Gloriously tender, Page's latest novel is arguably her best... Genuine like the characters she portrays, Page has the ability to magically weave objects into beautiful metaphorical phrases. Billed as a holiday in a book, it will provide contentment, adventure and a heart-warming glow. -- Claire Gill * MY WEEKLY *
For a feel-good read, look no further than the latest offering from the bestselling author of
The Lido. * RED *
Libby Page, author of
The Lido, has done it again with one of 2021's most joyful reads. -- Charlotte Moore * COSMOPOLITAN *
After more than a year without travel, reading The Island Home really does feel like an escape, one that takes you on
virtual holiday to a Scottish island where the sense of place, that starting point for Libby's ideas, is ever-present... I'm certain The Island Home will stay with everyone who reads it this summer, long after they've turned the final page.
-- Katie Macleod * SCOTTISH ISLANDS EXPLORER MAGAZINE *
If you're looking for a book to take you away from cold, dark and miserable day, let Libby Page settle you into a deckchair in the sunshine. * MUDDY STILETTOS *
A soul-cheering tale of community and belonging... Up-lit at its most pleasing. -- Claire Allfree * METRO *
Warm and uplifting, this is the perfect Sunday afternoon read. -- Claire Frost * FABULOUS *
The sweeping and unforgettable Hebridean landscapes - jagged hills, black lochs, sunburnt heather, big skies, windswept shores, sandy coves and teal water - leap off the pages. A love letter to community, family ties, friendship and the pull of home. * THE HERALD *
Full of heart... A beautiful depiction of life on a Scottish island, relatable characters and a sense of community make this an endearing read. -- Zoe West * WOMAN'S OWN *
We couldn't put this book down. -- Amy Rowland * BELLA *
The Island Home is an atmospheric and moving tale of afamily and community torn apart by lies, regrets and distorted memories. It's about loss and isolation, and also acts as a beautiful reminder that, with courage and compassion, there's nearly a1ways a way back home. -- Kay Ribeiro * HEAT MAGAZINE *
Page is a very emotional writer and her specialist area is female friendships and family relationships. If you like empowering stories full of healing and hugs you'll love this. -- Wendy Holden * DAILY MAIL *
Former journalist Libby Page excels at writing heartwarming stories that leave you with a smile on your face... This is an uplifting, easy-to-read story about friendship, community and working out where you truly belong. -- Emma Lee Potter * INDEPENDENT *
A great warm hug of a story. * THE MAIL ON SUNDAY, YOU MAGAZINE *
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tender tale about stepping out of the shadows of the past and navigating the route to a brighter future....this book not only takes the reader on a journey, but
reminds us of the importance of finding our way back home * Mike Gayle, author of All The Lonely People *
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gorgeous, heart-lifting story of families and the secrets that bind us, with a setting that you can lose yourself in * Rachael Lucas, author of The Village Green Bookshop *
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joy-filled love letter to the power of community and connection, and a sensitive commentary on loneliness and forgiveness too, all of which is conveyed with huge warmth and affection * Celia Reynolds, author of Finding Henry Applebee *
Wonderfully engaging . . . beautifully drawn * Mike Gayle *
The Island Home radiates warmth, happiness and hope. Libby is a truly gifted writer who weaves magic with her every word. Every page is a delight - gentle, comforting, reassuring and utterly charming * Veronica Henry, author of The Beach Hut series *
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tender, life-affirming story bursting with hope and heart * Cathy Bramley, author of My Kind of Happy *
A wonderfully evocative and enveloping novel about the joys and comforts of community and friendship and a perfect, warm escape from these cold, dark times * Kate Eberlen, author of Miss you and Only You *
A tender, heartfelt story, The Island Home explores every aspect of love and shows us it's never too late to fix what's broken. I left my heart with Lorna and Alice on the Isle of Kip * Lindsey Kelk, author of In Case You Missed It *
