Description
The Making of Mrs Petrakis by Mary Karras is a historical novel about a woman rebuilding her life against the backdrop of political upheaval in Cyprus during the 1970s.
After escaping a difficult marriage, Maria Petrakis starts afresh in London, where she opens a bakery and begins to establish her independence. Through her work and growing ties with the Greek Cypriot community, she finds a sense of purpose and connection while confronting the challenges of leaving her old life behind. Food, family traditions and cultural identity become central to her journey towards a future shaped by her own choices.
Warm and character-driven, this novel explores resilience, belonging and the courage it takes to begin again. It will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction centred on family, cultural heritage and women finding their own way forward.
