1939: The forbidden romance between an heiress and a stable boy. Spanning over decades of longing and stolen kisses, and a secret far kept, it tells the story of Valentina and Felipe.

Present Day: Rose is reeling from a deep loss, aboard a flight headed to a land she's never known any ties to but might just unearth some long hidden ones.

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I adore exploring new countries through books and I can gladly say that Argentina has been crossed off.
Although I wish the cultural aspect was more prominent.

As sweet as the romance was between Rose and Benjamin, I can't help but think the relationship between Valentina and Felipe was a little icky.

But if I were to discuss exactly what I felt was off, I'd be giving away the majority of plot so I think it's better upto individual interpretation.

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3.79 / 5 ★

Thanks to Bookouture and Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

And she did it again. What an incredible book! I love being along on the life journeys in this series. Even though the premise is the same. They all have a link back to Hope's House where a woman once helped mothers in precarious situations birth their babies and find them a living home. Then generations later, a descendant is given a memento box that has them digging into their family's past. But the author always manages to provide fresh stories. This one was no different. They take place between the past and present and the timelines are expertly linked and transitioned. I'm never lost and I feel the raw emotion. These stories stick with you. Whenever I see a book in this series, it flies to the top of my reading list.

Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for an advanced reading copy.

I love dual stories between decades and this author weaves a wonderful tale!

In the 1930's, a shared kiss between kids promise a love that will last forever. But many things happen over the years and you cannot help but hold onto hope just as they did.

In the current day, Rose is left with a box from Hope's House but her mother was ill so it was put in a drawer and forgotten. Who knew that the little wooden horse figurine and a scrap of silk would take her to Argentina months later?

Who doesn't remember their first love? I think there's a tiny portion of your heart that holds the feelings you had for that person. And memories you never forget. Decades later, and you still think of that first kiss. In this book I think the story from the 30's teaches us that true love can last a lifetime, even if you are apart. And I think the story from the current day help Rose find home. I was offered an ARC from Netgalley and wanted to post my thoughts. This is one of those books that will have you remembering your own first love.

Rose and Benjamin's story is another solid book in this wonderful series. The story did seem a little rushed and did not have the depth of the present story that others had, but a little more end of life, beginning of relationship (present day) would have helped the book be even better.

Suffice to sat though, if you have not yet read any of The Lost Daughters booksy by Soraya Lane, you are missing out on a wonderful series and a strong voice of the genre.

This is the latest in Soraya Lane’s The Lost Daughter series. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. This one sure is an emotional one! Set in dual timelines, this story is about Valentina in the 1930s and Rose in present times. Their connection is revealed early in the story and leads to Rose traveling to beautiful Argentina where she finds an unexpected love for the country as well as a handsome and kind man.

two women and two timelines this is a powerful tearjerker of a read.

Rose has lost her mother recently and she finds a box of keepsakes amongst her things.

Setting out on a quest to discover why they are so special and the deep connections they hold, Rose finds more than could ever imagine.

This book is amazing. I just loved the setting of Argentina, it is wonderfully descriptive and just perfect to spend a day reading and soaking up the atmosphere within the pages..

I thoroughly enjoy The Lost Daughter series and it keeps getting better. (Book 1 was brilliant!)
This is riveting, emotional, heartbreaking, a tear-jerker! There’s a wonderful setting in Argentina, with horses and polo matches, a vast estate in glorious sunshine.

It’s a dual timeline story with Rose in the present day and Valentina in the 1930s. Valentina suffers greatly at the hands of her cruel and selfish mother. She’s forced to make difficult choices, lasting through generations. In the last year Rose has struggled with profound grief. First her beloved grandmother died, then in the last month her dear mother passed. She is disorientated and feeling lost when she receives a package intended for her grandmother. Rose journeys to Argentina to find the truth behind the box. She wants to know the secret of her grandmother’s parentage. Along the way she discovers herself and her Spanish roots.
An intriguing and interesting page-turning read.

I absolutely love Soraya Lane’s The Lost Daughter series as these books really pull on the heartstrings! And her latest The Spanish Daughter is my ultimate favourite. It is a real page turner, full of heart, longing, drama, courage and passion. It held me captive to the last scene! The writing is as beautiful as the cover: full of colour, life and intrigue. This dual timeline is divided between main characters Rose in the present and ancestor Valentina of 1939.

Rose has just lost her mother in the last month and is not coping well with her grief. A year earlier she lost her grandmother. So two important women in her life are suddenly gone and she feels very alone. She is then given a little box that contains a horse and piece of silk. What does this mean? She learns about family she never knew she had and an inheritance connected to Argentina and polo horses. She sets out to uncover the truth. Here she meets Benjamin who helps her learn more about her family and his family’s ties with hers. When Rose has to make a decision to keep the property or sell it and go back to London, she gets confused and fearful. Has coming here changed her? For once she becomes acquainted with her great-grandmother’s surroundings and past, she begins to understand and feel a connection. Plus getting to know Benjamin and his family, leads her to a new place. Will this be her new home and will he be her new love?

Valentina’s story is incredibly moving and my heart really broke for her. The trials she endures, though, shows her strength of character. Her loving father was such a positive influence. He taught her to respect and care for others. He believed she was the best person to take over his business and continue his efforts when he was gone. His motto to treat others as you would want to be treated is one I actually live by. But Valentina’s mother is a cruel and selfish woman who single handedly tries to destroy all the good he has done. Plus she forces Valentina to marry a horrible man and abandon the one she really loves.

This novel is about so many things but I will just focus on one. Such as discovering your roots and finding your real home. Although Rose did not grow up in Argentina, her great-grandmother’s legacy begins to affect her when she goes there. Visiting her ancestor’s location, awakens something deep within her. I can appreciate this as I remember my experience when I visited my ancestors’ home in Ireland. I never felt so at home as I did there! And this is what Rose faces. For her, even more, for she lost all her family within a year. She felt alone and had lost that ‘home’ feeling. To quote an online description: “A home is a sanctuary where we feel safe and comfortable. Emotional attachment to this space cultivates a sense of security, both physically and emotionally. When we feel emotionally connected to our surroundings, we can relax and be ourselves without fear of judgment or threat.”

This story really demonstrates the meaning of a true ‘home’. Everything that happens to Rose and where it leads her, strengthens her identity when she feels emotionally connected to her new environment. And she realises where she is meant to be and which person she is meant to love. Valentina experiences some of this but also misses out where family is concerned but her actions ensure that future generations get to harvest her efforts. All that she desires is fulfilled in her great granddaughter. So all of Valentina’s sacrifices are not in vain. She is able to restore order, despite her mother’s chaos and she does experience a lasting love during her lifetime.

I loved this novel so much. It is beautifully written with wonderful characters, a riveting plot, gorgeous setting, heartbreaking events yet triumphant moments, and a victorious finale I won’t ever forget. The Spanish Daughter is an absolute winner that will make you cry (both sad and happy tears) and stir up thoughts on the real meaning of home. I highly recommend this warm, insightful and uplifting novel that delivers hope, healing and happiness in the end. 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to Bookouture and Netgalley for the review copy.