"If you've finally got that longed for glass of chilled Prosecco in your hand and the Mediterranean is gently lapping at your feet, now is the perfect time to read this gripping romance. Luca is staying at the haunted Palazzo of a tiny Amalfi Coast village as he recovers from a failed marriage and too many years of high-pressured moneymaking in the City. He falls in love with a mysterious woman dressed in mourning clothes and as he learns about her loss he realises that he is surrounded by the spirits of the dead, who reveal to him their long-held secrets. It is as believable as the writing is beautiful."
Sunday Telegraph, 50 best summer reads
Sunday 27th June 2009
London Life
The Italian Matchmaker
2009
‘Montefiore’s latest book, with its supernatural plotline, is a departure from her usual stuff. However, fans will be relieved that all her other ingredients are present and correct: the exotic setting, the beautiful, privileged, mildly conflicted characters and lashings of romance. A holiday read.’
Staying In
The Italian Matchmaker
2009
‘Stunning setting, compelling storyline, powerful emotions – it’s Santa Montefiore at her gloriously intoxicating best.
Spirit & Destiny
The Italian Matchmaker
2009
Five Star
‘After just a few pages, I was captivated by this fascinating and mysterious tale. The fictitious palazoo and town were described so believably I could imagein myself there, and the esoteric element brought extra excitement. I love stories that provoke emotion and The Italian Matchmaker did just that. It’d be a great book to take on holiday – especially if you’re heading for Italy.
Five Star
‘I felt transported to one of the quaintest parts of Italy by this book, which is an exceptional story of love, life and death and spirit. The sub-plots and absorbing twists made it a real page-turner. It’s extremely well-written with true emotion, and the author has clearly done her research. The message of the book is that good things can often come from bad situations. If, like me, you’re interested in life after death, you’ll find this a thought-provoking and emotional read.
Five Star
‘I was swept away by this passionate tale, and found it impossible to put down. This book has everything you could want – unrequited love, romance, death, mystery and a haunting. It’s total escapism, best enjoyed on the sofa with a frothy cappuccino.
Sunday Express
The Italian Matchmaker
2009
