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Hidden Notes: a fantasy romance mystery with historical family secrets, ghosts, travel, and suspense Kindle Edition

by Eva Alton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 17 ratings
Family secrets always resurface... if not in life, then after death.

Spain, 1937. In the midst of the Spanish Civil War, a young woman crosses Europe for love, forced to exile herself in former Yugoslavia. Carmen never thought that her secret, hidden since the forties, would come to light in the 21st century…

An 18th-century inheritance that can save a woman with no future.
A ghost with a debt to settle.

Madrid, 2016. After receiving a visit from her late mother’s ghost, Vesna travels to a tiny country in Central Europe in search of an enigmatic inheritance. A failed musician accompanies her on her quest, during which they will unearth family mysteries buried amid the ruins of World War II-occupied Europe.

A story told in three voices by three generations of one family; three women bound by decades of secrets and troubles that must be unraveled if they want to find peace.

What readers are saying about Hidden Notes:

"You immediately immerse yourself in the character of Vesna and her ghosts. I love her character and irony. The romantic relationship with Max keeps you in suspense, while the grandmother's story during the war unfolds in alternating chapters and compels you to keep reading..." —G. G.

A historical fantasy romance fiction that straddles the present, the Spanish Civil War, and World War II, and will captivate readers of Lucinda Riley, Kate Morton, and V. E. Schwab alike.

Dive into this romantic suspense novel where intrigues are masterfully intertwined, creating an impossible-to-put-down read that combines elements of our cultural heritage with a supernatural thriller plot.

Other books by Eva Alton:
  • Stray Witch - Book Award Winner
  • Witch’s Mirror
  • Witches' Masquerade
  • Witches' Elements
  • The Vampire’s Assistant
  • A Winter's Cobalt Kiss
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CKTMPTSW
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 5, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 337 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 17 ratings

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Stories of love, everyday magic, and unforgettable characters.

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Eva Alton writes stories that blend humor, love, and unforgettable characters who linger in your heart long after you finish the book. With a style that combines the magical and the ordinary, her works offer readers moments of escapism, laughter, and reflection.

In her paranormal fiction, such as the popular series The Vampires of Emberbury and The Witches of Ibiza, Eva explores worlds where vampires, witches, and humans share their light and darkness, proving that monsters aren’t always what we think. Her talent for crafting realistic characters and clever dialogue has made her a must-read author for fans of romantic urban fantasy.

In the romantic comedy genre, her Carpi Café series charms readers with hilarious and heartwarming stories about love, second chances, and the magic hidden in life’s chaos. Between laughs, books, and cozy moments, these romcoms remind us that life’s unexpected twists are often the best ones.

Eva also shares her expertise with aspiring writers through her Autorissimo project, offering resources and guides to help others bring their own stories to life.

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  • Borbala Branch
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, engaging story
    Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024
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    When a book holds my attention from the beginning, I know it’s high quality. And this book is one of those. Very well written, engaging, suspenseful and will keep you guessing, and the characters are interesting and well developed. The balance between character development, story development, the mystery aspect, and the romance is quite level and this equal dispersion makes it very enjoyable since there is never too much of any of it where you could get bored or disengaged. The story has such a good pace, you’ll want to finish it without having to stop too often.
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  • Jay Farias
    4.0 out of 5 stars Read this if you enjoy mystery with a side of romance
    Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2023
    Hidden Notes is a delightful light mystery, romance and historical fiction novel. We meet Beatrice , Vesna and Carmen, three generations of women going through the hardest times of their lives. The story spans many historical events of Europe starting from the 1940s to the 2010s. The events of the story do sometimes rely on the events of the world but you do not have to be a historian to understand how the characters are feeling and struggling with the events. Reading Carmen's side of the mystery, we feel the heartbreak and tribulation of the ongoing war. With Beatrice, her story has less to do with world events and more with her own personal hardships. Vesna tied then all together in a whirlwind ride across the country with her newly made companion, Max.
    There were only two major plot points that I felt were a bit convenient. I couldn't pick up on any foreshadowing on either of them, even on my second read through. One of them almost seemed like it was added just for creating drama for Vesna and Max, and not for any other reason.
    I enjoyed the different perspectives and I felt that each read like three different women of their time. There was maybe one or two lines where I couldn't tell if the perspective got skewed and sent feedback for clarification. Overall, the book was a very good romance with history and mystery and I recommend it if you like generational historical fiction. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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  • Kathrin Spinnler
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great story and fascinating cultural details
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024
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    This was a fantastic and well-written novel that kept me engaged throughout. I love that it's set in Spain and Slovenia. Aside from being a great story, it also contains a lot of fascinating cultural details.
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  • Gossie
    3.0 out of 5 stars Family Oriented Mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2023
    Hidden Notes by Eva Alton is a really intriguing mystery about three generations of women and their experiences during and after the Spanish Civil War. This is not a topic that I am particularly well versed in, so I was excited to be able to read this book and learn a bit more. Unlike some historical based books I have read recently, a background knowledge in this era is not needed to truly enjoy this book. I learned a lot about the era while also getting to enjoy this mystery.

