Dreaming of Italy by T.A. Williams.

Today I am excited to take part in the publication day push for the new, romantic and sunshine filled release from T.A. Williams. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part in this, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Up for a dream promotion, Emma won’t let anything get in her way – not even love.

Working for a major Hollywood film company isn’t all glitz and glam. But when Emma gets sent to tour around Italy to scout the perfect location for a new blockbuster movie, she’s not going to complain. Especially when it could make or break her career…

Historical adviser Mark is a distraction that Emma does not need. As they explore the beauty of Italy, though, Emma starts to fall for the mysterious historian, finding herself torn between her job and her heart.

From the wild, northern mountains of Piedmont, down the vibrant coast of Cinque Terre and through the rolling hills of Tuscany, Emma’s journey becomes one of self-discovery as she questions her priorities in life.

This heartwarming story of romance and redemption is the perfect read for fans of Tilly Tennant, Holly Martin and Daisy James.

My Review

This is such a wonderful read that will have you dreaming of sunshine and blue skies. 
Emma is delighted to have been given the opportunity to head to the fantastic country of Italy, to try and scout out the perfect scenes for the latest movie from her Hollywood film production company that she works for. 
This film is said to be a Hollywood blockbuster and Emma is determined to prove that she is more that capable of doing the task she has been set. If she does well with the then it could mean a big promotion for her and the job of her dreams. 
She has been asked to take Richard along with her. Richard is the son of her her boss and Emma has been asked to show him the ropes so he can have a good idea of what Emma does. 
When the pair of them arrive they are met by Marina who is to be their tour guide while in Italy, showing them all of the sites they could need for the movie. 
They are also joined on their journey through Italy by the incredibly handsome historian, Mark. 
As the foursome head through the idyllic surroundings of Italy Emma feels she is falling for Mark. This is not a distraction she needs during this time as she needs to concentrate on her work. It does however become clear the more time they spend the more difficult this will become. 
At the end of their trip with decisions to be made, will Emma decide to go with her heart or her head?
This is such a wonderful read that will take on a scenic journey as you follow the group through Italy. 
It is clear as you read just how important the Emma's job is to her and why she is so determined to get her promotion. You also see why she would be keen to keep Mark at arms length to keep her focused. This does become difficult at times for her. 
Mark obviously has had some heartache in his past, as at times there are things that he does not want to share with Emma. I do love the relationship he has with his faithful dog too.
 I enjoyed getting to know all of the characters from within this book. They all play a part in the romance for Emma and Mark but also bring some of their own issues too. 
The setting of this book sounds exquisite and does give you a real insight into the history of the areas of Italy they visited. 
This book is the perfect read for some escapism at the moment meaning you can travel and experience all that Italy has to offer without leaving your own home. 
This is a great addition to the collection from T.A. Williams. 

Published by Canelo Escape 4th May 2020

Purchase Link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreaming-Italy-stunning-heartwarming-holiday-ebook/dp/B083TSY67Q/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1588526727&sr=8-1

About the Author

T.A. Williams lives in Devon with his Italian wife. He was born in England of a Scottish mother and Welsh father. After a degree in modern languages at Nottingham University, he lived and worked in Switzerland, France and Italy, before returning to run one of the best-known language schools in the UK. His hobby is long-distance cycling, but his passion is writing.

Thank you for taking the time to visit my Blog today, and I hope you enjoy my review. 

Willows Wedding Vows by Debbie Viggano

Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this fun and witty, romantic new release from Debbie Viggiano.

Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour and for my copy the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

Book Description

Willow has been living with marriage-shy Charlie for more years than she cares to remember and is old-fashioned enough to want a wedding band and a loads-of-sex honeymoon before stretchmarks and nipple shields.

So when the once-wary Charlie surprisingly goes down on one knee, Willow doesn’t question why her boyfriend is suddenly so keen to rush her into saying “I do”.

The first clue comes as Willow is zipped into her Cinderella dress, the second as she bobs into the wedding car, and the third as the Roller swings towards its fairy-tale destination… leaving a shell-shocked Willow desperately trying to figure out what to do next.

A bride can do anything she wants on her wedding day, but nobody expected her to do this…

My Review

This is an absolutely brilliant read from Debbie Viggiano. It is brilliant from the first page to the last, and one you will not want to put down. 

