A Match made in Venice by Leonie Mack #Review

 

We are in true escapist territory with Leonie Mack's latest romance, A Match made in Venice which was published by Boldwood Books on 9th November.

Escape to the breath-taking beauty of Venice – The City of Love.

When pragmatic, sensible and resolutely single Deirdre York (Didi to her friends) is sent to Venice for work she is determined not to be taken in by the romantic clichés. Winter in the floating city may be breathtakingly beautiful, but she’s here with a clear purpose and will not let the magic of Venice distract her.

Piero Zanetti is the epitome of the handsome yet tortured artist. Heart-broken by the end of his love affair with a glamorous opera singer, he has lost his ability to work, and his inspiration has drained away, along with his zest for life.

But Didi needs Piero working – she has been tasked with commissioning him to do a glass centrepiece for a luxury department store Christmas display – some how Didi has to cheer Piero up or at least find him a new muse…

As Didi and Piero slowly become friends, and as Venice starts to melt Didi’s heart and gently nudge Piero out of the blues, something special begins to happen. Can Venice – the City of Love – work a Christmas miracle and help Didi and Piero to find their happiness at last…

Leonie Mack is back with the most gloriously romantic escape, perfect for all fans of Mandy Baggot, Jo Thomas and Carole Matthews.

My Thoughts

This is perfect for winter reading as it is set in the months either side of Christmas. The setting is glorious and the streets and canals of Venice really come alive as you get to know the story. The two central characters are so different, on the surface. Didi is determined to ignore all signs of romance as she prefers to be in control of her own destiny. The artist and glassmaker Piero, however, wears his heart on his sleeve and has fallen hook, line and sinker for the idea of the 'great romance'. I really enjoyed the repartee between the two as they tried to ignore the chemistry between them.

    There is plenty of humour to be found in both Didi and Piero's families, with some vivid characters. Family relationships and forgiving past mistakes are important themes. Life in Murano where the glassblowers are based is fascinating and added a dimension to the story, as it helps you to understand Piero's family bonds. This is a slow burn romance which seemed to shine in the winter sunlight.

In short: two worlds collide in Venice 

About the Author

 Leonie Mack is an author of romantic comedies with great international locations. Having lived in London for many years her home is now in Germany with her husband and three children. Leonie loves train travel, medieval towns, hiking and happy endings!

 

 

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Book link: Amazon UK 

Thanks to Leonie, Boldwood Books and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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