Escapist Romance Series by June Patrick

A BRAND NEW escapist summer romance set along the glittering Italian Riviera.Isla's life is in shambles after her fiancé dumps her and she loses her beloved grandmother, and she knows she needs an escape from it all. Her grandmother’s tales of her childhood on the Italian Riviera beckon Isla to the small coastal town of Mare Sereno on the glittering Ligurian Sea... moreA BRAND NEW escapist summer romance set along the glittering Italian Riviera.Isla's life is in shambles after her fiancé dumps her and she loses her beloved grandmother, and she knows she needs an escape from it all. Her grandmother’s tales of her childhood on the Italian Riviera beckon Isla to the small coastal town of Mare Sereno on the glittering Ligurian Sea.She leaves her life in San Francisco behind and books a one-way ticket to the Riviera, ready to dive into pesto and limoncello for the summer.Enter Enzo, a charming Vespa-riding local with a zest for life that threatens to turn tightly-wound-Isla’s world upside down.After a chance encounter involving broken pottery and spilled coffee, Enzo offers to be Isla's guide, leading her on an adventure through picturesque landscapes, hidden beaches, and quaint villages that are straight out of a postcard. On the surface, he couldn’t be more wrong for Isla. With his carefree attitude and witty charm, he's one walking Italian cliche to Isla. But she must admit that something about his dolce far niente awakens new feelings within her.As their chemistry intensifies, Isla faces a difficult decision–return to the familiarity of her past or embrace the unpredictability of a future with Enzo. With an ocean separating her old life from her new one, Isla must navigate conflicting emotions and overcome her own reservations.Don't miss this witty, sizzling summer romance along the Italian Riviera!Praise for Italian Rendezvous "A fun-in-the-sun romance! The perfect summer read!""It made me want to sip limoncello and eat pasta all summer.""Fun, swoony characters you want to know!""The perfect amount of heart, comedy and sizzle!" less

For the past five glorious years, Stella has been leading a glamorous life most people can only dream of on the radiant shores of the French Riviera. With her sharp wit, captivating charm, and stunning beauty, she has charmed some of Monaco's deep-pocketed bachelors into happily footing the bill for her indulgent lifestyle. Her world is a swirling, intoxicating blend of champagne-soaked parties, opulent hotels, and lazy, sun-drenched afternoons on yachts.But she doesn't want this life forever... moreFor the past five glorious years, Stella has been leading a glamorous life most people can only dream of on the radiant shores of the French Riviera. With her sharp wit, captivating charm, and stunning beauty, she has charmed some of Monaco's deep-pocketed bachelors into happily footing the bill for her indulgent lifestyle. Her world is a swirling, intoxicating blend of champagne-soaked parties, opulent hotels, and lazy, sun-drenched afternoons on yachts.But she doesn't want this life forever. She has plans to retire to a villa of her own, and soon. But just as she is about to clinch her dreams, her carefully crafted plans are upended. A mysterious and insufferably arrogant—and infuriatingly handsome—Frenchman enters the scene, turning Stella's world upside down.He's on to her game, and he wants in on the action. But Stella wants him to get lost. As their worlds collide in a hilarious battle of wits, Stella may find out that the path to her dream life—and perhaps true love—doesn’t look quite the way she imagined.Immerse yourself in the sun-drenched streets of Monte Carlo as Stella navigates the perilous pitfalls and unexpected delights of a life lived on the razor's edge of glamour and deceit.Don't miss this glittering and witty romantic romp along the French Riviera. Coming soon! less

Sultry Spanish nights and tantalizing tapas set the backdrop for book 3 in the Escapist Romance series. Vera, the fearless food critic with a pen as sharp as a chef's knife, has always navigated New York's culinary scene with a no-nonsense approach. But when her dream assignment lands on her plate, she finds herself packing her bags for the culinary haven of Barcelona—a city where food is not just a meal but a passionate love affair with life itself... moreSultry Spanish nights and tantalizing tapas set the backdrop for book 3 in the Escapist Romance series. Vera, the fearless food critic with a pen as sharp as a chef's knife, has always navigated New York's culinary scene with a no-nonsense approach. But when her dream assignment lands on her plate, she finds herself packing her bags for the culinary haven of Barcelona—a city where food is not just a meal but a passionate love affair with life itself.It’s not long before Vera's path crosses with Rafa, a broody and enigmatic chef on the cusp of creating Barcelona's next culinary masterpiece. He’s poured his life’s work into making his new concept work, and he’ll do anything to make it a success. Through strolls along ancient cobblestones and heated debates over the perfect paella, Vera finds herself drawn toward Rafa in a delicious whirl of flamenco rhythms and tantalizing tapas that stir more than just her appetite. But Rafa is the last person Vera can get involved in. Not only is his acerbic personality completely annoying, but dating Rafa would be a complete professional conflict of interest. Besides, Vera has bigger things to worry about than a holiday romance. She soon learns that this assignment could catapult her career to the next level. She also discovers there’s high-stakes duplicity behind it all that threatens the integrity of her work. With her career and heart on the line, Vera has to choose if she can afford to compromise her professional values and a shot at unforeseen love. Get lost in the vibrant streets of Barcelona in this sizzling romantic comedy culinary adventure!Praise for June Patrick "A fun-in-the-sun romance! The perfect summer read!""It made me want to sip limoncello and eat pasta all summer.""Fun, swoony characters you want to know!""The perfect amount of heart, comedy and sizzle!" less