A Parthenon on our Roof: Adventures of an Anglo-Greek Marriage

A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy.
Gold medal winner. The Global Book Awards. Biographical - Travel.

This book, the first in the Parthenon series, takes us into the heart of Englishman Peter Barber’s adopted Greek family. Humour, love, beauty, a fiery wife and Greek culture are presented in a hilarious package, the perfect escapist read.

Recent praise for A Parthenon on our Roof:
‘Reminds me of The Durrell’s’
‘Peter has written a lovely account of his life in Greece in this easy reading book. It’s full of hilarious tales and I really didn’t want it to finish. If he could write sequels, and perhaps prequels, I think they would make a wonderful television series, especially for those of us who are missing The Durrell’s’.
Doodle. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 18, 2022

‘Hugely enjoyable book’
‘If you've spent any time in Greece, you will laugh out loud. Wonderful beach read’!
Irena Karafilly. Author of Arrested Song, and The Captive Sun.

‘I was in a beautiful country with a wonderful person bedside me’ – a Greek initiation!
“British born author Peter Barber presents a thoroughly entertaining memoir of his life as an Anglo man married to a Greek woman – a story that outdistances the ongoing cinematic exploration of “My Big Fat Greek Wedding’ because of the excellent combination of fact with humor”.
Grady Harp. Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2022

A great read.
‘What a wonderful piece of travel writing! ‘A Parthenon on Our Roof’ is a non-fiction book that gives you insight on real Greek living from the point of view of a Brit, and it is the perfect escapist read for those who enjoy comedic anecdotes based on real life’.
Julie Tsang Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 21, 2022

Laugh out loud, fabulous book.
‘Oh my, this book is an absolute delight. I listened on Audible and the Greek music either end of a chapter was perfect. Peter has a lovely way with words, you were transported into the many stories, and I could smell the heady aromas, see the goings on. I love fiery Alex and her family and look forward to more instalments. I thoroughly recommend it to grecophiles and anyone else who enjoys a thoroughly good read’.
HelloSan Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 January 2023

A fun enjoyable read
‘The book is well written, with the words flowing smoothly. The writer is very good at painting the picture with emotion but also a good dose of humour. I wasn’t too sure what to make of this when I first started reading but it was a fun witty enjoyable read’.
H.Taylor. VINE VOICE. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 September 2022

Takes you right into Greece!
‘Right from the beginning of this book, you're brought into the midst of a Greek family … quirks and all. A really delightful read and you'll come out of it feeling as if you've been in both the heart and the craziness of Greece’.
Alex Morton. Author. Somewhere Else Reviewed in Canada on 17 September 2022