The Sky Beneath Us
(Autor) Fiona ValpyAn inspiring, uplifting story of love and loss, courage and adventure, from the bestselling author of The Skylark's Secret. 1927. Violet Mackenzie-Grant is embarking on her dream of studying at the Edinburgh School of Gardening for Women. She doesn't yet know that it's a journey that will take her to Kathmandu and beyond, deep into captivating landscapes and cultures that are worlds away from everything and everyone she's left behind in Scotland. 2020. Daisy Laverock has dreamed of retracing the footsteps of her great-great-aunt Violet ever since discovering her long-lost journals, whose accounts of plant hunting in the 1930s inspired Daisy's own career. Divorced, and facing an empty nest, Daisy decides to embark on the trip of a lifetime. She arrives in Nepal, ready to start trekking in the shadow of Everest. But fate, and the pandemic, have other plans. Stranded and alone, Daisy must fall back on the kindness of strangers, taking inspiration from Violet's determination and resilience to keep going in the darkest of times. As she gradually pieces together the fragments of Violet's story and uncovers long-held secrets, can Daisy finally reveal a path forward to her own future?
Fiona Valpy
Fiona Valpy is a bestselling author known for her novels set in picturesque locales, often featuring strong female protagonists and themes of love, loss, and resilience. Her most notable works include "The Beekeeper's Promise" and "The Dressmaker's Gift," which have garnered critical acclaim and a loyal following of readers. Valpy's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions, emotional depth, and intricate storytelling that transports readers to different time periods and settings. She has made a significant impact on the historical fiction genre, bringing lesser-known stories to life and shedding light on the enduring power of human connections. Fiona Valpy's most famous work is "The Beekeeper's Promise," a poignant tale of love, courage, and survival set against the backdrop of World War II in France.
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