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An island full of secrets. A gripping love story . . .

her young life Effie Gillies has lived, wild and free, on the remote Scottish island of St Kilda. But when Lord Sholto visits the island, the attraction between them is instant. For one glorious week she guides the handsome young Lord around the isle, and falls in love for the first time. But a storm hits and her world falls apart.

Three months later, all the islanders are moved to a better life on the mainland. And Effie is surprised to be offered a job working for Sholto's father. But Sholto and Effie come from two different worlds - can love ever win?

The Last Summer is based on the true history of St Kilda and its small island community.

Quick Reads are short books from bestselling authors, perfect for a fast and satisfying read – whether you're a regular reader, or just getting started. This edition is an abridged version of Karen Swan's beloved bestselle

The Last Summer Quick Reads

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      Publisher Pan Macmillan
      Published 4 November 2024
      ISBN-13 9781035029143
      978-1035029143
      ISBN-10 1035029146
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      Fiction Romance

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      An island full of secrets. A gripping love story . . .

      her young life Effie Gillies has lived, wild and free, on the remote Scottish island of St Kilda. But when Lord Sholto visits the island, the attraction between them is instant. For one glorious week she guides the handsome young Lord around the isle, and falls in love for the first time. But a storm hits and her world falls apart.

      Three months later, all the islanders are moved to a better life on the mainland. And Effie is surprised to be offered a job working for Sholto's father. But Sholto and Effie come from two different worlds - can love ever win?

      The Last Summer is based on the true history of St Kilda and its small island community.

      Quick Reads are short books from bestselling authors, perfect for a fast and satisfying read – whether you're a regular reader, or just getting started. This edition is an abridged version of Karen Swan's beloved bestselle

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