Why Join?

  • Add New Books

  • Write a Review

  • Backpack Reading Lists

  • Newsletter Updates

Join Now

GIVEAWAY – 5 copies of The Villa by Ruth Kelly: BALEARIC ISLAND

11th June 2023

We are delighted to have 5 copies of The Villa by Ruth Kelly to offer this week:

5 copies of The Villa by Ruth Kelly

Death and mayhem erupt on an exclusive island as it plays host to a reality television show like no other . . . From bestselling author Ruth Kelly, The Villa is an electrifying summer read, perfect for fans of Lucy Foley and Catherine Cooper.

A Villa in Paradise

It’s destined to be the ultimate reality TV show. Ten contestants. A luxurious villa on a private island. Every moment streamed live to a global audience who have total control over those competing for the cash prize.

A Journalist Undercover

Reporter Laura is told to get the inside scoop on her fellow contestants. But once the games begin, she soon finds herself at the mercy of a ruthless producer willing to do anything to increase viewer numbers.

A Reality Show to Die For

There is more to every contestant than meets the eye, including Laura. They all have secrets they’d like to keep buried, and the pressure in paradise quickly reaches boiling point. How far will the contestants go to secure audience votes? And would somebody really kill to win?

HOW TO ENTER

  1. You need to be a member of TripFiction. Simply go to tripfiction.com and scroll down to the JOIN NOW tab. And we do check!
  2. Which is your favourite Balearic Island? Share your thoughts with us in the COMMENTS BELOW by Saturday, 24 June 2023. The first 5 names chosen at random will be sent a copy each of the novel. UK ONLY.

Join Team TripFiction on Social Media:

Twitter (@TripFiction), Facebook (@TripFiction.Literarywanderlust), YouTube (TripFiction #Literarywanderlust), Instagram (@TripFiction) and Pinterest (@TripFiction)

With thanks to the publisher for offering 5 copies in our giveaway.

Subscribe to future blog posts

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Comments

  1. User: Tina Hartas

    Posted on: 28/06/2023 at 5:05 pm

    WINNERS:

    Jean Vaughan
    Natalia
    WendyB
    RachelKanga
    Eluned

    Comment

  2. User: Victoria Bazley

    Posted on: 24/06/2023 at 9:58 pm

    My first experience of a Balearic Island was Majorca and was my first holiday with my now husband so is my favourite.

    Comment

  3. User: Natalia

    Posted on: 24/06/2023 at 5:49 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  4. User: Sagrl

    Posted on: 24/06/2023 at 3:17 pm

    Ibiza

    Comment

  5. User: Alexandra Round

    Posted on: 24/06/2023 at 3:08 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  6. User: SKnightley

    Posted on: 24/06/2023 at 9:54 am

    I have been to Majorca so that would have to be my favourite of the Balearic Islands. However I would love to go to Ibiza to sample the party atmosphere.

    Comment

  7. User: Lauren O

    Posted on: 24/06/2023 at 8:08 am

    Ibiza

    Comment

  8. User: Tracy B

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 11:15 pm

    Menorca

    Comment

  9. User: pyramidblaster

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 10:45 pm

    It has to be Menorca. I love Mahon.

    Comment

  10. User: Patricia Barrett

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 10:32 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  11. User: Claire Hamilton

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 10:20 pm

    I love Ibiza

    Comment

  12. User: Adrian Bold

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 10:16 pm

    Formentera

    Comment

  13. User: Linda Williams

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 9:48 pm

    Menorca

    Comment

  14. User: Patricia Avery

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 9:16 pm

    I’m afraid I haven’t been to any of the Balearics but I hope this doesn’t disqualify me from the competition as I would love the chance to read The Villa.

    Comment

  15. User: carrowkid

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 9:07 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  16. User: jmsrowlands

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 8:30 pm

    Majorca I haven’t actually been but have done a lot of research and planning to go in the future

    Comment

  17. User: Pauli57

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 8:12 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  18. User: lorelaicrumpet

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:47 pm

    Ibiza

    Comment

  19. User: Mark Williams

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:39 pm

    Majorca as I think it’s a really nice island with good beaches and plenty of places to visit. I’m actually going back there this September which proves that I like going there :).

    Comment

  20. User: dorawhitetail

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:37 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  21. User: Nicola Beedall

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:28 pm

    I’ve only been to Majorca, so I would have to say that, although I would like to visit the others one day

    Comment

  22. User: paul lodge

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:23 pm

    Majorca, I have very found memories of multi generation family holidays there

    Comment

  23. User: millyvanilli3

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:20 pm

    Ibiza

    Comment

  24. User: nicolej922

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:11 pm

    Ibiza

    Comment

  25. User: Angela Macdonald

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:05 pm

    Mallorca is my favourite (although to be honest it’s the only one I’ve been to!)

