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Greek Island Holiday
One Holiday, Three Friends, Three New Beginnings
Carla’s life after university had taken an unusual turn. Her mum had a bad fall, so instead of diving into a fabulous new career, Carla had the task of covering her part-time jobs, cleaning homes and walking dogs.
Simon didn’t dislike his painting and decorating business - he was his own boss - but he dreamed of earning his living as an artist.
Angela was back in Saltmarsh Quay after a few months of sorting out her late brothers affairs in London. She was tired and, now in her seventies, it had hit her hard that she was all alone and had no other living relatives.
Alina had opened her restaurant on the Greek island of Vekianos. The season had started and she knew it would be busy, but was hoping her son Nectarios would take more responsibility and not leave everything to her.
Nectarios was excited; the winter months were over, summer was on the way, which meant lots of holidaymakers visiting the island and he was ready to party.
Carla, Simon and Angela could never have guessed how their Greek Island Holiday was about to change their lives forever.
Carla’s life after university had taken an unusual turn. Her mum had a bad fall, so instead of diving into a fabulous new career, Carla had the task of covering her part-time jobs, cleaning homes and walking dogs.
Simon didn’t dislike his painting and decorating business - he was his own boss - but he dreamed of earning his living as an artist.
Angela was back in Saltmarsh Quay after a few months of sorting out her late brothers affairs in London. She was tired and, now in her seventies, it had hit her hard that she was all alone and had no other living relatives.
Alina had opened her restaurant on the Greek island of Vekianos. The season had started and she knew it would be busy, but was hoping her son Nectarios would take more responsibility and not leave everything to her.
Nectarios was excited; the winter months were over, summer was on the way, which meant lots of holidaymakers visiting the island and he was ready to party.
Carla, Simon and Angela could never have guessed how their Greek Island Holiday was about to change their lives forever.
- GenresContemporary
321 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 16, 2024
About the author
Ian Wilfred
23 books26 followersIan Wilfred writes uplifting feel-good fiction set in Greece, Spain, Tenerife and Norfolk.
Ian lives in the UK on the beautiful Norfolk coast with his husband and west highland terrier and is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association.
You can follow Ian on Twitter at @ianwilfred39
If you enjoy Ian’s books, why not join Ian Wilfred’s Readers group on Facebook.
Ian lives in the UK on the beautiful Norfolk coast with his husband and west highland terrier and is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association.
You can follow Ian on Twitter at @ianwilfred39
If you enjoy Ian’s books, why not join Ian Wilfred’s Readers group on Facebook.
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August 18, 2024
After months sorting out her late brother's estate
Angela returns home and decides to act before its too late.
She's determined to go away on holiday
Taking two younger friends with her to stay.
Carla is one who is considering what to do
Now the need to help covering for her Mum is through.
Simon has just finished painting Angela's home at last
But the chance to be a full time artist seems to have passed.
These three friends are off for a Greek Island holiday
In an amazing villa is where they will stay.
Mixing with the locals, finding new friends, too,
This is a life changing experience they're all going through.
A fabulous read with great characters who
Feel like friends as you see what they do.
There's surprises and fun, tasty food, too,
And new chances for romance for more than just two!
I really enjoyed visiting Vekianos once more
The place, the people and events to explore.
Such a good read, from beginning to end,
From this talented author on whom you can depend.
Angela returns home and decides to act before its too late.
She's determined to go away on holiday
Taking two younger friends with her to stay.
Carla is one who is considering what to do
Now the need to help covering for her Mum is through.
Simon has just finished painting Angela's home at last
But the chance to be a full time artist seems to have passed.
These three friends are off for a Greek Island holiday
In an amazing villa is where they will stay.
Mixing with the locals, finding new friends, too,
This is a life changing experience they're all going through.
A fabulous read with great characters who
Feel like friends as you see what they do.
There's surprises and fun, tasty food, too,
And new chances for romance for more than just two!
I really enjoyed visiting Vekianos once more
The place, the people and events to explore.
Such a good read, from beginning to end,
From this talented author on whom you can depend.
September 30, 2025
Vekianos, the Greek Island I wish I could visit!
I've just finished reading a wonderful collection of books that Ian has set on his fictitious island of Vekianos in Greece. It is a boat ride from Corfu and also from Parga on the mainland (I wish!)
Each book has its own delightful story to tell, the characters in each are fleshed out just enough - giving you the chance to use your own imagination to complete them!I
I've thoroughly enjoyed each read - which leave you with the delicious sense of wanting to know what happens next.
Thank you Ian, keep your lovely reads from the different islands coming.
I've just finished reading a wonderful collection of books that Ian has set on his fictitious island of Vekianos in Greece. It is a boat ride from Corfu and also from Parga on the mainland (I wish!)
Each book has its own delightful story to tell, the characters in each are fleshed out just enough - giving you the chance to use your own imagination to complete them!I
I've thoroughly enjoyed each read - which leave you with the delicious sense of wanting to know what happens next.