Willow is excited to be out celebrating her thirtieth birthday with her beloved boyfriend, Charlie. Having been together for almost a decade willow is keen to settle down and get married. That is until she brings this up with Charlie and finds out it is a definite no from him. Willow feels bad for bringing it up and decides that maybe her and Charlie are better off as they are. Willow loves Charlie and she knows he loves her. 

But does Charlie really love Willow or is it just convenient for him to have Willow at home doing all of the household chores while he is out doing exactly what he wants to do.  

Willow has a best friend Emma, who is always the one that Willow goes to with her problems and Willow is always there for Emma too. Willow knows that Emma has some secrets about the new man she is seeing.

Charlie has a best friend in Ben too who is also going through a tough time in his relationship. He knows all of Charlies secrets too and they are really beginning to weigh him down too. 

Willow is shocked when Charlie does a major u-turn and proposes but she is also delighted. This is the future the has always dreamed of. However, things may not be what they seem. And as Willow is getting ready on the day of her dream wedding some secrets get revealed that throw her into turmoil and could change things forever. 

Wow this is such. brilliant and read that will keep you guessing right up to the end.

You just think you have the storyline all worked out and then you get thrown another twist which makes you think again. 

The character of Willow is quite a mild and loveable character that I enjoyed getting to know. She does have great relationships with her friends, but at times you just want to shout at her to make it clear what is going on around her. 

Charlie is such a nasty piece of work that does not deserve the love of someone like Willow. The levels of his deceit are just crazy and the amount of people that get drawn into his web of lies is awful. I found it incredibly satisfying reading about his discomforts from all scrapes he gets himself into. 

 The writing style is just brilliant. With the right amount of wit and humour, with the addition of some romance too. The description of the behaviours of those around Willow and Charlie is just fascinating  and they all add so much to the story. 

This book is Debbie Viggiano at her best and a great addition to her library of exceptional reads. 

Published 25th April 2020

Purchase Link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Willows-Wedding-Vows-romantic-comedy/dp/B087SFTBP3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

About the Author

Prior to turning her attention to writing, Debbie Viggiano was, for more years than she cares to remember, a legal secretary. She lives with her Italian husband, a rescued pooch from Crete, and a very disgruntled cat. Occasionally her adult children return home bringing her much joy... apart from when they want to raid the fridge, or eat her secret stash of chocolate. Tweet @DebbieViggiano or follow her on Facebook!

Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog today, and I hope you enjoyed my review. 

Barefoot on the Beach by Katlyn Duncan

Today is my stop on the Blog tour for this wonderful, heartwarming and romantic new release from Katlyn Duncan. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Renee Clarke is perfectly happy just the way she is…

Renee may be thrilled to be planning her sister’s wedding, but after witnessing her mother’s two failed marriages, she has always vowed that she is better off on her own.

But when Renee discovers that Luc Hardy has moved next door, her world is knocked off kilter. Luc was her whirlwind summer romance as a teen and, more importantly, her first love. Now he’s back in West Cove, looking more handsome than ever.

There is no escaping the romance in the air this summer. With the wedding planning in full swing, Renee begins to believe that she might be able to put her childhood reservations about marriage aside.

Yet when her mother arrives, she stirs a torrent of emotions in Renee’s heart. She’s up to her old tricks again – boasting about her latest conquests – reaffirming Renee’s lack of faith in love.

As Renee’s happily-ever-after hangs in the balance, will Luc be able to convince her that true love can last forever?

My Review

This is a heartwarming and romantic read that I thoroughly enjoyed from beginning to end. 
Renee is delighted to have been asked to help her beloved sister plan her wedding. even if she has been given the details at the last minute.
Renee is looking forward to spending some quality time with her sister and being able to relax for a while. 
What Renee had not planned on was running into Luc. He is staying as his aunts house, next door to Renee while he does some renovation work to the property.
Luc was the boy who swept her off her feet with a summer romance when they were teens, and the boy that Renee never forgot. He still seems to have an effect on her now too. 
Renee is working hard on the wedding plans for her sister along side her normal job too, but thoughts of Luc are in her head and as she does start to see more of him, and romance blossoms between the two of them she realises there could be more things to life than work. 
Things are going well for Renee, that is until her mother returns to West Cove for the wedding and stirs up some trouble making Renee doubt her chance of love with Luc especially with her views on marriage. 
Will Renee find her happy ending with Luc or is she destined to be alone. 
I loved this book from the first page to the last, and I could not put it down. 
Renee is a wonderful and complex character to get to know. It is clear that she has issues with relationships after what has happened in her past, and you do understand why she is reluctant to let people in. 
The character of Luc sounds so handsome and the perfect match for Renee being as they both have never forgotten the summer that they shared. 
The setting of this book, right on the beach sounds just beautiful. The writing style makes you feel as though you could be right there on the beach in the sunshine with Renee and her family instead of being at home on a grey afternoon. 
This book is the perfect antidote at this challenging time. Bringing you some much needed sunshine. 

