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Fresh pasta, red wine, fine art and love? Find enchantment this year in the magical city of FlorenceWhen Debbie Waterson's bicycle crashes into handsome doctor Pierluigi, she wonders if her luck has changed. Determinedly single after ending a long relationship, at last, a man worth bumping into!Inspired to visit Florence, she soon runs headlong into that old foe: reality. But is Pierluigi the man of her dreams? Then there's her booze obsessed boss, his forbidding secretary and her noisy inconsiderate neighbours. But could her luck be about to change? Will she find love after all?Warm-hearted and unputdownable, Dreaming of Florence is the perfect escape for readers of Holly Martin, Tilly Tennant and Jenny Oliver.Praise for Dreaming of Florence 'It's fun, fresh and heart warming... Dreaming of Florence? I am now!' The Book Trail'Such a beautiful read... You could taste the wonderful food, it was so vividly written.' Blue Yonder'Just what I needed a fantastic read that I thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish... get ready for a fun filled, heartwarming Italian adventure and romance.' Splashes into Books'Dreaming of Florence is a fabulous book that I loved every last second of.' Rachel's Random Reads'A really beautifully romantic and heartwarming novel. Another brilliant story by T.A. Williams.' Cosiest Corner

Find love, friendship and prosecco in the magical city of VeniceLife is tough for Penny. A dead end job in a London caf, a boyfriend in Australia (what could go wrong?) and an art career going nowhere. But then Penny is approached with an extraordinary proposition.It isn't going to be easy but, if she can pull it off, she will turn her life around and at long last see the fulfilment of her dream to visit Venice. And, just maybe, find true happiness with the handsome man of her dreams.But can dreams come true?An unputdownable feel-good story perfect for fans of Mandy Baggot, Holly Martin and Tilly Tennant.Praise for T. A. Williams'The characters in the story really make it exceptional Natalie is a brilliant protagonist and I absolutely adored her journey to self-discovery to find her new identity.' BooksandBookends'Wow! This is contemporary romance at its best! The writing is exquisite and the plot is brilliantly clever, captivating, and delightful with a little bit of drama, love, loss, and of course romance.' WhatsBetterThanBooks'The characters are all brilliantly written, the storyline flows extremely well throughout, and I loved every bit of it.' Fiona Wilson'T. A. Williams has that gorgeous way of writing a feel good story he's absolutely backed up that men can write chick-lit.' Reviewed The Book

The perfect summer escape on the French Riviera. Sun, sea and secretsAfter a disagreement with a billionaire, architect Jess Milton is 'let go' from her job. However fortune intervenes an elderly client asks Jess to dog-sit overweight, but loveable dog Brutus in St. Tropez.Fed up with the mega-rich, Jess is reluctant to visit the playground of billionaires, but an all-expenses-paid trip and the promise of sunshine seals the deal.Little does Jess know how much time she'll be spending with the family living in St. Tropez. The sullen, but very good-looking David and his millionaire father are both welcoming but guarded, haunted by their pastsCan Jess bring some sunshine back into their lives and, just maybe, find love in the process?A heart-warming, funny and emotional journey for fans of Holly Martin, Tilly Tennant and Jenny Oliver.Praise for T.A. Williams' Dreaming of St-Tropez 'I loved every page. Can't wait to read more by this author.' The Cosiest Corner'I was enthralled from start to finish in this immensely enjoyable story of sun, sea, sand, swimming and St. Tropez.' Rachel's Random Reads'The perfect summer read' Reader review'This is a delightful, laugh out loud romance... another superb story from this highly talented author. Get ready for a humorous story with great characters, stupendous settings and a plot filled with fun, mystery, suspense and, of course, romance!' Splashes into Books'Can I say my dream is to actually BE a character in one of T.A.'s books?? I've read and reviewed several of his books, and I absolutely love them!! This book is no exception... I enjoyed every minute of this book and it's the perfect vacation or beach read.' Reader review'I love T.A. Williams' books... A very entertaining and enjoyable read. Strongly recommended.' Reader review'I've loved reading Dreaming of St Tropez and have found it very difficult to close the book. I want so much to be back at the beach bar but since I can't I'll just keep on dreaming of St. Tropez.' Blooming Fiction'You'll laugh, cry, and say "Oh! No!" Definitely a fun weekend read' Reader review'A super fun book about where dreams can take you when you least expect it... such a great read. It had a bunch of twists and turns that were completely unexpected. It made me want to get to St. Tropez right away!' Reader review'If you're looking for the perfect holiday read, for the beach or even the back garden, this is it. Sun, sea, a troubled hero, a lovable dog and an intelligent, kind heroine who lives her life with integrity make this an absorbing read with plenty of laughs.' Jane Hunt Writer'Could not put it down.' Reader review