    This story follows female protagonist, Vesna, as she travels back to the site where her grandmother lived during the Spanish Civil War in an attempt to gain her inheritance. While attempting this task, she is helped by the ghost of her recently deceased mother and the diary that her grandmother, Carmen, kept during the war. While I found Beatriz (Vesna’s mother) to be a bit unhelpful, I really loved the characters of Carmen and Vesna. I found them to be strong female characters who worked to go after what they wanted. Vesna also comes into acquaintance with a violinist named Max, who helps her through her journey to find her inheritance. The relationship between Vesna and Max is really interesting. I liked their banter and while I wouldn’t consider this novel a romance, I did love their romantic relationship.

    This book was a bit slow paced for me. I often found myself zoning out while reading because I struggled in scenes where it felt nothing was happening. The writing style is lovely and easy to follow and beautifully described scenery and characters. I just struggled with the pacing of the story a little. It did pick up quite a bit towards the end and I enjoyed the pacing of the second half. The transition from prose to the diary entries that Carmen left did keep me intrigued though and I loved that little change of scenery every once in a while. There were also some really fun twists throughout the story. Overall, I would recommend this story to any history nerds out there, or people who love stories about generations coming together. It is a great story about family and how people come together in times of trouble.

    I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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  • Darlene
    4.0 out of 5 stars Family Secrets
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
    The description after the title a fantasy romance mystery with historical family secrets, ghosts, travel, and suspense sums up the essence of this book. The use of a ghost and a dairy is a brilliant way to unveil Vesna's family secrets and this is the part of I enjoyed the most. I didn't particularly care for the main character Vesna (she is judgmental and self-centered). Usually I cheer on a female character's development of self-discovery but in this case I felt she didn't deserve the outcome she received. I also thought it absurd that she blindly (or listened to a ghost) put her faith in the stranger Max that she just happened to cross paths with. It is well-written and I absolutely loved the historical aspects and the setting of Madrid and Slovenia. An interesting story that I recommend if you're looking for a unique read. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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  • María jose
    5.0 out of 5 stars Una historia bien contada
    Reviewed in Spain on September 2, 2024
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    Magnífico libro. Muy bien estructurado e interesantes personajes. Digna de destacar también la descripción de los lugares donde se desarrolla la historia (no quiero desvelar más datos), ánimo a leer el libro.
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  • Eli
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful historical fiction
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 10, 2023
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    A beautifully written dual timeline story which connected me to a part of Europe that I know little about. The storytelling was outstanding and though it's described as fantasy, the rich characters were all believable. An evocative story of love against the odds, perfect for fans of Lucina Riley and Kristen Hannah. A five-star read! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  • Pilar Dominguez Chacón
    1.0 out of 5 stars A nonsense story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2024
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    I should have stopped reading in the first chapter but I flick through the pages hoping to make sense with no avail.

    Utter nonsense. Wouldn't recommend it.
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