Natasha Solomons Books

One of the most anticipated novels of the year offers a captivating retelling of a classic tale. When Romeo Montague first encounters Rosaline Capulet, he is instantly smitten. Rosaline, strong-willed and independent, is hesitant about Romeo's affections, especially with her father pushing her toward a convent. However, Romeo presents her with a chance for a different life. As their relationship unfolds, Rosaline begins to question his intentions and ultimately ends things, only to see him shift his attention to her younger cousin, Juliet. Realizing that Juliet's safety is at risk, Rosaline faces a race against time to protect her from the consequences of Romeo's love. This subversive retelling, narrated by Rosaline, is a fierce and feminist exploration of a well-known story. Critics have praised it as a gripping, spellbinding, and intelligent reimagining that challenges preconceived notions of the original narrative. With themes of female agency and strength, Rosaline emerges as a compelling heroine. This novel is described as dark, powerful, and thought-provoking, making it a must-read for those seeking a fresh perspective on a timeless classic.

FROM THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR 'A beautifully written, literary tour-de-force' John Ironmonger, author of Not Forgetting the Whale 'A wonderfully written story of art, but also of obsession, friendship and love - I absolutely adored this novel' Jillian Cantor The Mona Lisa has hung in the Louvre for over two-hundred years. She has watched alone in silence as millions of people have admired her behind the glass. Now, she is finally ready to tell her own story. Over five centuries, from da Vinci's bustling Florentine studio to the opulent French court, Mona will be desired, stolen, heartbroken, curious, furious, and above all, she will be heard. 'Solomons' prose is lyrical and her detail immense. No longer can I look at the Mona Lisa without hearing her. But more, now I know her' PRESS ASSOCIATION

In 1946, the Fox-Talbot family eagerly return to Hartgrove Hall, their beloved home in rural Dorset. But the once grand house and estate have fallen into near-ruin and bankruptcy looms. The three brothers plan to save the house together, though eighteen-year-old Harry's heart lies with music and he devotes himself instead to tracking down ancient folksongs. Then Harry falls for his brother's fiancee, celebrated wartime singer Edie Rose, forcing him to choose between love and duty. Five decades on, Harry, now a renowned composer, is mourning his wife Edie's recent death. When he discovers his four-year-old grandson's extraordinary gift for the piano, they form a bond that draws Harry out of his grief. As Robin's talent leads him into the limelight, Harry becomes immersed in both the trials and joys of raising a child prodigy. Moving back and forth between past and present, this is the emotional story of one man's passion for music and the importance of connection - with lovers, friends, family and tradition - as well as a warm and often humorous portrait of the relationship between raw talent, performance and fame.

Perfect for fans of THE TEA PLANTER'S WIFE and A GENTLEMAN IN MOSCOW 'This has everything - engaging characters, a thrilling story and beautiful scenery' KATIE FFORDE ________________________ The start of a war. The end of a dynasty. VIENNA, 1911. Greta Goldbaum has always dreamed of being free to choose her own life's path, but the Goldbaum family, one of the wealthiest in the world, has different expectations. United across Europe, Goldbaum men are bankers, while Goldbaum women marry Goldbaum men to produce Goldbaum children. So when Greta is sent to England to marry Albert, a distant cousin she has never met, the two form an instant dislike for one another. Defiant and lonely, Greta longs for a connection and a place to call her own. When Albert's mother gives Greta a garden, things begin to change. But just as she begins to taste an unexpected happiness, the Great War breaks out, threatening to tear everything away. For the first time in two hundred years, the family will find themselves on opposing sides. How will Greta choose between the family she's created and the one she was forced to leave behind?

A sweeping story of upstairs, downstairs, love and loss by the author of Mr Rosenblum's List.

The extraordinary feminist retelling of Romeo and Juliet from the point of view of Rosaline, the woman Romeo loved first.

A charming novel about an irrepressible man, his long-suffering wife and a Very English dream.

London, 1958. It's the eve of the sexual revolution, but in Juliet Montague's conservative Jewish community where only men can divorce women, she finds herself a living widow, invisible. Ever since her husband disappeared seven years ago, Juliet has been a hardworking single mother of two and unnaturally practical. But on her thirtieth birthday, that's all about to change. A wealthy young artist asks to paint her portrait, and Juliet, moved by the powerful desire to be seen, enters into the burgeoning art world of 1960s London, which will bring her fame, fortune, and a life-long love affair

Als Juliet Montagues Ehemann einfach verschwindet, geschieht ihr beinahe dasselbe. Für ihre konservative jüdische Gemeinde in einem Londoner Vorort ist sie, die verlassene Frau, eine aguna und damit unsichtbar. Juliet gibt ihr Bestes, um den Regeln zu entsprechen und den Alltag mit ihren beiden Kindern zu meistern, aber dann, an ihrem dreißigsten Geburtstag, tut sie etwas Unvorhergesehenes: Statt des Kühlschranks, auf den sie lange gespart hat, kauft sie sich spontan ein Gemälde ihrer selbst. Schritt für Schritt befreit sie sich aus ihrem beengenden Umfeld und taucht ein in die schillernde Kunstwelt Londons. Dann stößt sie auf eine Spur ihres Ehemanns …

Eine kraftvolle Neuerzählung von Shakespeares Tragödie „Romeo und Julia“. Die Geschichte folgt Rosaline Capulet, die sich in Romeo Montague verliebt. Doch als Romeo sich zunehmend für ihre Cousine Julia interessiert, erkennt Rosaline, dass nicht nur ihr eigenes Schicksal, sondern auch das von Julia bedroht ist.