A Heartwarming and Enchanting Novel from the Internationally Bestselling Author of The Lost Bookshop for 2026

'Heartwarming and full of wonder ... a spellbinding tale' Barnes & Noble Reads

Sunday Times bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop ! Hewn by a master and passed down through generations, one violin charts its own course through history... Baggage claim agent Devlin, retired teacher Walter, and appraiser Gabrielle should have nothing in common, but when a single choice sets in motion a new chapter in the violin''s story, they finally feel a part of something - something that matters, and which makes them matter. Because as their search for the violin''s origins unlocks a mystery stretching back decades, the instrument teaches them a melody they never expected.

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Evie Woods is the international bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop, which has sold over a million copies globally, and has been translated into over thirty languages. Shortlisted for the 2024 British Book Awards Page-Turner of the Year, it has also become a Sunday Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Spiegel bestseller.

Influenced by folklore and magical realism, Evie has carved out a unique style that is all her own, charming readers around the world with her warm and uplifting narratives. Drawing inspiration from the unseen forces that shape our lives and the healing power of storytelling, novels like The Story Collector and The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris invite the reader to embrace the magic that already exists in our ordinary lives. Evie's new novel, The Violin Maker's Secret, is perfect for those who love music, mystery and magic!

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The brand new book from the Sunday Timesbestselling author of The Lost Bookshop!'Heartwarming and full of wonder ... a spellbinding tale' Barnes & Noble Reads

On any given day, there are thousands of items slowly gathering dust in the Lost and Found of Heathrow Airport. Unknown to anyone, hidden among the clutter, is a very special object that can change the fortunes of those who possess it - a violin of rare beauty and power.

Now, as if by chance, it has fallen into the hands of three strangers...

Baggage claim agent Devlin, retired teacher Walter, and appraiser Gabrielle have nothing in common, but can these three unlikely guardians unlock the secrets of the violin?

With heartfelt moments, unexpected connections, and a mystery that lingers long after the final page, this is Evie Woods at her very best.

Praise for The Violin Maker's Secret 'Moved me to tears' Madeline Martin

'Captivating... the most romantic of love stories' The Sunday Post

'A moving story that radiates passion and warmth. I loved every page, this is Evie Woods at her lyrical and magical best!' Faith Hogan

'5 Stars!... I was hooked... beautiful...heartfelt, and uplifting... stayed with me long after I finished... highly recommend this'

'My favourite... I was swept up... Truly beautiful... I was mesmerized... Captivating... It tugged at my heart strings. I highly recommend this'

'Beautiful... My favourite... I read it in a single day, completely absorbed'

'Captivating and heartfelt... Emotional... lingers long after the final page'

'A joy to read... beautiful'

'Wonderful... I was charmed... Beautiful read that I had to gobble up in one... I love that'

'So charming!... fast-paced and gripping... my romance-loving heart is happy ... a feel-good story'

'FANTASTIC... I binge-read this... I can't stop thinking about it'

'Magical, uplifting tale... Spellbinding!' My Weekly

**'This ... will keep you turning the pages with tears in your eyes and hope in your heart. I loved it.'**New York Times bestselling author Kristin Harmel

'An original and captivating story vibrating with charm, warmth, humour and vitality. Meticulously researched and beautifully written, [...] a gripping and full bodied read. Deeply satisfying.' Santa Montefiore

'A gorgeous novel, intricately constructed; layer upon layer of story, history and character, all playing off each other in endlessly beguiling ways, never missing a note. A magical delight.' Eve Chase, author of The Secret Thread

'For lovers of music, mayhem, and a touch of magic. Evie Woods weaves an irresistible tale that celebrates the enduring power of music, friendships found in unexpected places, and the courage to believe in oneself.' Lisa Medved

'A spellbinding love letter to musicand all who are moved by it. It's enchanting from the opening page until the gloriously uplifting ending. I adored it.' Kate Storey

'Swept me away and made my heart sing ... [lingers] long after the last note.' Laura Resau, author of The Alchemy of Flowers