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A captivating and mysterious coming-of-age literary tale set in a European city full of culture! Foteini Carteris leaves her life in Australia and moves to Greece at the cusp of adulthood. When she starts a business in the city of Thessaloniki several years later, her life is running smoothly and it continues to do so when a philosophical and charismatic young man named Lazaros enters her life ... the same year that the city is recognised for its cultural assets. She rejoices in new-found love and in the art scene that surrounds her. However, it all comes crashing down! Lazaros vanishes, and she finds herself constantly looking over her shoulder as she senses danger is following her at every turn. Her childhood fuses with her present life when memories of an unforeseen incident come flooding back ... of her and her parents fleeing the port of Thessaloniki in 1977 and frantically flying back to Australia ... soon after meeting a mysterious university lecturer who'd been introduced to them as Manolis. Throughout her childhood, Foteini relentlessly searches for answers ... to no avail, as her parents have shut the door to that chapter of their lives forever! As danger pursues her again, she is forced to take matters in her own hands and to shed light on the strange incident which occurred at the port back in 1977. More importantly, could recent events explain why Lazaros jumped ship? Spanning three decades from the seventies, eighties and nineties, this roller-coaster journey of mystery, love, and self-determination unfolds with the omnipresent backdrop of the alluring Aegean Sea, and the historical surroundings of Thessaloniki where the enigmatic coastline is a constant reminder of the mystery and beauty of life. Curiosity Spares the Butterfly is a captivating and heart-warming tale of one woman's quest to put an end to all the pretences and innuendoes, and to seek justice and truth!

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""Curiosity Spares the Butterfly"" by Anthea Syrokou is a captivating and suspenseful tale. The author's vivid descriptions of Sydney and Greece transport readers to these enchanting cities, painting them with vibrant beauty. I found myself eagerly turning the pages, unable to put the book down. This story is a perfect escape, delving into themes of family, love, and friendship. If you're seeking a captivating read, I highly recommend phenomenal time slip story."" - Caroline's Page Turners ""This beautifully written mysterious tale set in Greece totally captivated me from start to finish. Perfect for readers who love European coming of age stories in which place is as important as characters. Recommended!"" - Literary Redhead ""If sweeping, escapist novels set in Greece are your thing, with lyrical prose and a protagonist you can take firmly into your affections, then you will find plenty here to please. I liked how Syrokou uses the recurring motif of butterflies, and the heart-warming themes of family, love, and truth are truly compelling."" - Brown Flopsy's Book Burrow

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