Book Review - A Summer on the Riviera by Rachel Barnett

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Title: A Summer on the Riviera

Author: Rachel Barnett

Format reviewed: Ebook

Source: Netgalley

Publisher: Embla Books

Publication Date: 2nd May 2023

Rating: 5 Stars

They're from different worlds, but for one summer their lives will suddenly collide...

Bella Mason always dreamed of a life beyond her small town but never had the opportunity - until now. When she lands a job as chief stewardess on board a private yacht, it's just the adventure she's been looking for.

After the last couple of years, renowned actress Felicity Kennedy is desperate for a break away from the spotlight. Escaping to the Riviera with her family, she's ready for a blissful holiday with nothing but the fresh sea air and a cocktail in her hand.

But as Bella and Felicity's paths cross, their lives are about to change in a way they never saw coming. Now they're setting sail on unfamiliar seas, navigating unexpected romance, confronting long-buried family secrets and discovering a whole new lease on life during this trip of a lifetime.

A wonderfully escapist and heart-warming read to dive into this summer. Fans of Sarah Morgan, Phillipa Ashley, Jennifer Bohnet and Below Deck will be absolutely charmed by this tale of love, friendship and living life to the fullest.

I could imagine this as a really glamorous movie, or perhaps even a drama series.  There are enough mini cliffhangers, or moments of intrigue, and so many secrets that it would make for some compelling viewing. 

In fact it makes for compelling reading too, and I absolutely adored the Italian Riviera setting, on board a superyacht.

Our leading ladies couldn't be more different, one a brand new chief steward on board the ship, and the other an incredibly well respected actress. Add in jealous crew members, a captain that I really disliked, a sexy nephew amongst the guests onboard, and a lawyer with ulterior motives and you have what is one rather eventful private charter. 

I had to keep reading to discover just what would happen next, while also loving life on the super yacht. 

I just found this incredibly enjoyable and this was my first experience of this author. Needless to say I will definitely be looking out for more, as I love this sort of book. 

Thank you to Embla Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.