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The Sunrise

By: Victoria Hislop
Narrated by: Carole Boyd
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 In the golden city of Famagusta, Greek and Turkish Cypriots alike enjoy a life of good fortune.

Invasion comes without warning, bringing chaos and terror.

As forty thousand people flee their homes in panic, Famagusta becomes a ghost town. But not everyone will find it so easy to leave . . .

Discover for yourself why 10 million readers and critics worldwide love Victoria Hislop's books . . .

'Intelligent and immersive . . . Hislop's incisive narrative weaves a vast array of fact through a poignant, compelling family saga' The Sunday Times

'Adroitly plotted and deftly characterised, Hislop's gripping novel tells the stories of ordinary Greek and Turkish families trying to preserve their humanity in a maelstrom of deception, betrayal and ethnic hatred' Mail on Sunday

'Fascinating and moving . . . Hislop writes unforgettably about Cyprus and its people' The Times

'An imaginative tour de force, and a great read' Daily Mail

'Victoria Hislop writes so vividly about the Med, you can almost feel the scorching heat. An absorbing tale about family, friendship, loyalty and betrayal, set during a violent period in the history of Cyprus' Good Housekeeping

*Victoria Hislop's most recent novel, THE FIGURINE, is out now.*©2014 Victoria Hislop (P)2014 Headline Digital Contemporary Fiction Genre Fiction Fiction Heartfelt Thought-Provoking Inspiring

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I learn so much from reading Victoria Hislop's books. Her research is staggering.
The central characters changed during the book, this did not really distract from history lesson though.

Pretty Amazing

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Loved it, exciting, sad, realistic, fabulous, from start to finish
Loved every minute - highly recommend

Riveting

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I love the way Victoria writes. Her stories are gripping and weaved into real historical events. This one is beautifully read by Carole Boyd (Linda from the Archers). She brought all the characters to life and was wonderful with the different accents and genders . I will look for further books read by her.

Yet another brilliant story by Victoria Hislop

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Our story starts in 1972, before the civil war in Cyprus.

Famagusta, the most desirable resort in the Mediterranean, is the home of wealthy hotel owners who open the island's most spectacular hotel! It is a new era!

Greek and Turkish Cypriots live and work in harmony. Neighbours, the Georgious and the Özkans, came to escape unrest and ethnic violence.

We see war break out & we are there at it’s ending.

What does it achieve & what does it mean for the hotel owners, the Georgious and the Özkans?

Well read.

Sunrise Hotel, Or The Sun Rises On A New Cyprus?!

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Really enjoyed every moment of the book, I can highly recommend it. Albeit quite sad

Excellent

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Loved the historical account and the different characters. Not predictable and thought provoking. Would recommend to others.

Slow start but great read

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, a moving family saga.

What did you like best about this story?

The history.

Which scene did you most enjoy?

The escape.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It was sad in places.

Any additional comments?

I remember this happening at the time.

Twists and Turns

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Entertaining and educational. Vivid, evocative, chilling, emotional. Thank you Victoria Hislop for writing the book and Carole Boyd for the accents.

Visit Cyprus and read this!

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Like all Victoria hislop books its steeped in beautifully written character and place description, with an amazing and emotion inspiring storyline.

Amazing as always

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I was disappointed at first, story slow, but fully drawn in- what an amazing story.

The Sunrise

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