    Comment

  26. User: Logan

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 6:33 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  27. User: Jen

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 6:22 pm

    Ibiza – I love it. The beaches are lovely and it has a nice relaxed feel about it

    Comment

  28. User: Graham Atkin

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 6:11 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  29. User: Lefki

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 5:49 pm

    Hello! I’d love to win this book. My favorite Balearic island is Mallorca obviously! Thanks.

    Comment

  30. User: Erica Hughes

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 5:14 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  31. User: QuietGeordie

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 4:29 pm

    Not been to any of them – but on my to visit list!

    Comment

  32. User: Sheri

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 4:13 pm

    I love Mallorca, it actually is the only one I have visited and that was a long time ago

    Comment

  33. User: Priscilla Stubbs

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 3:55 pm

    Love Majorca

    Comment

  34. User: bobkinscotland

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 11:14 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  35. User: Brendan Gavan

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 10:11 am

    Ibiza

    Comment

  36. User: Julie Camm

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 9:49 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  37. User: Cornelia Ridler

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 9:28 am

    Ibiza – such a lovely island

    Comment

  38. User: Liz Atkin

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 8:48 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  39. User: Janine Atkin

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:46 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  40. User: sallie

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:12 am

    ibiza,had a good family holiday there

    Comment

  41. User: Alison Barker

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 7:08 am

    We love Formentera !

    Comment

  42. User: Michie

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 6:28 am

    Majorca … as we have many fond memories of holidays there when the boys were young. Many thanks

    Comment

  43. User: Rachelkanga

    Posted on: 23/06/2023 at 5:11 am

    Ibiza

    Comment

  44. User: Claire Mitchell

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 10:15 pm

    Majorca is a great destination. Pollensa is my favourite part of the island.

    Comment

  45. User: Karen Radford

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 6:27 pm

    Menorca – it’s great for a family holiday

    Comment

  46. User: Rosie Threakall

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 5:48 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  47. User: Sharon Arnott

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 4:04 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  48. User: Angela Kelly

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 3:10 pm

    I have never been to the Balearic Islands, but I would love to visit one day.

    Comment

  49. User: Penelope Senior

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 2:57 pm

    Love all of them but Majorca has to top the list because of it’s variety. Peaceful quiet coves, large beach resorts, hills and then the city of Palma

    Comment

  50. User: Beevans

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 11:44 am

    I love Minorca

    Comment

  51. User: David Paterson

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 10:23 am

    Menorca

    Comment

  52. User: Sue Dyke

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 9:05 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  53. User: Amy

    Posted on: 22/06/2023 at 7:53 am

    Ibiza is my favourite.

    Comment

  54. User: Kingfisher33

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 4:22 pm

    Ibiza is my favourite. A wonderful place to visit with something for all ages.

    Comment

  55. User: Zorro40

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 2:30 pm

    Ibiza

    Comment

  56. User: Pamela Cook

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 1:47 pm

    I love Minorca – it has everything I want on holiday

    Comment

  57. User: Amy Tinson

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 1:25 pm

    I’ve never been to any of the Balearic Islands but they are all on my wish-list!!

    Comment

  58. User: ThatchamIron

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 12:14 pm

    I love Majorca, in particular the South East corner and coastal areas up to the North. There are many secluded picturesque bays, sandy beaches and caves to explore.

    Comment

  59. User: Liz Hardy

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 10:26 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  60. User: melann

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 10:12 am

    My favourite is Menorca as no high rise buildings, beautiful beaches and quiet places. Lovely place but sadly not visited for years, maybe one day I will see it again.

    Comment

  61. User: Lilihu

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 10:06 am

    Majorca was lovely. Soller and Port de Soller are glorious.

    Comment

  62. User: Pageflicker

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 9:52 am

    Ibiza as it’s a good mix for young and old

    Comment

  63. User: Rebecca Pick

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 9:34 am

    Majorca – it’s beautiful

    Comment

  64. User: BeeNotts23

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 9:01 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  65. User: Spud66

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 8:57 am

    I like Menorca as it is quieter than Majorca and Ibiza

    Comment

  66. User: Kaisha Holloway

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 8:32 am

    Never visited any but I love the look of majorca

    Comment

  67. User: Buddy

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 6:05 am

    Menorca a lovely unspoilt island

    Comment

  68. User: Victoria Loftus

    Posted on: 21/06/2023 at 5:04 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  69. User: 1Ravenswood

    Posted on: 20/06/2023 at 7:56 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  70. User: Turtledove

    Posted on: 20/06/2023 at 3:08 am

    I’ve never been fortunate enough to visit them.