Thank you Ian, keep your lovely reads from the different islands coming.
July 25, 2024
Carla, Simon and Angela go to Vekianos, a beautiful Greek Island for a holiday. They are an unlikely trio as Carla and Simon are in their twenties and Angela is seventy. The sunshine and the beautiful setting bonds their friendship quickly and they find themselves falling in love with Vekianos and its inhabitants. Filled with friendship, community, sunshine and romance this is the perfect Summer read.
August 14, 2024
not bad
This is a summer beach read with predictable events and solutions.This is fine for non demanding reading and I liked it because of the island descriptions and the food. I have to say that I became tired of the relentless good humour of the characters which was a bit unlikely. My pet hate are the words sat and stood instead of sitting and standing which occurred very frequently . I apologise for bring a pedant or whatever but this really grated on me.
This is a summer beach read with predictable events and solutions.This is fine for non demanding reading and I liked it because of the island descriptions and the food. I have to say that I became tired of the relentless good humour of the characters which was a bit unlikely. My pet hate are the words sat and stood instead of sitting and standing which occurred very frequently . I apologise for bring a pedant or whatever but this really grated on me.
September 1, 2024
An absolute cracker
I really enjoyed this book. It is the story of Carla, Angela and Simon, all living in Norfolk, but all not really sure of what they should or should not be doing in life. Would a Greek holiday help them decide?
As the two weeks on a Greek island go on, they all face dilemmas and decisions which hold the key to their futures.
I thoroughly recommend this delightful read.
I really enjoyed this book. It is the story of Carla, Angela and Simon, all living in Norfolk, but all not really sure of what they should or should not be doing in life. Would a Greek holiday help them decide?
As the two weeks on a Greek island go on, they all face dilemmas and decisions which hold the key to their futures.
I thoroughly recommend this delightful read.
July 19, 2024
Another brilliant read
Once again Ian has written an un-putdownable book . It was lovely to be back in Greece with such enjoyable characters I really hope Ian can write more with these people as I'd love to know how their lives progress . If you haven't read any of Ian's books before now is the time to start!
Once again Ian has written an un-putdownable book . It was lovely to be back in Greece with such enjoyable characters I really hope Ian can write more with these people as I'd love to know how their lives progress . If you haven't read any of Ian's books before now is the time to start!
October 15, 2024
Does this really ever happen!
I loved the description of the island, the people, good food and lifestyle. I have lived on a Greek island, and it is all so accurate.
What I didn't like was the drawn out ending, which I truly couldn't agree with.
But it was an easy and light hearted read, which is why I feel stars is an acceptable rating.
I loved the description of the island, the people, good food and lifestyle. I have lived on a Greek island, and it is all so accurate.
What I didn't like was the drawn out ending, which I truly couldn't agree with.
But it was an easy and light hearted read, which is why I feel stars is an acceptable rating.
March 29, 2025
Found a really good series of books to get lost in!
Really enjoyed reading the 2nd of the series of this Author's books.
love the way it flowed on with from the previous.
Good stories set in lovely surroundings making me wish I could be there too!
I can't wait to start the next.
Really enjoyed reading the 2nd of the series of this Author's books.
love the way it flowed on with from the previous.
Good stories set in lovely surroundings making me wish I could be there too!
I can't wait to start the next.
April 24, 2025
Greek Island Holiday
I really enjoyed reading this story. The Greek Island in the story was very interesting and so much like Greece. I look forward to reading the next book by Ian Wilfred. I recommend this book to my family and friends.
I really enjoyed reading this story. The Greek Island in the story was very interesting and so much like Greece. I look forward to reading the next book by Ian Wilfred. I recommend this book to my family and friends.
June 27, 2025
Greek-tastic!
Wonderful book! Perfect summer read and makes you want to jump on the next plane to Greece. Fabulous summer read with an engaging storyline and characters you feel you already know somehow and really engage with.
Wonderful book! Perfect summer read and makes you want to jump on the next plane to Greece. Fabulous summer read with an engaging storyline and characters you feel you already know somehow and really engage with.
August 25, 2024
Loved it
September 12, 2024
A lovely story of love in a Greek Island
I loved this book and the couples who found love. A story by my favourite author. May be wrote many more romantic novels!!
I loved this book and the couples who found love. A story by my favourite author. May be wrote many more romantic novels!!
November 8, 2024
Great Read
An easy read, great characters on a beautiful island, the story came to life. Really enjoyed it. Looking forward to my next book by this author.
An easy read, great characters on a beautiful island, the story came to life. Really enjoyed it. Looking forward to my next book by this author.
May 15, 2026
Good read
Real escape book lovley read on my holiday around the pool and on the beach in Crete
Makes you want to visit the island
Real escape book lovley read on my holiday around the pool and on the beach in Crete
Makes you want to visit the island
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August 9, 2024Summer
A great summer read, it felt like I was actually on the island with the group of friends , totally recommended
A great summer read, it felt like I was actually on the island with the group of friends , totally recommended
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