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Falling for Provence
- Author
- Alison Roberts
- Narrator
- Emma Powell
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 21 September 2024
- Run Time
- 7 hours 39 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
She came to Provence in the hope of a fresh start, she never expected she would fall in love and find herself along the way.
Inheriting an old stone house in Provence, along with her sisters is the catalyst Ellie Gilchrist needs to put some distance between her and her grief. But when she arrives at the run down ‘La Masionette’ hidden amongst overgrown lavender and ivy, she wonders if she’s made a mistake?
That is until she meets her guarded neighbour Julien and his adorable little boy, and she’s surprised by the flutters of excitement she never thought she’d feel again. Add in rescuing a stray dog and she has the much needed distraction she needs. Ellie decides to stay temporarily and work on bringing the little house back to life again. If only she can ignore the fireworks that explode every time she’s around Julien. They both have hearts they want to protect, but a little temporary affaire can’t be too dangerous, especially when Ellie has stated she will be leaving after the last summer market of the season. But something in the alchemy of what she discovers in this part of France seems to be casting an irresistible spell making it difficult to walk away.
Fall head over heels in love with Provence and this unforgettable romance. Perfect for fans of Gillian Harvey, Kate Frost and Jennifer Bohnet
Praise for Alison Roberts
'A beautifully written romantic escape to Provence with endearing characters.' Jennifer Bohnet
'Ooh la la! A sexy French single dad doctor, an old house in need of a little TLC, a cute dog and even a pair of donkeys - what more do you need for a heartwarming escape to pretty Provence?' Victoria Springfield
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I wholeheartedly recommend "Falling for Provence" It’s a perfect choice for those who want to be swept away to a sun-kissed landscape where hope blossoms anew. This novel left me with a smile and a longing for my own French adventure!’ Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I didn’t want it to end, Highly recommended. Ten stars’ Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommend. One of the best romance novels I’ve read’ Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Absolutely gorgeous escape' Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Alison Roberts
- Narrator
- Emma Powell
- Duration
- 7 hours 39 minutes
- Release Date
- 21 September 2024
- ISBN
- 9781836173021
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Contemporary romance, Modern and contemporary fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Romance: wholesome, Fiction: mashup
Synopsis
A dreamy, escapist romance from Alison Roberts, perfect for fans of Gillian Harvey, Kate Frost and Lucy ColemanShe came to Provence in the hope of a fresh start, she never expected she would fall in love and find herself along the way.Inheriting an old stone house in Provence, along with her sisters is the catalyst Ellie Gilchrist needs to put some distance between her and her grief. But when she arrives at the run down ‘La Masionette’ hidden amongst overgrown lavender and ivy, she wonders if she’s made a mistake?That is until she meets her guarded neighbour Julien and his adorable little boy, and she’s surprised by the flutters of excitement she never thought she’d feel again. Add in rescuing a stray dog and she has the much needed distraction she needs. Ellie decides to stay temporarily and work on bringing the little house back to life again. If only she can ignore the fireworks that explode every time she’s around Julien. They both have hearts they want to protect, but a little temporary affaire can’t be too dangerous, especially when Ellie has stated she will be leaving after the last summer market of the season. But something in the alchemy of what she discovers in this part of France seems to be casting an irresistible spell making it difficult to walk away.Fall head over heels in love with Provence and this unforgettable romance. Perfect for fans of Gillian Harvey, Kate Frost and Jennifer BohnetPraise for Alison Roberts'A beautifully written romantic escape to Provence with endearing characters.' Jennifer Bohnet'Ooh la la! A sexy French single dad doctor, an old house in need of a little TLC, a cute dog and even a pair of donkeys - what more do you need for a heartwarming escape to pretty Provence?' Victoria Springfield⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I wholeheartedly recommend "Falling for Provence" It’s a perfect choice for those who want to be swept away to a sun-kissed landscape where hope blossoms anew. This novel left me with a smile and a longing for my own French adventure!’ Reader Review⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I didn’t want it to end, Highly recommended. Ten stars’ Reader Review⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommend. One of the best romance novels I’ve read’ Reader Review⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Absolutely gorgeous escape' Reader Review
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