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The Magic of Provence
- Author
- Alison Roberts
- Narrator
- Emma Powell
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 5 July 2025
- Run Time
- 7 hours 20 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
Sometimes facing your fears can be the start of something wonderful. . .
Fiona Gilchrist has spent years running from her demons. But deciding to take back control, she packs up her life and makes the trip to Provence to be reunited with her sisters. And almost instantly, there is something about La Maisonette which is healing and Fi knows she’s ready for a chance to start again.
When an opportunity arises to work alongside vet Christophe Brabant, Fi, although hesitant cannot resist saying yes. Because immersing herself in what she loves is the ultimate distraction. And while Christophe may be utterly charming, he’s also committed to his job so Fi knows she’s in safe hands. Yet, what starts as a blossoming friendship quickly turns to something deeper. Because for the first time in her life, Fi begins to feel relaxed and completely at ease. Could it be that Christophe’s heart is more like hers than she realises? Or has she allowed him to penetrate the boundaries she always considered unbreachable?
Coming to France took a leap of faith, but in doing so it has allowed these two damaged souls a chance to find each other while Provence works its magic…
Fall head over heels in love with Provence and this unforgettable romance.
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 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 20 minutes
- Release Date
- 5 July 2025
- ISBN
- 9781836173212
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Contemporary romance, Fiction: general and literary, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Sense of place
Synopsis
A dreamy, escapist cosy romance by Alison Roberts, perfect for fans of Gillian Harvey, Kate Frost and Lucy ColemanSometimes facing your fears can be the start of something wonderful. . .Fiona Gilchrist has spent years running from her demons. But deciding to take back control, she packs up her life and makes the trip to Provence to be reunited with her sisters. And almost instantly, there is something about La Maisonette which is healing and Fi knows she’s ready for a chance to start again.When an opportunity arises to work alongside vet Christophe Brabant, Fi, although hesitant cannot resist saying yes. Because immersing herself in what she loves is the ultimate distraction. And while Christophe may be utterly charming, he’s also committed to his job so Fi knows she’s in safe hands. Yet, what starts as a blossoming friendship quickly turns to something deeper. Because for the first time in her life, Fi begins to feel relaxed and completely at ease. Could it be that Christophe’s heart is more like hers than she realises? Or has she allowed him to penetrate the boundaries she always considered unbreachable?Coming to France took a leap of faith, but in doing so it has allowed these two damaged souls a chance to find each other while Provence works its magic…Fall head over heels in love with Provence and this unforgettable romance.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 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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