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The Floating Venice Bookshop
The Floating Shop series (Related to this series)
- Author
- Annabel French
- Narrator
- Laura Kirman
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 12 February 2026
- Run Time
- 9 hours 6 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
'The perfect holiday read, romantic and so fun' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Beth loves everything about living in Venice. The meandering canals and the cobbled streets have captured her heart, so when she loses her job and fears she’ll have to return to England, she’s devastated.
When she stumbles upon a book barge for sale, it seems like fate. Beth has always dreamed of opening a bookshop that combines her two passions: art and books. She just needs to be brave enough to take the leap.
Enter Marco, a gorgeous, passionate Venetian art promoter. Their chemistry is instant and electric, but Beth needs Marco’s local knowledge to launch her business and the last thing she wants is a distraction. However, as they work together, it becomes clear how hard it is to ignore the sparks flying between them.
The closer they become, the more their attraction grows. Soon, they will have to choose: should they face their fears and give love a chance? Or walk away forever?
A heartwarming, escapist romance, perfect for fans of Julie Caplin and Cressida McLaughlin.
Critics Review
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Readers LOVE The Floating Venice Bookshop!
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‘I loved this book!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘This was a fantastic read! Who wouldn’t want a floating bookshop!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘Wow wow wow. I needed a cheerful read and this was fantastic. I read in a night!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘A charming and delightful Italian romance.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘Such a beautifully written book.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘I loved it from start to finish, truly amazing!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘’What a wonderful book. So uplifting and joyous.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘This book was the perfect escape.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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If you’re looking to escape with a cosy warm book this is definitely the one. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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‘I loved it from start to finish, truly amazing!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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PRAISE FOR ANNABEL FRENCH
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'A charming and evocative read that will have you dreaming in French and wishing you were there.’ – Rebecca Raisin
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‘A Provencal sun drenched read that conjures up the scent of summer in France.’ – Julie Caplin
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‘Swoony and romantic!’ – Leonie Mack
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‘Oh la la! This is the perfect escape.’ – Bella Osborne
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‘The kind of romance that ticks all my boxes. The perfect, escapist holiday read.’ – Sarah Bennett
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‘Beautifully written – a real gem of a read!’ – Lucy Coleman
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'What a blooming lovely story! The Amsterdam setting is joyous and makes for an enviable romantic escape. Take me there!' – Kate Frost
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‘A gorgeous escapist read, with a wonderful love story about healing and the power of taking chances.’ – Holly Martin
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'I recommend this to anyone who wants to feel their heart lifted.’ – Kate Storey
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‘Gorgeous setting. Gripping plot. Wonderfully romantic. I loved this story!’ – Samantha Tonge
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‘This beautifully written romance was wonderfully evocative and a delight to read.' – Rachel Burton
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Details
- Author
- Annabel French
- Narrator
- Laura Kirman
- Duration
- 9 hours 6 minutes
- Release Date
- 12 February 2026
- ISBN
- 9780008736491
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Modern and Contemporary romance, Romance: wholesome / clean, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Narrative theme: sense of place, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction / Stories about family
Synopsis
Can a bookshop bring two hearts together? 'The perfect holiday read, romantic and so fun' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beth loves everything about living in Venice. The meandering canals and the cobbled streets have captured her heart, so when she loses her job and fears she’ll have to return to England, she’s devastated. When she stumbles upon a book barge for sale, it seems like fate. Beth has always dreamed of opening a bookshop that combines her two passions: art and books. She just needs to be brave enough to take the leap. Enter Marco, a gorgeous, passionate Venetian art promoter. Their chemistry is instant and electric, but Beth needs Marco’s local knowledge to launch her business and the last thing she wants is a distraction. However, as they work together, it becomes clear how hard it is to ignore the sparks flying between them. The closer they become, the more their attraction grows. Soon, they will have to choose: should they face their fears and give love a chance? Or walk away forever? A heartwarming, escapist romance, perfect for fans of Julie Caplin and Cressida McLaughlin.
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