This was such a cute story indeed. And look, while I didn’t even know glass making was a serious thing in Venice, I enjoyed the author’s descriptive passages about the Zanetti family career. Venice sounds like an extremely romantic and dreamy place, from what I read, excluding the disturbing details about the history of some places. The Zanettis were glass blowers, yes. Piero’s passion for the job was palpable, but his uncertainty proved to be a hindrance in actually showcasing his talent. Didi had everything, a good job, a pretty good family and didn’t need romance in her life. Spending time together sort of grounded them both and brought out the shades of themselves that they never knew they had in themselves.

This book was honestly a breather for me. Third person narrative, alternating between both sides of the MCs. I had my fill of cute moments, deep ones and quiet, comfortable ones. Got that giddy feeling during that New Year’s kiss.

The last few chapters were incredibly romantic, not the swoony kind, but the feel-good and forever kind. So much for Didi being the hell-no-not-romance type😂. I highly recommend this book. I really really liked it. You would have seen me with a plastered smile on my face for the entirety of this book. Still haven’t wiped it off:)

I received an advance copy of, A Match Made in Venice, by Leonie Mack. This was a good book. Didi was a nice character in a great setting, Venice.

This is a wonderfully written slow-burn romance. I absolutely loved the attention the author played to setting and felt like I was right there with the characters throughout. I loved how the themes of family and healing from heartbreak were explored - richly and thoughtfully. And the romance! Sexy, romantic and brilliantly done. Highly recommended.

Loved this. The setting and characters were fun and fresh. Didi and Piero were a breath of fresh air. The writing worked well and made the reader feel present in the story. Can’t wait to read the next book!

The details about this book were amazing. Really made you feel like you were there experiencing it yourself.
Didi and Pieros story is so cute. They truly have a special connection.

Full review to come

Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.

I don't know if the descriptions of Venice are accurate but they are detailed and beautifully told. The author truly has a talent when it comes to writing in a way that allows the reader to visualize the words.

The problem for me was that I didn’t have a good time reading this book. I went into it thinking I was going to get a feel-good Christmasy novel that would warm my heart. Unfortunately, at times I forgot this book even had much to do with Christmas. A lot of the book was the author telling us rather than showing us. I also didn’t like any of the characters. I found Didi’s family to be annoying and Piero to be whiny rather than ‘tortured’.

What it really comes down to is that I, unfortunately, stumbled onto a book that wasn’t for me no matter how much I wanted to enjoy it.

A beautifully romantic read that left me feeling like I’ve had a mini break in Venice and Murano, the most beautiful part of the world. I was totally absorbed with Didi and Piero’s story and felt like I was there with them, experiencing the sights, smells and taste of Venice. Beautifully written and full of hope. Absolutely magical.

As I said previously I absolutely adore Boldwood titles. They are some of the very best books on this platform. This one is no exception.
Premise
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…

I loved Didi and Pieros story. I loved the beautiful scenery of Venice and of course the sexy tortured artist thing doesn’t hurt either. ;) We had a recent power outage and I had some time to read, thankfully my kindle was charged and I literally read it in one sitting. Thank you Boldwood!

Didi is in Venice for work not to have fun. She needs to convince Piero, a glass artist, to make a piece for the store she works at in London.
Will she be able to change his mind, and will he change hers about love?

A great festive read - makes me want to go and visit Venice at Christmas!