From Provence with Love is a charming and emotionally resonant romance set in the picturesque south of France. Laura and Noah, both at the top of their game as real estate agents, are polar opposites in personality. Laura is controlled and cautious, while Noah is a carefree biker who lives in the moment. Their undeniable chemistry leads to a compelling story filled with heartfelt moments and self-discovery.

Their journey starts with a playful meet-cute and unfolds into something deeper as a surprise pregnancy forces them to confront their fears, past traumas, and hidden truths. What sets this book apart is how it doesn’t just explore romantic love but also delves into personal growth and emotional healing.

As someone living in the south of France, I can vouch for the authenticity of the setting. The lavender fields, medieval villages, and cozy restaurants are described so vividly they feel like stepping into a postcard. The environment becomes a character in its own right, perfectly complementing the characters’ growth and the magic of their journey.

While the story shines with its heartfelt moments and believable setting, it occasionally feels slightly predictable, which is why I’ve rated it 4 stars instead of 5. Still, Laura’s transformation and the realistic emotional depth of her and Noah’s relationship make it a thoroughly enjoyable read.

For readers who love slow-burn romance with beautiful backdrops, deep emotional arcs, and light on-the-page spice, From Provence with Love is a delightful escape. It’s a story that reminds us of the beauty of second chances and the healing power of love.

Found myself laughing out loud and smiling throughout this book… If you love cozy stories, some cute romance… this book is for you!

I received a free copy of, From Provence, With Love, by Alison Roberts, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Laura Gilchrist went to France to sell an inherited house, not to fall in love and become pregnant, but things happen. I enjoyed this read, going to France and England. Enjoyable characters and story.

Laura and Noah's love story was set in a captivating background. It was poignant and fraught with challenges, but it all works out in the end. The first and last chapters were so dramatic.

Overall, the book was written well, and the descriptions want me to go to Florence now.

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L'émerveillement – the only word I can use to describe this book.
From Provence with Love is the first book I have read by Alison Roberts, but it certainly won’t be the last. It has been a little while since I have read a book that has so viscerally touched the deepest, most hidden parts of me 🤎

Book rating: 5/5 ⭐
Tropes: Reverse grumpy x sunshine, surprise pregnancy, forced proximity, meet-cute
Spice: non-descriptive, bordering on closed door romance.

From Provence with Love follows Laura and Noah, both real-estate agents at the top of their game, but with completely different approaches to life. While Laura is controlled, safe and restrained, Noah is the biker who is wild and charming to boot, with the motto of living in the moment.
From their first meet, they have an undeniable attraction towards one another. One could put it down to the magic and beauty of France, but through their journey, we see deeper into the characters' individual pain, their lives, and how it has closed them off to feeling anything deeper for anybody than a passing fancy. However, fate has different plans for the two, and a surprise pregnancy forces them to face their demons, and admit truths both to themselves and to each other.

As I travailed with the characters through Lavender fields, picturesque medieval villages, and breathtaking restaurants, I found myself falling in love with not only the characters, this author, and France, but also… with life. Laura’s personality and pain, in many ways mimic my own, and to see her come into her own, listen to the voice that truly matters, and find herself after years of restraining her joy, released a contented sigh from the weariest parts of my soul.

Being acclimated to fast-paced, instant physical intimacy, dark romance books, I found myself initially struggling to get through the first 20 percent of the book despite it’s INCREDIBLE first chapter. However, once I passed my own personal slump I was able to fully immerse and escape into this world. This book is one that forces you to slow down. To relish each word. TO savour each moment. To admire each setting. To dive into the magic and fantasy of a love in a foreign land that was always meant to be. And while this book has all the elements of a contemporary romance novel (the meet-cute, reverse grumpy x sunshine, etc.,) the author’s elegant and classical prose sets it apart. It is clear that the author is in love with France and describes the smallest details with great love and care.

And reflected in that, is the way that life is meant to be lived. To relish and savour each moment, to notice the small details and find happiness in the state of just being in a beautiful place, surrounded by the one thing that has the ability to heal, strengthen, and sustain all life’s difficulties - Love.

Thank you to NETGALLEY and to Alison Roberts and her team, for generously providing me with an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

A cute, easy romance book which transports you to beautiful area of Provence. Having visiting these areas in France, I could really picture the house that Laura inherits and the surrounding area. I liked how the book gave the pov of both Laura and Noah, made the story more interesting to read from two perspectives.
I found the book a bit slow at times and didn’t love the writing style, it felt very plain & simple and wasn’t very descriptive. Would make a good holiday read.
Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced copy of this book, all opinions expressed are my own.

I spent a year in Provence in high school and find myself drawn to books that take me back to that magical place. This story was charming and the book delivered on transporting me back to my beloved France

I just finished such a sweet book. From Provence, With Love was a great story. I highly recommend it.

I absolutely loved this book from Alison Roberts, so very well written and with a wonderful storyline. Fabulous characters who felt so real, and the descriptions of Nice and Vence were perfect, took me right there. I always love novels set in France and this was no exception. Highly recommended.