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Hello fellow authors and readers,
Yiasas!

I am back, after a few months of being busy! During that time I had the privilege of being asked by Gianna Angelopoulos's pr firm to review her new book "My Greek Drama." Of course I couldn't turn it down. I like reviewing! As a result of my review, I personally received an email (favorable response) by the author. I also met her in person at her book signing and she autographed my book and hugged me enthusiastically thanking me for my review. For those who don't know, Gianna Angelopoulos is an attorney. She was a member of the Parliament of Greece, and later, led the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece.

Now that we're back on earth, for those interested in my writing, my novels typically take place in Greece, or are related to Greece in some way. If you haven't guessed it by now, I am Greek. One of these days I will write a story that is not Greek related, I promise...

The books are listed below:

Lipsi's Daughter (2004, 2005)
The Lion and the Nurse (2007)
The Greek Maiden and the English Lord (2010)

I also penned a poetry book:
Candlelit Journey: Poetry from the Heart (2006)

I am currently working on my fourth novel, and will have it up on authonomy soon. Yes, it does relate to Greece...

For reviewing:
I am interested in non-fiction, sweet romance, women's fiction, spiritual fiction, chick-lit and historical novels, and of course, Greek related novels. Sometimes I read Sci-Fi and Young Adult. I prefer not to read any graphic thrillers, sex scenes, or crime stories. I am too sensitive a soul to deal with them and do not do well when reviewing them. Thank you for understanding.

I can be contacted at: patty (at) pattyapostolides (dot) com
In addition to authonomy, my website showcases more of my writing: www.pattyapostolides.com

Have a wonderful day!
Yiasas!
Patty Apostolides
www.pattyapostolides.com
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favourite books

The Bible
Pride and Prejudice
Sense and Sensibility
Jane Eyre
Silent Spring
Zorba the Greek
Plus 1000s of other books...

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my books

Helena's Choice

Patty Apostolides

Helena's father, Dr. Cadfield, discovers antiquities in 1830s Greece. Upon his death, Helena searches for the treasures, and finds love in the process.


An Englishman, Dr. Cadfield, discovers antiquities while digging his deceased Greek father-in-law's foundation in 1830s post-war Greece. Cadfield bestows an ancient gold cup to the archaeological society in Athens before he dies. When no heir comes forth, the society continues the excavations on the Cadfield estate under the direction of Dr. Mastoras.

Unbeknowest to the society, Cadfield has a daughter, Helena, who lives in England. She is left penniless upon her father's death and becomes a governess to the Stirling family. Mr. Stirling is employed by King Otho of Greece, and his family, along with Helena, move to Greece.

Helena has a keen interest in visiting her grandfather's estate. Letters she received from her late father indicate that there are more treasures buried underneath the foundation. She is not aware of the excavations going on under the direction of Dr. Mastoras. Her visit to the estate leads her to the village monk, who shares a secret entrusted to him by her father - that opens many doors. Love is one of those doors. Will Helena's choice bring her happiness?

 

The Greek Maiden and the Engli....

Patty Apostolides

What really happened to the women and children during the Greek War of Independence against the Ottomans? This story follows Lily, one of those children.


It is 1831, and sixteen-year-old Lily, a gypsy, learns from Mirella her gypsy grandmother that her real parents are an Englishman and a Greek heiress. Shocked by the news, Lily questions her identity.

Her search for her parents begins not only a journey that physically transports her to England, but a coming-of-age journey of self-discovery. Finding out from cousins that her father is away in the Indies and her mother presumably dead from the war with the Ottomans, Lily is sent to a boarding school in York. There she abandons her gypsy way of life and learns how to dress, walk, and act like a lady.

Lily adjusts to life in England, and eventually returns to her familial home. The events that follow, stir up in her the dark, hidden past that she had buried all these years in her psyche. Flashbacks reveal the trauma she experienced as a child during the Greek war of independence against the Ottomans. She secretly falls in love with Edward, a handsome nobleman, but he is engaged to another. Haunted by her past, will Lily overcome her fears to face what awaits her?

 

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karelkoninkrijk wrote 1 day ago

Oh nice, lipon imaste filiés thora.

karelkoninkrijk wrote 4 days ago

no I don't, something about Bangladesh.

karelkoninkrijk wrote 4 days ago

Hi Patty, I remember now I had a Greek facebook friend from Corfu. Sh....

karelkoninkrijk wrote 5 days ago

Kalimera pedimou and thanks for your good advise. I can see you have ....

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Diamonds, Dukes, and Debutantes Chapter 1-5 This is one of the most refreshing and entertaining historical novels on authonomy! Well paced, polished, and well researched, I felt as if I were there, being party to everything going on in Kitty's life. Kitty decides to design a daring dress for a c... view book

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And When I read all the chapters of this captivating story. I chuckled, I cried, I sighed. There was so much going on in this story and I could relate to quite a bit of it, particularly the cancer. We all have been touched by cancer in one way or another, and you paint the picture very well, with... view book

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African Diary Chapter 1 This is a fascinating story and reads like a diary, yet I could easily see it as a movie. The story delves into another world that the majority of the people never get to witness. I enjoyed reading about the customs and cultures of Africa, with the fine details about ... view book

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A Relative Invasion Chapter 1-5 This story, told from the eyes of a five year old, is quite refreshing. The grownups have their own world to live in, and Billy, who is an only child, is lonely. However, when his cousin Kenneth arrives, he finds out that Kenneth is not fun to be with. Kenneth is... view book

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Gate of the Devil Chapter 1 As soon as I saw this story up, I had to read it, and the first chapter was mesmerizing. I felt for Isabella, who had a twin sister that fled from a betrothal, only to have herself placed in the same position. The characters come to life easily and I look forward to r... view book

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