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Escape to the French Riviera: An irresistible later-in-life romance

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Publishing Details

Full Title:

Escape to the French Riviera: An irresistible later-in-life romance

Contributors:

By (Author) Helga Jensen

ISBN:

9781804369319

Publisher:

Canelo

Imprint:

Canelo Hera

Publication Date:

3rd June 2025

UK Publication Date:

20th February 2025

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

General

Genre:
Fiction/Non-fiction:

Fiction

Other Subjects:

Romance: the rich / famous / powerful
Family life fiction
Humorous fiction
Contemporary lifestyle fiction
Narrative theme: Love and relationships
Narrative theme: Journeys and voyages
Modern and contemporary fiction: general and literary
Sea stories
Narrative theme: Interior life

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

320

Dimensions:

Width 129mm, Height 198mm, Spine 19mm

Description

Can Lucy find her second-chance romance in the glamour of the French Riviera

When aspiring author Lucy attends a rich friend's 50th birthday party in glamorous Monaco, she has no idea that her life is about to change forever.

Heartsore after a broken marriage, she is not looking for love so when she meets Elias, and he offers to take her sailing on his employer's boat, she agrees only as research for the book she desperately wants to write. They bond over their adult children - who seem to want to clip their wings and force them into living like pensioners - and the chemistry is undeniable.

But is he all he seems And is she ready to trust again

An uplifting, later-in-life romance perfect for fans of Milly Johnson, Jo Thomas and Julie Caplin.

Praise for Helga Jensen:

I simply couldnt put this down. I laughed out loud several times before Id even finished the first chapter. Jules Wake

A joyous tale of rediscovering your dreams, love and sense of self. Sheer fun and absolute UpLit! Pernille Hughes

I love this book so much! All I wanted was for it not to end! Its right there on my top romcoms list now. Natalie Normann

'A believable story with laugh-out-loud momentsso relatable and true to life! Loved it!' Harriet J. Kent

'Funny, heartwarming and addictive.' Susan Buchanan

'I would highly recommend this fabulous book which is full of the trials and tribulations of family life, love, drama and intrigue together with lovable characters that you don't want to leave behind when the book ends.' Rosy Gee

I did not want it to end, I fell in love with the characters and this is my favourite rom com of the year!...I am absolutely in love with this book This story reached into my heart, broke it and put it back together. Reader Review

I loved the characters...A really sweet book with some twists and turns, and a perfect ending. Highly recommend for curling up on the sofa with a mug of hot chocolate. Reader Review

Love how this author writes about real people and relatable issues and targets those in their 40s and 50s in their stories. This was so much more than just a romantic read. Reader Review

A charming, funny story Ideal sunshine reading. Reader Review

I loved every page and still think about the characters lots of laugh-out-loud moments to be enjoyed Reader Review

A beautiful story well worth 5 stars and I recommend this great summer read. Reader Review

Wow, just wow Its funny, cute and romantic and that twist What more can you ask for Reader Review

Author Bio

Helga Jensen is an award-winning British/Danish best selling author and journalist. Helga holds a BA Hons in English Literature and Creative Writing, along with a Creative Writing MA from Bath Spa University. She is currently working on a PhD.

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