The glamour of Hollywood. The magic of the Tuscan countryside. One big decision...Beatrice Kingdom (Bee to her friends) wakes up in hospital in Tuscany. After an accident on a film set leaves her burned and scarred, she feels her whole life has been turned upside down.Bee is offered the chance of recuperating in a stunning Tuscan villa in the company of a world-famous film star, the irascible Mimi Robertson. Here amid the vines and olive groves, Bee quickly finds there's more to the place than meets the eye, not least a certain Luca (and Romeo the dog).As she comes to terms with her injuries and her new life takes shape, Bee will have to travel a road of self-discovery and make a huge decision.A joyous, funny and moving tale, Dreaming of Tuscany is a triumph, perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Tilly Tennant, and Jenny Oliver.Praise for Dreaming of Tuscany 'Full of wit and warmth that will leave you glowing like the Tuscan sunshine!' Debbie Viggiano, author of What Holly's Husband Did'A beautiful evocative escape to Tuscany, with delicious food, stunning scenery and a wonderful, warm story ... a perfect summer holiday read' Holly Martin, author of the Sandcastle Bay series'Such a beautiful read ... you could taste the wonderful food, it was so vividly written' Blue Yonder'I loved every page. Can't wait to read more by this author' The Cosiest Corner'Wow! This is contemporary romance at its best! The writing is exquisite and the plot is brilliantly clever, captivating, and delightful with a little bit of drama, love, loss, and of course romance' WhatsBetterThanBooks

Rome is where the heart is The heartwarming read of the summerJo has had enough of handsome men. After a painful break-up, she's decided she doesn't believe in love.Then, while on a professional trip to the magical city of Rome, she meets Corrado, a scientist and her brother-in-law to be, who doesn't believe in love either. To him, it's just a biochemical reaction. So what's the problem?Well, he's gorgeous for a start, as well as charming, generous, intelligent and attentive, and she feels herself immediately falling for him, despite her new outlook.The majesty of the Eternal City brings them ever closer together. But is their relationship doomed, or will love conquer all?Heartbreaking and hilarious in equal measure, Dreaming of Rome is a joyous and uplifting read from T.A. Williams, perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Tilly Tennant and Jenny OliverPraise for T A Williams'An intelligent will they won't they novel that leaves you guessing almost to the very end!' Reader review'Made me want to jump immediately on a plane and fly back to Italy and never come back' Reader review

Verona is the City of Love. But will Suzie find romance there or, like Romeo and Juliet, will it all end in tears?When Suzie is hired to accompany spoiled, abrasive Lady Alexandra Tedburn on an all-expenses paid holiday to Italy, she fears the trip will be a disaster.But she soon discovers there's more to Alex than shopping and tantrums, and she's determined to help her realise her potential against Alex's authoritarian father's wishes.As they settle in Verona, Suzie can't stop thinking about local artist Michael, who is still mourning the tragic death of his wife. With Suzie's future uncertain, and Michael's past holding him back, it seems there's no hope for romance in the city of star-crossed lovers or is there?A gorgeously uplifting and moving story, Dreaming of Verona is the perfect read for fans of Holly Martin, Tilly Tennant and Jenny Oliver.

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 careerHistorical 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.

It's the dream Christmas: snow, mountains and, er, an ex-boyfriend. But can Zoe still find love in the Alps?Dumped on Christmas Eve by her long-term boyfriend, it's been a rough year for Zoe Lumsley. But then she gets an invitation she can't refuse: an all expenses paid skiing holiday with old university friends.The bad news: her ex, Grant, will be there with his new girlfriend. But so will her former flatmate Billy, the organiser, and in the meantime he's done rather well for himself. As Christmas in the Alps approaches, it'll be great to see the old gang. Some more than othersPerfect for readers of Tilly Tenant, Holly Martin and Philippa Ashley, this is a magical festive getaway from the bestselling T.A. Williams.Praise for Dreaming of Christmas:'I absolutely loved this one. T.A. Williams is a favourite of mine and this might be one of his best books yet. The setting and characters were perfect and I can't wait to reread this one again sometime soon' 5 star rating NetGalley Reviewer Taryn Lawrence'T.A. never fails to please. His descriptions take you with him and his characters on their journey. I fell in love with them the scenery and the story. Just perfect' 5 star rating Author/Blogger review Raven McAllan'Dreaming of Florence will be one of the reading highlights of 2018 for me. An engrossing, cozy and heartwarming read.' 5 star rating NetGalley Reviewer Sabine Foster'T.A. Williams has the ability to transport the reader to whatever part of the world he wants to take them to with the simplest of words. Yet the way he weaves those words together will have you seeing exactly what he wants you to. Another brilliant story' 5 star rating NetGalley Reviewer Fiona Wilson'I love T.A. Williams books. This one was really good and kept hooked since the beginning. A very entertaining and enjoyable read. Strongly recommended.' 5 star rating NetGalley Reviewer Anna Maria Giacassomo