    Comment

  71. User: Susan Gilley

    Posted on: 19/06/2023 at 4:31 pm

    The Villa by Ruth Kelly:
    I love Majorca. It has all you need for a good holiday.

    Comment

  72. User: chris2468

    Posted on: 18/06/2023 at 5:39 pm

    Which is your favourite Balearic Island . . got to be Menorca

    Comment

  73. User: Susan Harrison

    Posted on: 18/06/2023 at 12:17 pm

    I absolutely love Mallorca mainly for it’s diversity regarding the different resorts

    Comment

  74. User: kellyhghs.kg

    Posted on: 18/06/2023 at 9:41 am

    Majorca, loved our holiday in Sa Coma

    Comment

  75. User: James Rowlands

    Posted on: 18/06/2023 at 9:23 am

    Has to be Majorca

    Comment

  76. User: Maya Russell

    Posted on: 18/06/2023 at 6:21 am

    Cabrera – because of the weather, topography and ancient history.

    Comment

  77. User: Gypsyqueen13

    Posted on: 17/06/2023 at 8:39 pm

    I love Ibiza. It’s an island with something for everyone. Great for party animals, families young and old alike.

    Comment

  78. User: Petewales

    Posted on: 17/06/2023 at 10:12 am

    Have enjoyed many holidays in the Balearics and love all the islands but for me Mallorca is my favourite. Especially love Porto De Soller, just being in the town square watching the tram going through is wonderful.

    Comment

  79. User: Alex Porter

    Posted on: 17/06/2023 at 9:24 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  80. User: janetpybon

    Posted on: 17/06/2023 at 8:58 am

    Menorca – unspoilt and full of character

    Comment

  81. User: Aerobar229

    Posted on: 17/06/2023 at 7:49 am

    Favourite Balearic island is Minorca always so beautiful love it and love to win this amazing giveaway

    Comment

  82. User: AdiLee

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 9:12 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  83. User: Vixylou

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 8:45 pm

    I have fond memories of Menorca from my first girls holiday with my friends when we had all turned 18!

    Comment

  84. User: Nuttynan

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 8:12 pm

    Menorca as its less busy and has many scenic spots

    Comment

  85. User: PeteFlem

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 7:58 pm

    Never been but love to read about

    Comment

  86. User: Debbie W

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 2:13 pm

    I’ve never been to the Balearics, but I’d choose Menorca if I were visiting as it is supposed to be quieter and very beautiful.

    Comment

  87. User: Laura Jeffs

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 1:33 pm

    My favourite Balearic island is Majorca, I have lovely memories of this beautiful island

    Comment

  88. User: Louise Geoghegan

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 1:15 pm

    Currently in Menorca and it’s pretty fabulous!

    Comment

  89. User: Sancha

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 12:18 pm

    I enjoyed our holiday in Menorca

    Comment

  90. User: Marco

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 11:44 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  91. User: Greenblue12

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 10:39 am

    Minorca is a favourite because of its green blue sea, so warm and inviting &little coves.

    Comment

  92. User: Denise Small

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 10:25 am

    Majorca

    Comment

  93. User: gd2023

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 9:24 am

    Menorca is very welcoming.

    Comment

  94. User: Madamoiselle

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 8:02 am

    I adore Mallorca , in particular , Valldemossa . It’s a unspoilt village in the hills . A great retreat for artists and painters , back in the day . The only sound you will here , is the sound of church bells . . .Take me there .

    Comment

  95. User: grooviegrieve

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 7:54 am

    For me it has to be Menorca because that’s where we went on honeymoon.

    Comment

  96. User: Tamdy

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 7:51 am

    Menorca

    Comment

  97. User: Jac

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 7:48 am

    I’ve been to Majorca a couple of times when I was younger but these days I’m a home bird.

    Comment

  98. User: Alyson Caddick

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 7:18 am

    Ibiza, ‘The White Island’ is my favourite. Brings back memories of family holidays.

    Comment

  99. User: stoolballgirl

    Posted on: 16/06/2023 at 4:05 am

    Majorca! It has everything – beautiful beaches, mountains, historic buildings, vibrant Palma or quiet coastal villages – simply beautiful!

    Comment

  100. User: Zuzana Babicova

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 6:50 pm

    Ibiza

    Comment

  101. User: lapsapchung

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 5:47 pm

    I’m not keen on touristy places and definitely no clubbing for me (at my age I’d probably do myself a mischief) but I’m told that Menorca has some really beautiful out of the way spots to visit

    Comment

  102. User: Brenda Hackett

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 3:05 pm

    Minorca had a beautiful holiday there.

    Comment

  103. User: philatel

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 2:32 pm

    I’ve only been to Majorca – my 1st holiday abroad – in the early 1960’s. Lovely beaches, visited Palma, great food and drink.

