KAREN ALDOUS enjoys village life on the edge of the North Downs in Kent with easy access to the buzz of London. Not only does she love the passive pleasures of reading and writing but also craves more active pursuits such as walking, cycling and skiing – especially when they involve family, friends, food, and … wine!
Much of Karen’s inspiration comes from her travels. The UK, France, Switzerland and USA are just some of the places you’ll be transported to in her books, but wherever she goes, new characters invite themselves into ‘Karen’s World’ screaming at her to tell their stories; strong independent women who are capable of directing their own lives but struggle to control them … especially when temptation strikes!
As a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association and The Write Place, Karen feels she owes so much of her success to the love and support of her fellow writers.
You can follow Karen on Twitter at @KarenAldous_
The Vineyard
The Chateau
The Riviera
One Moment at Sunrise
Under A Tuscan Sky
Five Ladies Go Skiing
KAREN ALDOUS
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E-book Edition © November 2018 ISBN: 9780008302672
Version: 2018-10-31
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Table of Contents
Meet the Girls – Preparing for Switzerland