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‘I knew in the first couple of pages that this story was going to make me cry and I was right... So emotional... I was left speechless. I absolutely loved every minute... One of the best historical fiction books I’ve read.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Italy, 1944: Stella stared at the envelope addressed to her, dated from the day of his death. With a trembling hand she opened it, tears rolling down her cheeks. She read the letter that should have made it to her years ago – the letter that had been ruthlessly stolen from her. It held his last words, and it changed everything.

1938: When Stella arrives in Italy, it’s love at first sight. She is wowed by the rolling hills dotted with olive trees, the buttermilk villas with shuttered windows and terracotta roofs that glow gloriously in the sunlight. Even the breeze holds the scent of freedom – freedom from England, where the shadow of her past haunted her.

Then there is Ted, an American journalist who is wild and mischievous, with an arrogance bordering on rude. Stella is infuriated by him – yet she cannot deny the lure of the danger and excitement he promises.

But there is something dark under the bright surface of this beautiful country, with unspeakable tragedies just around the corner. When the Nazis take control of Italy, Stella and Ted – and whatever dreams the future held for them – are ripped apart. Ted is torn away, to report from the perilous frontline. Meanwhile, Stella is paralysed with fear as screeching bombs descend, destroying everything in their wake. There is nothing left to do but sit in darkness, praying to see tomorrow.

And it seems that even in Italy, Stella’s past has found her. Somewhere in the winding streets of Florence there is a letter that will change the course of her fate. Unknown to her, it holds a secret with the power to rewrite her past, and everything she has been running away from. But will it come too late? And with the odds stacked against her, will she ever see Ted again?

This totally gripping and heartbreaking tale is about the impossible tragedies of war and the miraculous possibilities of love. Fans of Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale, Rhys Bowen’s The Tuscan Child, and The Letter by Kathryn Hughes will be utterly captivated by this spectacular historical page-turner.

**Readers absolutely love The Stolen Letter:**

‘Oh my word I honestly cannot express how much I loved this book. A historical-fiction book that was just simply brilliant. The story and the characters were fantastic and I read this book in one day it was that good. I will be recommending this book to everyone who loves reading, it is a must-read.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Breathtaking and heartbreakingly beautiful… Be prepared to go on a very emotional journey where your heart will be ripped out and patched up over and over again. The characters are captivating and relatable. The twists and turns throughout the story are truly unforgettable. Clara Benson is an author that I would love to read over and over again.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Oh my, what a gem of a story… I cannot recommend this book highly enough nor write a review that can justify why you should read it. Historical fiction at its best. This book has it all… Such a good book. High 5 stars!!!!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved this book… It was so good I didn't want to stop reading, I read way too late into the early morning… Heartbreaking.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This novel is truly amazing… Stole my heart from the very beginning with this beautiful story… I could not put it down… Not one to miss.’ Breakfast w Rachel, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Length: 394 pages	Word Wise: Enabled	Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled
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ASIN : B08CRLS58S
Publisher : Bookouture (24 September 2020)
Language : English
File size : 2097 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
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Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 394 pages

Best Sellers Rank: 931 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- 49 in Historical Fiction (Kindle Store)
- 63 in Literary Fiction (Kindle Store)
- 75 in Historical Fiction (Books)

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Julie Pallone

Loved every page ....

Reviewed in Australia on 16 January 2021

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I read this book in one sitting, couldn’t put it down. Very well written with good solid characters. There were so many times I said out loud “no, don’t do that!” ..... couldn’t fault the writing and editing, and the storyline is excellent. I’ve been to Florence and it’s hard to imagine the destruction that happened there, but it gives you an appreciation of what these people endured for so long. I’d give this book 10 stars if I could.

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Thriller.

Reviewed in Australia on 2 February 2021

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"The Stolen Letter" by Clara Benson is a tale of artworks, bravery and romance as Germany occupies Italy amid the ever increasing desperation of the people as they wait for the allies to arrive and liberate them.

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Brenda.K

Awesome book

Reviewed in Australia on 11 February 2021

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This is the first Clare Benson book i have read and it was totally absorbing. I could hardly wait to turn the next page.
A wonderful read and now for the next one of hers.

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Malynka

Great love story in a great setting

Reviewed in Australia on 30 January 2021

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This story drew me in from the start and I was immediately concerned about the heroine. It is hard to imagine the destruction of such a beautiful city.

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Avidear

Holds the reader nicely

Reviewed in Australia on 17 February 2021

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Great romantic story that keeps you enthralled even though it does rely a bit on some rather contrived coincidences. Plenty of genuine history research around women pilots in England during WWII. Very enjoyable and well written.

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Wendy

Brilliant read

Reviewed in Australia on 17 October 2020

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Thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finsh. 5 stars plus for this great book. Looking forward to more of Clara Benson.

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Christina

Best read for a long time

Reviewed in Australia on 9 November 2020

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This story was just so real and vivid, couldn't put it down. Sad to think that these similar events really did happen
A fantastic story.

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Antonietta Austin

Unexpected storyline

Reviewed in Australia on 18 February 2021

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I enjoy all of Clara Bensons books and thoroughly enjoyed this one. Great story and characters . Kept me up until four in the mornng.

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C. Kirby

Good Story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 October 2020

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I found it a bit tricky keeping the various characters clear in my head and their relationship with each other, particularly the Italians. However, it is a good story that could be a sparkling read if only the author had spent a little more time on it. I got the impression she wanted to get it done to a deadline because the exciting parts should have had more tension and the drama more zip. Then it would have been a great read and I'd have given it 7 stars. The beginning, in particular, is a bit marred by the lack of tension in places where it could really have kept the pages turning. When Stella overhears information about how she is being used could have been spun out to give the reader the drive to read on at all costs (to sleep or work to be done!). The writing otherwise is good and I liked the characters but some of them, including Ted, were not developed nearly enough. Ted was an intriguing character full of contraditions and I liked him because he had energy and passion. I liked Stella but, she could have seemed so much more sympathetic to us if she'd been given more space right at the start for us to care about her situation. I hope Clare Benson will take time over her next novel. This one would make a thrilling film if given a bit more attention. I shall read more of Clare Benson's books, definitely. Well done as far as it has gone!

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Deeread

Enjoyable read!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 November 2020

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Enjoyed this book, set in one of my favourite eras, WW11 and also favourite locations, Italy. It was interesting to read how the events affected Italy, in particular the devastation of the iconic city of Florence. I enjoyed the added interest of the art business. I liked the main character, Stella, but did find some of the other characters a little difficult to believe in. Would recommend.

Hugh W

Brilliant

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 October 2020

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A truly excellent read. A real page turner which you will not want to put down. It was different reading a war novel set in Italy and to gain an understanding of the political situation there. Thoroughly recommend this book.

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Good read but not brilliant.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 December 2020

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If I was younger and this was my first of these type of books, then I would say it was brilliant. However, I have read many other books in the same vein so was not hugely impressed with the story. So, it was well written, factually correct in the historical aspects of the story and a good read overall.

Mrs.B

Excellent book, very authentic detail

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 November 2020

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Excellent book with very authentic detail
The author had obviously done her homework!

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