Lucy needed a change of scene. She didn't expect the change of a lifetime. Doctors Without Borders has been Lucy Young's life for the past four years. After being rescued from a conflict zone, she's making a change from saving lives under gunfire to practising medicine in safe, serene Siena. Now treating wealthy patients at a private clinic, she's never felt less comfortable. She's used to helping those in dire need not those in need of a nip and tuck. Her turmoil grows when she encounters injured tennis star David Lorenzo, whose smiles make Lucy forget her aversion to the rich.She's soon falling for the sportsman but is she losing herself in this world of excess? All she's ever wanted was to help the underprivileged, so can her future lie in Siena at the clinic with David?This sunny romance is the perfect summer escape for fans of Lucy Coleman and Alex Brown.

Alice thought her future was set in stone, until her past came knocking...Alice Butler starred in a successful US sitcom until tensions in the cast and crew caused the show to be cancelled. Now, five years later and working towards her dream job in art history, she's called back for a revival of the show. It can only end in disaster, surely?Flown to a villa in Chianti to meet with the rest of the cast, Alice must decide where her future lies with her boyfriend, David, who laps up the Hollywood company, or with the mysterious Matt, who shies away from public attention?A beautiful romance for fans of Lucy Coleman and Trisha Ashley.

Her work has got in the way of relationships before but never like thisAnna's job as a geologist takes her all over the world, including to the beautiful island of Elba, where she's sent to look for precious metals. And the island isn't the only thing that's gorgeous she can't believe her luck when she meets windsurfer Marco and sparks fly.But Anna must keep her role on Elba a secret to avoid upsetting the locals, which means lying to Marco even as they grow closer. When her old friend Toby visits, Anna suddenly finds herself torn between the attentions of the two men. However, Anna's not the only one keeping secrets.Is Marco being entirely honest with her? And why did Toby really come to visit?A fun and escapist romance, perfect for fans of Lucy Coleman and Alex Brown.

The inheritance of a lifetime... with a catchWhen Sophie's uncle leaves her a castle in the Italian Riviera in his will, she can't believe her luck. The catch? She and her estranged sister, Rachel, must live there together for three months in order to inherit it.Having worked in Rome for four years, Sophie's excited to revisit to Italy, even if it reignites memories of a cheating ex who soon learns of her return and wants to rekindle their spark. Sophie realises that distance does indeed make the heart grow fonder but for her friend back home, Chris, who she discovers is more to her than just a friend. With the clock ticking, can Sophie and Rachel stick it out and heal old wounds, or are the sisters destined to go their separate ways at the end of the three months? And does Chris feel the same way about Sophie as she does for him?A beautiful story of romance and sisterhood, perfect for fans of Alex Brown and Lucy Coleman.

She needed a getaway. What she found was a home.When Louise surprises her boyfriend by returning early from a work trip, safe to say she wasn't expecting to see him in flagrante with another woman. Heart-torn and vowing to stay away from men, when Louise's next project involves restoring an ageing hotel in Italy, she leaps at the chance to get away.Managed by a crew of sextagenarians, the Grand Hotel del Monferrato needs all the love and care Louise can give it. But it's hard to stay focused on the job when her thoughts keep straying to Vito, the reclusive and mysterious neighbour.With his tragic past and her no-romance policy, Louise knows they can't have a future. Yet something keeps pulling the two togetherA beautiful romance set in the hills of Turin, perfect for readers of Lucy Coleman and Alex Brown.Praise for An Escape to Remember 'The story was compelling and entertaining, I rooted for the characters and liked the storytelling. Highly recommended.' Reader Review'Another superb read by the wonderfully talented T.A Williams. Set against the gorgeous backdrop of Italy, this story is rich in both landscape and romance. Louise is a wonderful leading lady whowas a pleasure to get to know during this story. ' Reader Review'These books always spark joy! It has been wonderful escaping to Italy this week. The descriptions are always mesmerising and so detailed...a really gorgeous read that I would highly recommend.' Reader Review'T.A. Williams has done it again! What a talent for creating stories that are heart-warming and uplifting. I love these stories set in Italy, with believable characters and lush settings. Can't wait to read the next one!' Reader Review'What a beautiful book. I'm a sucker for romance and this one pulls on the heart strings in every direction. I couldn't recommend this book more!' Reader Review'A really lovely, safe and gentle read. If you're looking for an escapist, uplifting read, this one's for you. The writing is as beautiful as the Italian setting. I will be recommending it to friends. Five stars.' Reader Review'T. A. Williams once again proves why he is the king of Italian set romance! Another simply triumphant story from one of my favourite authors to escape with.' Reader Review'A beautiful easy read that would be good to take on holidayI really enjoyed the story, the setting, and the descriptions of food.' Reader Review'I simply love this author's books, and this one is no different. I am once again blown away by the ability of a book to draw me in so deep that I read it in one sitting.' Reader Review'A brilliant storythe food descriptions were amazing. A jolly enjoyable read.' Reader Review'What a great book! I thoroughly enjoyed the story and the wonderful characters along the way. Written really well and kept me up reading!' Reader Review

