Secrets at the Aviary Inn

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Pub Date May 19 2025 | Archive Date Mar 26 2025

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Description

A novel of secrets, memory, family, and forgiveness by the USA Today bestselling author of The Art of Enchantment.

Armed with only a backpack, her boyfriend, and a mysterious old photograph, twenty-three-year-old Sophie Groenveld escapes the tension at home for a summer in England, determined to uncover her mother's secret past. She's certain whatever she discovers will help her figure out where she belongs and heal the heartache that plagues her family.

When her boyfriend abandons her in York—leaving her without money or passport—the photograph leads Sophie to an old rundown inn, its enigmatic proprietor (with a fractured past), and a collection of new friends who carry the clues to solve the mystery. Taking a job as the night desk clerk at the shabby but quaint Aviary Inn, Sophie becomes curious about its connection to her mother's hidden history.

As she navigates the labyrinthine lives of the eccentric staff, guests, and intriguing locals—including possible new love interests—an unexpected hotel visitor provides a crucial revelation. Now Sophie must decide whether to accept guidance or chart her own course through the secrets of the past.

A CIBA Somerset Prize Finalist, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Susanna Kearsley, Kate Macintosh and Suzanne O’Leary

Will Sophie solve both the mystery of the Aviary Inn and her mother’s past? Join Sophie on her journey of discovery.

A novel of secrets, memory, family, and forgiveness by the USA Today bestselling author of The Art of Enchantment.

Armed with only a backpack, her boyfriend, and a mysterious old photograph...


Advance Praise

""There is a reason Ms. Clarke is a USA Today best-selling author - and her newest book, “Secrets at the Aviary Inn,” proves exactly why. It is yet another romantic, wonderfully told story by Ms. Clarke that captures the imagination from the very first page. Moving seamlessly between decades, Ms. Clarke’s impressive skills at capturing the language rhythms, dialects and dialogue are matched only by her undeniable descriptive talents, locale research, story pacing and plot. Here, while drawing us deeply into a sexy and intriguing mystery, she is at her very best when describing the shattering, terrifying realities of WWII London. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and congratulate Ms. Clarke in advance on the awards that will surely follow.""

Gail Halverson, Chatelaine Grand Prize-winning author of Sea of Glass

""There is a reason Ms. Clarke is a USA Today best-selling author - and her newest book, “Secrets at the Aviary Inn,” proves exactly why. It is yet another romantic, wonderfully told story by Ms...


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ISBN 9781988743035
PRICE $6.99 (USD)
PAGES 444

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