The Affair Gill Paul by Gill Paul 9780007494118, 0007494114 instant download after payment.

An absorbing novel that goes behind the scenes of the 1963 movie Cleopatra… Rome 1961. As the camera rolls on the film set of Cleopatra, the Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton love affair is about to capture the world's attention. When Diana Bailey arrives on set to begin work as a historical advisor, tensions are running high. The film is in financial crisis and a media storm is brewing over the Taylor-Burton relationship. As Diana adjusts to a new life away from her troubled marriage, she strikes up a close friendship with Helen, a young make-up artist, and seeks solace in Ernesto, a charismatic member of the film crew. But Helen is harbouring a dark secret of her own, one that will affect Diana in more ways than she could ever imagine… An enthralling story of love and passion, set against the backdrop of one of the most iconic films ever made.