The Great Escape: Books to transport you overseas this summer

Clanlands - Sam Heughan, Graham McTavish

A witty, wry and wonderfully written book that is part travelogue and part history lesson, Clanlands is a love letter to Scotland, to friendship and to the authors’ mutual love of whisky. A must-read for anyone who wants to be transported to the Scottish Highlands made famous by the much-loved Outlander series.

Murder on Mustique - Anne Glenconner

An unputdownable tale that fuses mystery and intrigue with an exotic and far-flung backdrop, Murder on Mustique is captivating storytelling at its finest and is perfect reading for anyone hankering after an idyllic island setting and a rich cast of characters.

When the Apricots Bloom - Gina Wilkinson

A beautifully written tale about friendship and forgiveness; betrayal and secrets, When the Apricots Bloom’s heady backdrop of modern Iraq is sure to transport readers to the shade of the breeze-swept apricot trees of protagonist Huda’s fragrant front garden, where a powerful story about the strength of a mother’s love begins.

The Charleston Scandal - Pamela Hart

An evocative tale set in London’s roaring 1920s Jazz Age, The Charleston Scandal is a riveting read that will enchant readers who want to be whisked away to London’s West End. A real homage to a bygone era of glitz and glamour, it’s the perfect choice for anyone with a penchant for jazz, theatre-land, or London’s high society set.

The Paris Secret - Natasha Lester

Tucked away down a cobblestoned street in Paris, lies an abandoned apartment full of secrets, and so begins the story of fine art agent Flora and the glamourous Vermeil family. The novel weaves between the streets of Paris and the French Riviera and will satiate the appetite of anyone longing for exotic locales.