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A Taste of Italian Sunshine by Leonie Mack (Hardback)
£22.99
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Product Ref. (e.g. ISBN, SKU)
9781804158425
Published:
12 May 2023
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
286 pages
Dimensions:
229x236x28mm
Weight:
0.519kgs
Author:
Jenn has always prided herself on being a city girl - she insists on easy access to good coffee and great food, not to mention an easy commute. So, when her job takes her to one of the most famous Italian wine regions in search of the perfect Prosecco, travelling to meetings on a tractor is a bit of a culture shock. Tiziano hates the city. He was made for the mountains and vineyards of Veneto, and generations of his family have earnt their living from the land. But times are changing even in the Italian countryside, and the arrival of Jenn at his grandmother's B&B opens up a window on a different world. Jenn has two months to persuade the Prosecco producers to trust her with their business, and Tiziano has one summer to persuade Jenn that there's more to life than the rat race. But can a city girl and a country boy ever find enough in common to see a future beyond one long summer of sun.
A feel-good, uplifting opposites attract summer romance from Leonie Mack
'A delicious Italian escape - perfect summer reading' Mandy Baggot
Jenn has always prided herself on being a city girl - she insists on easy access to good coffee, great food from around the globe, not to mention an easy commute. So, when her job takes her to one of the most famous Italian wine regions in search of the perfect Prosecco, travelling to meetings on a tractor is a bit of a culture shock.
Tiziano hates the city. He was made for the mountains and vineyards of Veneto, and generations of his family have earned their living from the land. But times are changing even in the Italian countryside, and the arrival of Jenn at his grandmother's B&B opens up a window on a different world.
Jenn has two months to persuade the Prosecco producers to trust her with their business, and Tiziano has one summer to persuade Jenn that there's more to life than the rat race. But can a city girl and a country boy ever find enough in common to see a future beyond one long summer of sun…
Praise for Leonie Mack:
Authors love Leonie Mack:
'As funny as it is emotional, the story is full of tender moments and hilarious escapades' Helen Hawkins
'A wonderfully escapist read about second chances' Carryl Church
'I love her beautiful settings and brooding heroes!' Sarah Bennett
'A masterclass in how to put characters in near-impossible situations and bring them out on the other side in a totally believable way. A treat of a book - knotty premise, vivid characters and deft plot all equally good' Sue Moorcroft
'An addictive, emotional rollercoaster of a romance, drenched in sunshine and laughter' Emma Jackson
'I love Leonie's books - so romantic!' Sandy Barker
Readers LOVE Leonie Mack:
'Oh my word! This book! Incredible ❤️ the perfect love story, it made me tear up so many times. I won't spoil the plot but just know you have to read it. I'm gutted it's ended' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader Review
'If you're looking for a story that will grab you, take hold of your heart and not let it go, has humour, heartache, slow burn romance, adventure and tension, this is definitely the book for you' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader Review
'This book is an absolutely perfect example in its genre. Leonie is adept at drawing the reader in with imaginative plot, sympathetic characters, beautiful and exquisitely crafted settings, and real emotional development and connections throughout the story... If you like this type of travel romance, you can't do better. Highly recommended' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader Review
'The whole book was an exceptional read - an original plot, compelling and exciting, extremely moving, characters with real depth and development, a romance I really believed in, a setting brought vividly to life, and a mystery to explore that kept its secrets until the very end. I couldn't recommend it more highly - and I know you're going to love this one as much as I did!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader Review
'My second book by this author. Leonie Mack's settings are well drawn and inviting… Beautiful description, wonderful dynamic between the two protagonists. Loved it' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader Review
About the Author: Leonie Mack is an author of romantic comedies with great international locations. Having lived in London for many years her home is now in Germany with her husband and three children. Leonie loves train travel, medieval towns, hiking and happy endings!
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