One Woman. Three Countries. Untold Secrets.
When duty and desire collide, how far would you go to claim the life calling your name?
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Hello, I’m Natalie Turner—author, TEDx speaker, and passionate explorer of what it means to live with purpose, creativity, and courage.
The Red Silk Dress is my debut novel, inspired by years of living in Southeast Asia and Europe. It weaves together themes close to my heart: identity, cultural connection, and the quiet strength it takes to follow one’s inner voice.
As someone who’s worked at the intersection of leadership, innovation, and personal growth, I’ve always believed that stories have the power to awaken us—to help us see ourselves, and each other, more clearly.
Whether through fiction, through my award-winning non-fiction book Yes, You Can Innovate, or the work I do with people and organisations, I’m driven by a desire to spark reflection, transformation, and deeper human connection.
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Watch this video to explore the heart of The Red Silk Dress — its emotional depth, rich cross‑cultural setting, and where you can join me on this journey ahead.
The Red Silk Dress
From the mystical temples of Angkor Wat to the glittering expat communities of Malaysia and the timeless elegance of Paris, *The Red Silk Dress* unfolds a story of secrets, longing, and transformation.
Claudette, a French expat trapped in a loveless marriage, is captivated by Som—a charismatic Cambodian whose passion for his homeland awakens desires she thought were lost. Balancing motherhood and fading dreams, she’s haunted by echoes from her past and drawn toward yearnings she can no longer ignore.
Torn between duty and the seductive pull of an awakening that promises both freedom and loss, Claudette must confront loyalty, love, and self—or risk losing the chance to design the life she truly wants.
Natalie Turner’s debut is an evocative exploration of second chances, the risks of following one’s heart, and the secrets we keep—even from ourselves. For everyone yearning to reclaim their identity, this unforgettable journey will linger long after the final page.
Filmed in front of the tiled mural in my home courtyard, this video shares how The Red Silk Dress emerged from memory, visual inspiration, and my childhood dream of becoming a storyteller.
Praise for The Red Silk Dress
Reflections from authors, creatives, and change-makers around the world
From the Hearts of Readers
A chorus of voices reflecting on identity, longing, and the power of story
Thank you to all the readers, reviewers and fabulous supporters who have been part of my writing journey.
Through Claudette’s vivid inner voice, The Red Silk Dress pulled me in so emotionally, I found myself shouting at the page. A powerful, nuanced look at female empowerment, motherhood, and messy, real-life choices, as a male reader, I was surprised by how much I related. A bold, beautifully written debut.
The Red Silk Dress is a vivid and emotionally charged story of expat life across Southeast Asia. Turner masterfully captures the agonising struggle of a woman caught between desire and duty, holding on and letting go. As Claudette’s passion for life reignites, she is compelled to confront the most profound question of all: ‘What does my heart say?‘
A soul-stirring odyssey about standing at the crossroads of the safety of conformity and the allure of love and buried dreams, drawing us into an inner and outer journey that awakens the senses. Bold, intimate, and achingly honest, The Red Silk Dress reminds us that the most meaningful paths often call us to confront our deepest selves.
A beautifully woven tale that shimmers with sensuality, nostalgia, and the heart-wrenching tensions that shape our deepest choices.
Turner’s evocative writing immediately transports you to Cambodia’s temples, hotel lobbies, fashionable boutiques and markets. You can almost smell the spices and feel the heat on your skin.
Gripping from the opening pages, I couldn't put down The Red Silk Dress. Memories of Asia viscerally flooded back as I journeyed alongside Claudette through this captivating story. Turner creates such an immersive experience that you feel transported to every scene. A must-read that leaves you eagerly anticipating what comes next!
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Some stories whisper. This one called her name.
The Red Silk Dress is a debut novel about what you may risk - and what you may find - when you choose to pursue your truth. Spanning continents and inner worlds, it is a journey into the heart of desire, identity, and the delicate threads that tie us to home.
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For Media & Early Reviewers
If you're a journalist, magazine editor, or reviewer interested in previewing The Red Silk Dress ahead of publication, I’d love to hear from you.
I’m currently seeking a small number of early media partners to provide short blurbs or reflections as the novel builds towards launch in Autumn 2025.
Feel free to contact me directly at natalie@theredsilkdress.com
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