The Brand New Evie Woods Book

The brand new book from the international bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop! 'Heartwarming and full of wonder ... a spellbinding tale' Barnes & Noble Reads
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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.
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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 music and 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
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Community Reviews
I would like to file a formal complaint against Evie Woods for writing historical fiction so absorbing that I resurfaced from this book like I’d just time-traveled and forgotten to notify my responsibilities.

This story grabbed me in chapter one and politely refused to release me until the last page. Not gently. Not kindly. More like: you live here now, bring snacks.
The premise alone is already suspiciously good. Somewhere inside Heathrow Airport’s Lost and Found (which is apparently a treasure trove of destiny and chaos) sits a mysterious violin capable of changing lives.
When some people lose things at airports it’s AirPods, dignity, and the will to stand in security lines. Other people lose enchanted instruments tied to history and fate.
But the real flex?
The violin has POV chapters.
Yes.
The violin.
Narrates.
And somehow it’s not gimmicky. It’s mesmerizing. Emotional. Elegant. Slightly smug. That instrument has more personality than half the fictional men I’ve read lately.
The interwoven timelines are seamless, the mystery unfolds like it knows it’s smarter than you, and every thread pulls tighter until suddenly you’re 300 pages deep whispering, “Okay but I actually care about everyone involved and that feels dangerous.”
Things this book did to me:
made me emotionally invested in an object
made me google violin history like I was preparing for an exam
made me forget my phone existed
made me want to make a quick trip to Unclaimed Baggage to look for old violins
This is historical fiction at its absolute best — immersive, elegant, layered, and just mysterious enough to make you feel clever for keeping up while secretly being led exactly where the author wants you. Which, frankly, is a power move.
Stunning storytelling. Emotional sabotage disguised as literature. If this book were in an airport Lost and Found, I’d commit minor crimes to claim it.

This story grabbed me in chapter one and politely refused to release me until the last page. Not gently. Not kindly. More like: you live here now, bring snacks.
The premise alone is already suspiciously good. Somewhere inside Heathrow Airport’s Lost and Found (which is apparently a treasure trove of destiny and chaos) sits a mysterious violin capable of changing lives.
When some people lose things at airports it’s AirPods, dignity, and the will to stand in security lines. Other people lose enchanted instruments tied to history and fate.
But the real flex?
The violin has POV chapters.
Yes.
The violin.
Narrates.
And somehow it’s not gimmicky. It’s mesmerizing. Emotional. Elegant. Slightly smug. That instrument has more personality than half the fictional men I’ve read lately.
The interwoven timelines are seamless, the mystery unfolds like it knows it’s smarter than you, and every thread pulls tighter until suddenly you’re 300 pages deep whispering, “Okay but I actually care about everyone involved and that feels dangerous.”
Things this book did to me:
made me emotionally invested in an object
made me google violin history like I was preparing for an exam
made me forget my phone existed
made me want to make a quick trip to Unclaimed Baggage to look for old violins
This is historical fiction at its absolute best — immersive, elegant, layered, and just mysterious enough to make you feel clever for keeping up while secretly being led exactly where the author wants you. Which, frankly, is a power move.
Stunning storytelling. Emotional sabotage disguised as literature. If this book were in an airport Lost and Found, I’d commit minor crimes to claim it.
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