The Island by Victoria Hislop
The Island is a moving and compassionate tale of tragedy, war and passion located around Greece’s former leper colony – the tiny deserted island of Spinalonga.
Ex-Hollyoaks actress, Sarah Dunnprovides a plot synopsis whilst on holiday in the Loire Valley, France. Joining Richard & Judy in the studio to discuss their thoughts on the book are actor and comedian Alexander Armstrong actress Trudie Goodwin. We also hear from our own reviewers who are holidaying in Malaga in Spain and have taken The Island away with them as their Summer Read.
The Loire Valley
Sarah Dunn was on holiday with her mum, Dorothy, in the Loire Valley, France.
The Region
The Loire Valley region is accessible, affordable and appealing to everyone. Known for wine and chateaux, the region also boasts stunning natural parks and outdoor areas, including UNESCO protected sites, housing rare flora, fauna and bird life. In 2006, the "Loire à Vélo" trail offers an additional route between Beaugency and Mareau-aux-Prés, a village on the doorstep of Orléans, so get pedaling! Whether a city break or a family activity holiday, the region looks forward to welcoming you.
Grandes Etapes
The luxury location in the Loire Valley for the crew was the stunning Chateau D'Artigny, the grand 18th Century residence located just outside the city of Tours. Offering an unrivalled wine cellar for tasting workshops, a spa for pampering treatments and a variety of activities including horseriding and archery, the Chateau D'Artigny is the ideal base for a stylish weekend retreat.
La Touraine
Ryanair
Jetting over to the Loire Valley has never been easier with Ryanair, with a direct daily flight from Stansted to Tours which the lowest fare from €31, 99 including taxes and charges. Two hours and you're ready to hit the shops...or the wine cellars!
The Summer Read Galaxy Giveaway
Each week we'll be giving away £5,000 courtesy of Galaxy! To enter the competition, call 09012 93 33 39 and answer the question given on that Wednesday's show.
Lines close at midnight on the following Friday. Calls cost £1 and callers must be over 16.
