching loss, uplifting courage, and secrets untold. When Gina Bianchi returns to the beautiful Italian resort of Portofino to attend her father's funeral, she is beset by vivid memories of World War 2, when she joined the Resistance, alongside her identical twin sister, Adele. In her childhood bedroom, Gina reads Adele's diary, left behind during the war. As Gina learns the shocking truth about her sister, she's compelled to face the harsh realities of her own past. For readers of Rhys Bowen, Fiona Valpy, and Victoria Hislop.What real readers are saying about The Girl from Portofino: "I was totally blown away." Netgalley reviewer "If you are after quality historical fiction, this author is someone whose books you should be reading." Goodreads reviewer "The writing was really good with well developed characters and a great storyline." Netgalley reviewer
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