The Faithless Wife

The Faithless Wife is a gripping, beautiful and surprising story of loss and love set in the stunning landscape of Menorca. Jo Eames' superb first novel explores the island's intriguing past and how war, illness and misunderstandings come back to haunt future generations.The Faithless Wife is full of passion, politics, fear and secrecy. Switching between the present day and the violence of the Spanish Civil War, it is at once beautiful, hypnotic and elegant. This bittersweet tale is a perfect beach read for those who like their holiday escapism laced with strong characters and challenging plots.