Published by HQ Digital 29th April 2020

Purchase Link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Barefoot-Beach-Katlyn-Duncan-ebook/dp/B07VXMJ1DW/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1HUZOSXV8JK99&dchild=1&keywords=katlyn+duncan&qid=1588347961&sprefix=Katlyn+du%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-3

About the Author

Coming from a small town in Western Mass, Katlyn Duncan always had her head in the clouds. Working as a scientist for most of her adult life, she enjoyed breaking down the hows and whys of life. 

As a full-time author and freelance writer, she’s published eight novels in four years. If she’s not writing, she’s obsessing over many (many) television series’.

She currently resides in Southern New England with her family. Check out more about her writing and current TV addiction in her newsletter, and on Instagram and Twitter!

http://www.katlynduncan.com

Thank you for taking the time to visit my Blog today, and I hope you enjoyed my review.

Chasing Moonbeams in Merriment Bay by Emily Harvale

Today is my stop on the Blog tour for this next instalment in the Merriment Bay series from Emily Harvale. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour and for bycopy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Cat Devon is finally with the love of her life – and she couldn’t be happier about that. But discovering the identity of her real dad and the fact she has two half-brothers was a shock. Getting to know her new family is now a priority. 

Kyra Devon is only eighteen, but she’s more mature than her mum in many ways and is coping far better with everything that’s happened. Kyra knows what she wants and unlike Cat, she’s not going to let opportunities slip away. 

Mary Devon has regained her daughter and her granddaughter, but she’s grieving for her mother, and also for the loss of the love she thought she’d found. Putting on a brave face may not be the best way for Mary to get over it. 

When a long-lost painting called Moonbeams Kiss is discovered in a hidden cellar beneath the floorboards in Devon Villa, a story of love, loss and treachery unfolds, bringing with it repercussions for each of the Devon women. 

This is Book Two in Emily Harvale's Merriment Bay series which is interconnected to her Wyntersleap series. Each series can be read alone, but several characters appear in both series. 

My Review

This is a brilliant new read from Emily Harvale that I could not wait to get started reading it.
The story starts exactly where the last book left us. Cat Devon has finally found the love of her life in Alias. There are more surprises in store for Cat though as she finds out that she has two half brothers, and she also finds out the identity of her father, which does come as a shock to Cat.
Mary Devon is thrilled to have both her daughter and her granddaughter back at home with her. She is looking forward to building a better relationships with them both, but she is also grieving the death of her mother. With everything she has going on she is not impressed to be part of the town gossip but she is doing her best to put a brave face on for it all even if that isn't the best way for her to deal with it all. 
Kyra Devon is eighteen and enjoying having her grandmother in her life. She is enjoying becoming a resident of Merriment Bay and is making the most of every opportunity that comes her way. She may only be eighteen but she has a mature head on her shoulders and is dealing well with all of the changes in her life. 
When, after an accident in the family villa a cellar is found beneath the floorboards and many secrets from the past are revealed.  This leads to some shocking revelations and stories from the past of love, loss and heartbreak. All of these lead to problems for the Devon family will they all be able overcome this next part of their lives. 
This is a brilliant addition to the series from Merriment Bay. I enjoyed picking up the story from where we left off and I enjoyed getting to know more about the Devon Family. 
I think it is brilliant how both the Merriment Bay Series and the stories from Wynters Leap house are so well intwined with each other, but also can be read as standalone reads. 
This is a great mystery story and it really keeps you guessing as the story progresses. 
I thoroughly enjoy the writing style of this series. It flows well and really keeps you engrossed in the book. 
This is the perfect book to help you escape for an afternoon. I am already looking forward to reading what is next in store for the Devon family. 