    Comment

  104. User: Mary Newstead

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 1:58 pm

    I have never been to any of them, but a friend of mine went to Corfu and said it was beautiful. To be honest, all of them would make a wonderful adventure to visit!

    Comment

  105. User: Brendan Payne

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 1:00 pm

    I’ve been to Majorca its beautiful!

    Comment

  106. User: Lesevans6

    Posted on: 15/06/2023 at 4:38 am

    Majorca, great beaches. and places to eat and drink.

    Comment

  107. User: Lisa Wilkinson

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 8:15 pm

    I love Ibiza. I spent the whole summer there in 2005 so have some amazing memories!!

    Comment

  108. User: Isis1981uk

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 8:03 pm

    I’ve never been to any, but Majorca always sounds beautiful!

    Comment

  109. User: claire woods

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 7:21 pm

    I have only been to Menorca.

    Comment

  110. User: dana

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 12:18 pm

    I have only been to Menorca, so that has to be my favourite.

    Comment

  111. User: Joanne Lloyd-Thomas

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 11:35 am

    Menorca

    Comment

  112. User: julia Linsley

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 10:15 am

    We love Formentera because of the amazing beaches sparkling clear waters fabulous snorkelling and sailing.
    There are fantastic markets and some special resturants

    Comment

  113. User: Howard Foster

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 8:55 am

    Formentera – Not as crowded as the other islands, beautiful beaches and fantastic snorkelling

    Comment

  114. User: atebbs

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 8:44 am

    Ibiza

    Comment

  115. User: WendyB

    Posted on: 14/06/2023 at 12:23 am

    I have always liked Majorca but have not been for a while. I hope it has not changed.

    Comment

  116. User: Tracey Poulter

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 9:59 pm

    Menorca

    Comment

  117. User: Janet Haste

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 5:11 pm

    I have visited Menorca once and would love to go back there.

    Comment

  118. User: Quod

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 4:51 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  119. User: Linda Acaster

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 2:33 pm

    Majorca, went there again this year

    Comment

  120. User: galadrial

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 2:20 pm

    For me my favourite Balearic Island is Menorca, it is quieter than the other islands. There are flowers everywhere, the colours are stunning.

    Comment

  121. User: Jackief

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 1:40 pm

    Majorca

    Comment

  122. User: Sheena Batey

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 1:29 pm

    Corfu many happy memories there

    Comment

  123. User: Kim Murray

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 1:28 pm

    I’ve never been but Formentera takes my fancy x

    Comment

  124. User: Jan

    Posted on: 13/06/2023 at 12:44 pm

    Menorca, it’s beautiful

    Comment

  125. User: Lisa22

    Posted on: 12/06/2023 at 8:23 pm

    My favourite Balearic Island is Ibiza. We had some wonderful family holidays there when I was a child. It was also where I learned to swim!

    Comment

  126. User: Denice

    Posted on: 12/06/2023 at 7:05 pm

    Majorca is beautiful and my favourite, can’t wait to go back

    Comment

  127. User: Thunderbird

    Posted on: 12/06/2023 at 5:05 pm

    I’ve only been to Majorca twice as a young one to an 18-30 holiday! It wasn’t all booze as I love sightseeing so made the most of it. That was over 30 years ago!
    I’d love to go to Menorca as it sounds more my cup of tea, peaceful and beautiful

    Comment

  128. User: Lesley Morton-Evans

    Posted on: 12/06/2023 at 10:49 am

    It would be Menorca . It has everything . It can be both tranquil and full of activities.

    Comment

  129. User: BiblioHound

    Posted on: 12/06/2023 at 7:07 am

    My favourite is Menorca – many happy memories of holidays there when my children were young. Beautiful beaches, friendly people and very relaxing.

    Comment

  130. User: Sue Barton

    Posted on: 12/06/2023 at 6:23 am

    I love Majorca, particularly around Cala D’Or

    Comment

  131. User: eluned

    Posted on: 11/06/2023 at 9:03 pm

    Menorca a beautiful island full of memories for me!

    Comment

  132. User: Janine

    Posted on: 11/06/2023 at 6:23 pm

    Minorca

    Comment

  133. User: Karen hutchinson

    Posted on: 11/06/2023 at 5:58 pm

    Only been to Minorca so will go with that

    Comment

  134. User: Jean Vaughan

    Posted on: 11/06/2023 at 5:56 pm

    I love Menorca not just for it’s climate and beautiful coves dotted around but it is a perfect haven for relaxing and recharging the batteries. Flowers grow everywhere, so many different varieties and butterflies are in abundance. Life goes at a slower pace than the other Balariacs (although there is plenty of entertainment if you want it), the people are so very friendly and welcoming especially in the villages. It’s the place to drive a little, park up, then stroll, enjoying the peaceful ambience.

    Comment