The Italian Island by Daniela Sacerdoti

After her father's death, Annie travels to the Sicilian island of Galatea to find out the mystery of her family's past. Her grandmother died in a concentration camp after giving birth to her father and he always wanted to find the truth but then he got stuck. Now all Annie has to go on is a strange note and a bracelet with ties to the island's fascinating history. The island seems to have a magic of its own as, shortly after she arrives, she begins having visions of a young woman who she soon realizes is her grandmother. 

I love how the story is told in dual timelines through Annie's visions. The island setting is described so wonderfully that I could picture the volcanic cliffs with the creepy yet beautiful villa set into the hillside. Feel the salt spray as Annie and Salvo explored the caves and treacherous paths. Smell the wonderful Italian cooking, and spend time with the welcoming small town villagers. This is my first book by Daniela Sacerdoti, but I plan on adding her other books to my list!

I received a complimentary advance reader copy of this book. The views and opinions expressed in this review are completely my own and given voluntarily