Writers in the Library - Tess Woods

What to Expect:

12 noon – Light lunch served

12.30pm – In conversation

1.30pm – Book signing

About the Book – The Cairo Bridal Shop

The highly anticipated new novel by the bestselling author of The Venice Hotel.

Nestled at the bustling foot of the pyramids lies the iconic Albi Bridal Shop, where three sisters are about to break the shackles of tradition to fight for their futures.

When Mariam Albi was tragically killed, the responsibility of running the business was thrust upon the eldest daughter, Sarah. Bound to the dress shop and to the demands of her husband and his spiteful mother, Sarah finds herself trapped with nowhere to turn.

Political journalist Aya is writing the story of her career, while on the cusp of a thrilling new relationship with Australian-raised journalist, Gamal. When Gamal is arrested on suspicion of treason, Aya risks her life to follow her heart.

University student Lola, the youngest of the Albi girls, is finding her place in the world while masking her true identity. Her secret is exposed, putting her life in grave danger, as she faces losing everything and everyone she loves.

Inspired by the stories of the ancient pharaoh queens before them, the Albi sisters must harness their inner strength to survive – for in Egypt, history runs deep but blood runs deeper.

About the Author – Tess Woods

Tess Woods once had a simple life until her compulsion to write made-up stories complicated everything. Tess is a Top 10 bestselling, award winning author of contemporary fiction.

Tess also works as a physiotherapist in private practice. Tess shares a clinic and a home on the stunning Western Australian coast with her husband. Tess is the mother of two grown-up children who she loves to travel with, and a fluffy cat who keeps her company while she writes. Tess was born in Alexandria in Northern Egypt and she has drawn from her heritage to write The Cairo Bridal Shop, the book of her heart.