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The House of Hidden Letters
  • Published: 26 April 2026
  • ISBN: 9781804957868
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 464
  • RRP: $26.00

The House of Hidden Letters

  • Izzy Broom
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12 Feb 2026
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26 Apr 2026
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A sweeping and evocative dual-timeline novel set on a tiny Greek island. Perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Victoria Hislop and Karen Swan.

For sale: Greek cottage. Price: One Euro.

Skye doesn’t make impulsive decisions. But when she sees a derelict Greek cottage for sale by lottery, she enters with dreams of a fresh start.

However, her heart sinks as she pushes open the tattered blue door weeks later. Can this wreck ever be her home?

Then Skye finds a bundle of letters hidden in the fireplace, their faded pages drawing her in with a story of long-forgotten love, tragedy, and unbelievable bravery.

But all the while, Skye’s own past is circling. No matter how far she goes, fate is never far behind…

This gorgeously sweeping, escapist dual-timeline novel is perfect for fans of Karen Swan, Victoria Hislop and Lucinda Riley.

‘Absolutely loved it… Engaging characters, evocative setting, emotional journey. I was captivated from the first page to the last!’ Cathy Bramley

‘Whisk away to Greece… the perfect escapist read.’ Veronica Henry

‘Atmospheric, romantic and mysterious... You can smell the lemons… gorgeous, immersive – perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop.’ Cesca Major

'A gorgeous, sun-soaked treat.' Sarah Morgan

'Gorgeous... the perfect holiday read... Loved it.' Liz Fenwick

'Rich and intoxicating... Brimming with authentic Greek heart and soul' Louise Candlish

'Suffused with warmth and light... a gorgeous and evocative tale of love, loss – and unexpected friendships. I was transported utterly to the sun-drenched shores of Folegandros. Pure and blissful escapism.' Lucy Clarke

'Captivating and beautiful, I completely adored it!... a sparkling gem of a story.' Debbie Howells

'Dazzling.' Vaseem Khan

'Completely captivating and utterly enchanting... truly timeless.' Daisy Buchanan

'Gripping and emotional... rich as the best souvlaki... Enjoy!' Milly Johnson

‘Absorbing, beautiful and devastating. A moving story of love and loss, of courage and kindness, of how the light of hope will shine through the darkest of times. I loved every page.’ Chris Whitaker

'Compelling and captivating, this is the perfect holiday read.' Kate Gray

'Terrific... joyous page-turner... a really delightful read.' Jane Johnson

‘Rich, lush and evocative… When you can’t escape to a Greek island in reality, reading Izzy Broom is the next best thing… Glorious.’ Kate Thompson

‘Wonderful... I loved this beautiful book.' KL Slater
  • Published: 26 April 2026
  • ISBN: 9781804957868
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 464
  • RRP: $26.00
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Praise for The House of Hidden Letters

'Gripping and emotional... rich as the best souvlaki... Enjoy!'

Milly Johnson

'Completely captivating and utterly enchanting... truly timeless.'

Daisy Buchanan

‘Absorbing, beautiful and devastating. A moving story of love and loss, of courage and kindness, of how the light of hope will shine through the darkest of times. I loved every page.’

Chris Whitaker

'Terrific... joyous page-turner... a really delightful read.'

Jane Johnson

‘Rich, lush and evocative… When you can’t escape to a Greek island in reality, reading Izzy Broom is the next best thing… Glorious.’

Kate Thompson

‘Absolutely loved it… Engaging characters, evocative setting, emotional journey. I was captivated from the first page to the last!’

Cathy Bramley

‘Hidden secrets bubble cathartically to the surface beneath the Greek sun in a wonderfully human story intertwining past and present to dazzling effect.’

Vaseem Khan

‘Whisk away to Greece… the perfect escapist read.’

Veronica Henry

‘Atmospheric, romantic and mysterious... perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop.’

Cesca Major

A gorgeous Greek escape full of happiness and history that will capture your heart. I adored it.

Alex Brown

[A] rich, evocative tale of courage and hope. Atmospheric, moving, captivating.

Amanda Jennings

A completely page-turning, immersive dual timeline story with a wonderful cast of characters and a ton of intrigue.

Tracy Rees

'It’s wonderful. A heavenly slice of Greek life.’

Emma Cowell

‘Gorgeous and evocative – I loved it.’

Fiona Cummins

'The forgotten island of Folegandros is the blue-skied, sun-drenched backdrop to this gorgeously romantic and poignant story. Getting lost in it was such a wonderful tonic that I didn't want to reach the last page.'

Kate Reardon

A joy from start to finish. Reading it, I felt like I was back on one of my favourite Greek islands. The House of Hidden Letters takes you on a journey full of romance, magic and mystery - and I highly recommend you take the trip.

Alex Michaelides