Fate brought them together, now it's up to them to make it workHaving left the army to recover from a traumatic experience, Captain Jane Reed is on her way to Venice to assist Lady Veronica Cooper, a world-famous writer who has lost her mojo. Plagued by grief and sleepless nights, Jane soon finds a kindred spirit in Veronica, coping with her own loss after the death of her husband.When the two relocate to Veronica's villa in the countryside to escape the summer tourists, Jane meets the rest of the Cooper family including Veronica's brooding son, David. With his own tragic past, David has resigned himself to a life of solitude. Jane finds herself determined to bring joy back into his life, even if it means finally spilling her secrets.Can Jane and David help each other heal, and find love in the process, or are some scars too deep to treat?A tender and uplifting romance for fans of Rosanna Ley and Jennifer Bohnet.

Her work has got in the way of relationships before but never like thisAnna's job as a geologist takes her all over the world, including to the beautiful island of Elba, where she's sent to look for precious metals. And the island isn't the only thing that's gorgeous she can't believe her luck when she meets windsurfer Marco and sparks fly.But Anna must keep her role on Elba a secret to avoid upsetting the locals, which means lying to Marco even as they grow closer. When her old friend Toby visits, Anna suddenly finds herself torn between the attentions of the two men. However, Anna's not the only one keeping secrets.Is Marco being entirely honest with her? And why did Toby really come to visit?A fun and escapist romance, perfect for fans of Lucy Coleman and Alex Brown.

A second chance to realise her dreams A classically trained pianist, Steph works as a recording engineer for a small studio when she's offered the job of a lifetime travel to the Italian Riviera to help world-famous band, Royalty, record their reunion album after a decades-long hiatus. Steph could definitely do with the distraction. Her boyfriend who also happens to be her boss is increasingly unreliable and erratic, and she's awaiting news from her doctor after a recent biopsy. So an all-expenses-paid trip to Italy is the perfect escape.What she doesn't expect is an instant connection with Rob, the son of Royalty's lead singer. With her career and her heart at a crossroads, what path will Steph follow?A wonderfully escapist romance for fans of Sue Moorcoft, Rosanna Ley and Erica James.Praise for Never Too Late 'A delightful escape to the Italian Riviera, woven with music, food, friendship and a gentle romance. Just lovely!' Kate Frost'An emotional read full of hope, love and growth, and I devoured every word.' Reader review'It really hooked me and I read a good amount of it in one sitting. I loved all the characters, and the delicious sounding food that was being served for every meal had my mouth watering. Another truly fabulous story from this talented author.' Reader review'I love the lyrical description and sensory imagery that brings Italy to life. The characterisation and contemporary issues are well-written, and the romance is lovely.' Reader review'Absolutely loved this novel like I do every other book by T.A. Williams. Loved the setting, the characters and the storyline.' Reader review

Two families at war and Alice finds herself caught in the middle. Can she re-write a story as old as time?When cutbacks force Alice out of her assistant manager role at a Devonshire stately home, she turns her sights elsewhere: the picturesque hills above the historic city of Parma. An aristocratic Italian family are looking to open their medieval castle to the public, and Alice is just the woman for the job.Four years ago, a life-changing accident pushed Alice into depression, but the beauty and charm of the Italian countryside works its magic in brightening her days. Especially when she keeps bumping into handsome Luca But rivalries run deep in the town, and Alice's work not to mention her potential love life are caught in the middle of a long-standing feud between two families.With her job and future happiness in peril, can Alice save the future of the castle, and bring two warring families together?A gorgeous and uplifting romance, for fans of Rosanna Ley, Sue Moorcroft and Lucy Coleman.Praise for Change of Heart 'The characters are strong, well developed, and truly relatable. The plot moved along quickly and the description of the setting once again left me with a desire to go back to Italy.' Reader review'I loved the character of Luca and I could picture the beautiful scenery with the turn of each page. A great read!' Reader review'I loved the strong and clever heroine. The plot is lovely, fast-paced and made me root for the characters. A well plotted, poignant, and compelling story that I strongly recommend.' Reader review