I was drawn to "In Italy for Love" by Leonie Mack for its promise of a romantic Italian getaway. While the book certainly delivered on the picturesque setting, I found myself wishing for a bit more depth in the story and characters.

The Italian backdrop was absolutely enchanting, and Mack's descriptions brought the sights and sounds to life. However, the plot felt a bit predictable, and the characters lacked the complexity I craved. While Lou and Nick were likable enough, their connection didn't spark the same passion I had hoped for.

Despite these minor shortcomings, "In Italy for Love" is a charming read that offers a glimpse into the beauty of Italy. If you're looking for a lighthearted romance with a touch of Italian flair, this book might be just what you're seeking.

A sweet and funny story . Two strangers meet and have a passionate night and they believe they will never meet again . But that not the case and the next afternoon are meeting face to face and have to live together . They both had come off from bad relationships and they don't looking for new one . Will their broken hearts heal together ?
I received this book from netgalley , the author and the publicer as an ARC . Thank you . All thoughts and opinions are my own .

Julia is stuck in Italy, with an expired passport, a rundown B&B, and still living with her ex, Luca. Rather than ask her parents for help, she decides to help herself - and heads in the opposite direction of Luca, to work on an olive farm, hopefully earning enough money to pay for her passport to be renewed and a flight ticket back home. The farm that she winds up on is beautiful, and the locals very welcoming to her. Julia intends to not get romantically involved with anyone, but then she meets Alex who also has made the same promise to himself. Alex is also in a rut, but then things start to feel differently for him once he meets Julia.

This was a great story for romance, yes, but also really good character growth, especially for Alex, I felt. He had been through a lot, which actually made him very relatable, and he learned to overcome. Julia, also, was relatable in that she was able to problem solve and learned to come out on the other side of things.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Argh I love Leonie and her beautiful books with gorgeously summery covers. This is no exception. A gorgeous story her characters always feel real and the stories unwind realistically

Thank you NetGalley & Boldwood books for allowing me access to this eBook! In Italy for love by Leonie Mack will be released Oct 22th and it follows Julia Volpe who flees the remnants of her failed Italian dream to work on an olive farm in the quaint town of Cividale del Friuli. Still living with her ex and struggling to move on, Jules is determined to rebuild her life—but she hadn’t counted on the beauty of Italy or the warmth of the locals to break down her walls. When she meets the enigmatic Alex, a man with his own reasons to avoid love, Jules’ resolve to stay single begins to waver. I liked how Italy was described in this, so so lovely! It's a journey of self discovery and healing for the FMC which I really liked to read about!

This is a beautiful, heartwarming read with the captivating setting of Italy. You'll be rooting for Jules and Alex the whole way!

This was a cute read. The story was easy to follow and had a good cast of characters. I highly recommend it.
💖 Thank you to netgalley, the author and publisher for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Wholesome, beautiful and heartwarming. As a fellow lover of Italy (despite the Italian bureaucracy) it was picturing an Italian small town very well.

Would have loved to read this book in first person perspective since it’s written from both Jules and Alex’s point of view.

Will recommend!

Jules and Alex overcoming their past hurt was soooo heart warming !!
I cant say except I love arco like I even own a dog which i don’t lol
Attila is cute with her fluffy tail !!

Alex and Jules

Such a sweet story.

Jules is from Australia but a few years ago she followed her heart and moved to Italy. Well, that was a huge mistake. She is now broken up with him but has still been living with him for a year. She has to go. She can’t stand another minute there. So, she packs everything she can up, and off she goes..her dog following her. With her bank account low, she has few options. Even fewer with a dog. She’s in luck, a farm across Italy has a job available for housing. Perfect. Onward she goes. Once arrived, she meets Alex. He’s playing the accordion outside and she’s intrigued. Maybe this move won’t be so bad.

Alex has had a very difficult past few years. Life has not gone his way and now his life is just a monotonous loop. His family is worried, as he never smiles. Alex doesn’t know how to move forward. As he’s playing one evening, Jules approaches…and he smiles.

Such a beautiful story. Your heart goes out to Alex and you instantly want the best for him. Definitely a story of growth, family, and love.

Lo último que quiere Jules es enamorse, su última relación la hizo mudarse a Italia, poner un negocio con su ex para que al final lo perdiera todo. Entonces cuando conoce a Alex decide que lo suyo será una aventura,

Alex no piensa y no quiere volver a amar, no tiene novias o citas, pero conoce a Jules y lo hace dudar.

Me gustó la ambientación, la forma en que todo el pueblo formó su propia familia, las escenas del aceite de oliva y las castañas fueron tan detalladas que me imagine su sabor, la perseverancia y tenacidad de Jules.



Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Great book. Interesting characters. The plot captured my attention on page 1 and I could not put it down. I would Read another book by this author.

I am a sucker for a book set in Italy! The culture, descriptions, atmosphere. Love! While similar to another recent read of mine, I still really enjoyed this one! Thank you NetGalley for the arc!