Published by Crescent Gate Publishing 30th March 2020

About the Author

Emily writes novels, novellas and short stories about friendship, family and falling in love. She believes in love at first sight and she loves a happy ending but knows that life doesn't always go to plan. Her stories are sure to bring a smile to your face and a warmth to your heart.

Emily loves to connect with her readers. In addition to her newsletter, she has a readers' group on Facebook, where she shares all her latest news and even gets readers involved in choosing titles, book covers and more. To catch up with Emily, find out about the group, or connect with her on social media, go to her website at https://www.emilyharvale.com

Having lived and worked in London for several years, Emily returned to her home town of Hastings where she writes full-time. She’s a member of the SoA, an Amazon bestseller and a Kindle All Star. When not writing, Emily says she can be found enjoying the stunning East Sussex coast and countryside, but she’s more likely to be found with friends, enjoying a glass of wine or a cup of coffee, and definitely some cake. Emily has two mischievous rescue cats, Beatrix and Portia, who like to sprawl across her keyboard, regardless of whether Emily is typing on it, or not.

Catch up with Emily on her website https://www.emilyharvale.com or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/emilyharvalew... or Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/emilyharvale

Thank you for taking the time to visit my Blog today and I hope you enjoyed my review. 

The First Date by Zara Stoneley

Today is publication day for this brilliant fun rand witty new release from Zara Stoneley. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Right place.

Right time.

Wrong guy …

After breaking up with her childhood sweetheart, clueless dater Rosie has found herself in a boyfriend-drought. So when she finally swipes right on a guy who seems interested, she can’t wait to meet up in person.

Until she’s left standing alone. In a bar. Stood up.

Enter Noah. Confident, funny … and a serial first dater. Offering to give Rosie a crash course in seduction, this could be just what she needs. Until her matchmaker turns out to be the best date she’s ever had – and Rosie wonders if she wants the fake dates to be the real ones after all …

A hilarious, heartwarming romantic comedy about what happens when the wrong guy turns up at the right time, perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Mhairi McFarlane.

My Review

This is a wonderful, fun and witty read that I loved from start to finish and could not put down. 

Rosie finds herself sat alone at a bar after being stood up on her first date. She has recently joined an online dating service to try and find herself a new man. She was with her last  boyfriend Robbie, since they were both teens and he is also the only boyfriend she has had too. They broke up a while ago and Rosie now feels as if she needs someone to share her life with again. 

Rosie is about to leave the bar after being stood up when she gets talking got the incredibly handsome Noah. He is fun and confident and really not her type but they have some drinks together. He then suggests an offer to Rosie. He will give her some advice on dating so that when the opportunity comes up for another date she will be ready. 

With the help she is getting Rosie is gaining in confidence and she is really beginning to enjoy spending more time with Noah but she is worried that he reminds her too much of her rather difficult Dad. 

With this being said Rosie is loving her fake dates with Noah and is really beginning to wish these dates were real. Could Noah really be the man of her dreams after all. 

Zara stoneley has worked her magic again with this brilliant rom com. The characters are great fun to get to know and the fake dates that Noah sets for Rosie will really have you laughing. 

The character of Rosie is just great to get to know and I found her very relatable. Its great to see her confidence grow as you read the book, and she also has some family issues to deal with too. 

I really enjoyed the dynamics between Rosie and Noah and it was fun to read all of their adventures. 

This book is Zara Stoneley at her best and it is the perfect bit of escapism from these difficult times. One you will definitely not be disappointed you purchased. 

Published by One More Chapter 24th April 2020

Purchase Link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07YBYVNWQ?pf_rd_r=XXJPGT47HM778785KF0Z&pf_rd_p=e632fea2-678f-4848-9a97-bcecda59cb4e

About the Author

Zara Stoneley is the USA Today bestselling author of 'The Wedding Date'.
She lives in a Cheshire village with her family, a lively cockapoo called Harry, and a very bossy (and slightly evil) cat called Saffron.
Born in a small village in the UK, Zara wanted to be a female James Herriot, a spy, or an author when she grew up. After many (many) years, and many different jobs, her dream of writing a bestseller came true. She now writes about friendship, dreams, love, and happy ever afters, and hopes that her tales make you laugh a lot, cry a little, and occasionally say 'ahhh'.
Zara's bestselling novels include 'Bridesmaids', 'No One Cancels Christmas', 'The Wedding Date', 'The Holiday Swap', 'Summer with the Country Village Vet', 'Blackberry Picking at Jasmine Cottage' and the popular Tippermere series - 'Stable Mates', 'Country Affairs' and 'Country Rivals'.

www.twitter.com/@ZaraStoneley

Thank you for taking the time to visit my Blog today, and I hope you enjoyed my review. 

