«An absorbing story of a brother and sister separated by troubled times in an Italy torn between fascination and hatred of fascism . . . A powerful story sweetly told»

<b>Antonio Iturbe, author of <i>The Librarian of Auschwitz</i></b>

«A heartbreaking read set against the backdrop of WWII»

S Magazine (Express)

«Deeply affecting . . . This is an enjoyable, fast-paced and emotionally engaging story that portrays the ideological divides of wartime Italy from different childhood perspectives»

Historical Novel Society

«Moving and evocative . . . Rosie has produced a tender portrayal of wartime Italy, vividly describing the previously vibrant neighbourhoods and the bravery that sometimes comes to the fore in the face of tragedy»

The Lady

«Diana Rosie’s latest novel tells the story of a family pulled apart by conflict . . . Pippo and Clara’s dad was killed when they were very young and when the family move to an Italian city, they find themselves separated from both their mother and each other. Taken in by two different families, they dream of finding each other again as they do their best to survive in Italy’s changing political climate»

OK Magazine

«Charms and illuminates in equal measure»

Fanny Blake on <i>Alberto's Lost Birthday</i>

«Moving, thoughtful and absorbing . . . Alberto's Lost Birthday reminds us of the importance of home and the peace that comes with knowing who we truly are»

<i>Mail on Sunday</i> on<i> Alberto's Lost Birthday</i>

«Will capture your heart until the very end»

<i>Essentials </i>magazine on <i>Alberto's Lost Birthday</i>

«A fascinating look at Spain’s troubled history and a heartwarming intergenerational love story about the bonds of family»

<i>Red </i>magazine on <i>Alberto's Lost Birthday</i>