Dreaming of Italy
T.A. Williams
Rating: 5 stars
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.
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Oh, to be back reading a novel by T.A. Williams again. I always get the same feeling when reading one of his novels, I feel happy and always hungry! The cover of this particular novel of his makes you want to pack up and go visit Italy straight away. The pretty buildings, bright blue sky and shimmering ocean, not to mention the beautiful car, makes such a stunning and summery cover. I also love the red flowers dotted around the top of the cover.
In this novel we follow main character Emma, who is currently living in LA working for a film company. Her job is a big deal to her so as a consequence she's cut out all dating and social activities so she can rise to the top. And it's working. She gets sent to scout for locations for the next movie which is set in Italy. The descriptions of the food and locations sound stunning. I wish I was doing Emma's job! I was insanely jealous when I was reading about her adventures.
Emma soon meets historical advisor, Mark and has what she refers to as an 'odd' reaction to him as she has been sworn off men for so long. She finds him very attractive and finds herself swooning over him, she doesn't think it's reciprocated however. Over the course of Emma's working holiday, they have little chats full of flirty comments and Emma finds herself falling for him.
I really enjoyed reading about all the locations in Italy that they travelled too, especially as they were less well known locations. It was nice to learn a little history as well as enjoy the romantic storyline. T.A. William's style of writing is, as always, really elegant and easy to read. I always end up feeling like I'm right there with the characters.
Overall, a perfect lighthearted read for these uncertain times we are all going through at the moment. Thank you to the publisher for a chance to read an advance copy of this novel via Netgalley, which I have reviewed honestly.
In this novel we follow main character Emma, who is currently living in LA working for a film company. Her job is a big deal to her so as a consequence she's cut out all dating and social activities so she can rise to the top. And it's working. She gets sent to scout for locations for the next movie which is set in Italy. The descriptions of the food and locations sound stunning. I wish I was doing Emma's job! I was insanely jealous when I was reading about her adventures.
Emma soon meets historical advisor, Mark and has what she refers to as an 'odd' reaction to him as she has been sworn off men for so long. She finds him very attractive and finds herself swooning over him, she doesn't think it's reciprocated however. Over the course of Emma's working holiday, they have little chats full of flirty comments and Emma finds herself falling for him.
I really enjoyed reading about all the locations in Italy that they travelled too, especially as they were less well known locations. It was nice to learn a little history as well as enjoy the romantic storyline. T.A. William's style of writing is, as always, really elegant and easy to read. I always end up feeling like I'm right there with the characters.
Overall, a perfect lighthearted read for these uncertain times we are all going through at the moment. Thank you to the publisher for a chance to read an advance copy of this novel via Netgalley, which I have reviewed honestly.
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