My Year of Saying No by Maxine Morrey

Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this brilliant new release from Maxine Morrey. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour and to Boldwood books for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Lottie Wentworth has never been more pleased to hear Big Ben ring in the new year and wave goodbye to The Year of Saying Yes!

When a long-term relationship ended, her best friend’s scheme to get Lottie back in the swing of things seemed like a good idea. She’s kept her promise to Jess to see it through but, as a lover of the quiet life, Lottie couldn’t be happier to say hello to a brand new year – The Year of Saying No! 

Unfortunately, the one thing she still seems unable to say no to is the crush she has on her best client and now friend, Army veteran, Seb Marshall. But she’s working on it, and with rescue dog Humphrey at her side, she knows that she’ll manage just fine.

Lottie’s decision to stop trying to please everyone has brought a sense of relief beyond what she had expected. Her actions and determination have also begun to send ripples throughout her life and those closest to her, bringing about changes none of them could have expected. 

But will all those changes be for the good?

My Review

This is a simply wonderful read that I enjoyed from beginning to end. 
Lottie Wentworth has made a big decision that this year will be her year of saying no, this is due to the previous year she made a pact with her best friend Jess, that she would say yes to everything. This took her completely out of her comfort zone and saw her going on some pretty hideous dates.
So with her year of saying no ahead of her Lottie is excited to feel as though she is in control again and is determined not to feel guilty about saying no either. 
Lottie has also made the decision that she needs a dog in her life so she heads to her local rescue sanctuary and now has a trust sidekick in Humphrey by her side. 
The one person she will not be saying no to is her favourite client, the incredibly handsome, Seb Marshall. Seb is a veteran who runs a charity that Lottie is a virtual PA for. Lottie has had a crush on Seb from the moment that she first met him. This year sees her spending more time with him and their relationship becomes more of a friendship than a working one. 
 With her year ahead of her and her blossoming friendship with Seb could this be the year of decisions that will truly make Lottie happy, or will the changes in her be cause too many problems? 
I think it is fair to say that is going to be a very interesting year. 
This is such a brilliant read and I could not put it down. 
I loved the writing style, it flowed well, and the suspense of the will they won't they between Lottie and Seb will keep you guessing right up until the end. 
The character of Lottie was fun to get to know. It becomes clear as you read through the book the heartache she has felt in the past and why this could be holding back. She has wonderful relationships with those around her. She is close to her family and I loved getting to know her best friend Jess, and how much they both supported each other despite how different they both were. 
The character of Seb was interesting to get to know. He likes to keep his past to himself and still blames himself for many of the things that have happened to him in his past. he does really care about those around him which is clear to see. 
It was a real treat to read about all of the adventures and trips they all had together.
This is a brilliant read from Maxine Morrey and one that you will not be disappointed you purchased. 

Published by Boldwood Books 16th April 2020

Purchase Link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Year-Saying-laugh-out-loud-feel-good-ebook/dp/B082Y8DYDY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DQLMLUM5MRID&dchild=1&keywords=maxine+morrey+kindle+books&qid=1587632668&sprefix=Maxine+Morrey%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

About the Author

Maxine has wanted to be a writer for as long as she can remember and wrote her first (very short) book for school when she was ten. 

As years went by, she continued to write, but 'normal' work often got in the way. She has written articles on a variety of subjects, as well as a local history book on Brighton. However, novels are her first love. 

In August 2015, she won Harper Collins/Carina UK's 'Write Christmas' competition with her first romantic comedy, 'Winter's Fairytale'.

Maxine lives on the south coast of England, and when not wrangling with words loves to read, sew and listen to podcasts. Being a fan of tea and cake means she can (should!) also be found doing something vaguely physical at the gym.

Social Media

Twitter - https://twitter.com/Scribbler_Maxi

Thank you for taking the time to visit my Blog today, and I hope you enjoyed my review.