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Escape to the French Riviera

An irresistible later-in-life romance
Brief 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... Read More
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Escape to the French Riviera

Could a one-in-a-lifetime trip to the south of France bring Lucy the fresh start she needs? A relatable escapist romance featuring older characters from RNA Award nominee Helga Jensen.

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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 childrenβ€”who seem to want to clip their wings and force them into living like pensionersβ€”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:

β€˜I simply couldn’t put this down. I laughed out loud several times before I’d even finished the first chapter.’—Jules Wake

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

β€˜I love this book so much! All I wanted was for it not to end! It’s right there on my top romcoms list now.’—Natalie Normann

'A believable story with laugh-out-loud moments…so relatable and true to life! Loved it!'β€”Harriet J. Kent

'Funny, heartwarming and addictive.'β€”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.'β€”Rosy Gee

β€˜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

β€˜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

β€˜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

β€˜A charming, funny story… Ideal sunshine reading.’—????? Reader Review

β€˜I loved every page and still think about the characters… lots of laugh-out-loud moments to be enjoyed’—????? Reader Review

β€˜A beautiful story… well worth 5 stars and I recommend this great summer read.’—????? Reader Review

β€˜Wow, just wow… It’s funny, cute and romantic and that twist… What more can you ask for?’—????? Reader Review

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804369319

Publisher: Canelo

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 February 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canelo Hera

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

About the Author

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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