Francesca Capaldi
Author of inspiring historical romantic sagas, contemporary novels and short stories
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Wartime in the Valleys series
Finalist for the RoNA Historical Romance Award 2021
Beach Hotel Series
Winner of the RoNA Romantic Saga Award 2024
Novellas
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What readers are saying
Heartbreak in the Valleys
"…a well written historical fiction story, vividly told and so atmospheric – very highly recommended…"
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DONNA'S BOOK BLOG
War in the Valleys
"…an all-engrossing story that swept me along with it. It is a wonderful historical saga… "
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"From the first page, I was gripped by the twists and turns of this gritty and uplifting saga."
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"War in the Valleys’ is extremely well written. The author knows how to grab your attention from the start and draw you into what proves to be an emotional story."
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GINGER BOOK GEEK
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Hope in the Valleys
"I liked the author’s style of characterization and creation of atmosphere and very vivid storytelling."
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CORINNE RODRIGUES BOOK BLOG
"Absolutely riveting book. Did not want to put down when started."
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"Hope in the Valleys is an engaging, moving and heart-warming story. This uplifting saga, set against an emotionally charged backdrop, is brimming over with the in-depth period detail. There is a dramatic historic background, warm main characters, and a compelling plot."
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CHEX MAXIMKA'S BOOK BLOG
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Trouble in the Valleys
"Hope in the Valleys is a beautifully written and evocative World War War saga... a captivating tale of forbidden love, impossible sacrifices and triumphing over adversity that will bring many a tear to the eye... Full of characters readers cannot help but care about, engaging emotional drama and heartfelt romance... will keep readers in thrall from start to finish."
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"The third book in this series is a must to read you will not be disappointed. I myself just could not put it down. I loved all the characters in these books."
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"…a brilliant storyline and descriptive as always, thoroughly enjoyed this…"
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"…full of suspense, twists and surprises."
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A New Start at the Beach Hotel
"What a lovely book. If you love wartime and family again this is definitely for you."
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"Another great read from Francesca Capaldi, great story with believable characters."
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"Well, what a start to a new series!"
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All Change at the Beach Hotel
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"Written straight from the heart... another first rate saga from Francesca Capaldi."
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Dark Days at the Beach Hotel
"An excellent unputdownable read from start to finish. Simply brilliant!"
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"Francesca you have done it again. Brilliant storyline brilliant book. Couldn’t put it down. Family saga at its best."
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"The book is well researched and a delightful read.."
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"Oh wow... It was wonderful and heartfelt."
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"It's an emotional, charming and mystery story wrapped in an unforgettable novel!"​
LEANNE BOOKSTAGRAM BLOG REVIEW
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"‘Another brilliant book by this brilliant author.’
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Love and Loss at the Beach Hotel
"Once again a well-researched and well written book by Francesca Capaldi - a joy to read such that I didn’t want it to finish.”!"​
LEANNE BOOKSTAGRAM BLOG REVIEW
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"“A truly delightful, heartwarming and emotional wartime saga that is such a wonderful read that I devoured it in one sitting not wanting to leave Littlehampton and its inhabitants for one minute."​
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"The beauty of the author's writing is in the simplicity of the style, yet she is still able to create well-rounded, relatable characters and a wonderful sense of place and time "​
STINA THE BOOKAHOLIC
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Stormy Skies at the Beach Hotel
"Another brilliant read. All round the book just hit every note you wanted from it…!"​
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"Francesca Capaldi returns with another heartfelt instalment in her Beach Hotel series, and Stormy Skies at the Beach Hotel delivers all the drama, warmth, and emotional depth readers have come to expect."​
TB HONEST BLOG REVIEW
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"This is one highly addictive book as I became so invested in the characters’ lives."​
LEANNE BOOKSTAGRAM BLOG REVIEW
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Celebrations at the Beach Hotel
"Another amazing book in this series. Had me hooked from the start."​
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"…another compelling read from this talented author."​
PICKLED THOUGHTS & PINTO BLOG REVIEW
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"The rich historical detail, complexity of characters and sweet romances are sure to delight."​
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NEWS & EVENTS
CHILDREN IN READ, RAISING MONEY FOR CHILDREN IN NEED
As in the last few years, I am once again supporting Children in Read, a book auction with titles donated by authors and illustrators.
This year, I'm donating all four novels in the War in the Valleys series, signed (and dedicated if the winner would like). They're lot 120.
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There are over 400 lots in the auction, with a great variety of books from different genres, including children's.
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AUTHOR TALK IN LITTLEHAMPTON
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On Saturday 24th October, I headed to Littlehampton, the setting for the Beach Hotel Books, for an author's panel at the Town Hall, as part of the Littlehampton Book Festival, organised by a the lovely Tracey at the Arcade Bookshop.
Joining me, were authors Eve Smith, Will Carver and Matt Cain. There were some interesting, and sometimes challenging, questions from Tracey and the audience, but we also had a good laugh. Afterwards, it was time for some book signing.
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