One Golden Summer

Chateau de Belliveau

By: Helen Row Toews

Narrated by: Rachel Perry

When fate whispers of second chances, Angelina Fisk finds herself swept away to the sun-drenched hills of France

Angelina Fisk is accustomed to proving herself in a male-dominated workplace. Still, when false accusations result in wrongful dismissal, she's left wondering how she'll ever find work again or cope with her growing cynicism toward men.

With unexpected time on her hands, Angelina takes her sister's place on holiday in France. Trouble is, she's going as a chaperone. A younger cousin believes herself madly in love with the handsome billionaire Julien Belliveau and has charmed two invitations to his chateau in Provence.

While an attentive host, Julien appears polite but inscrutable. Yet, clearly, he hides a dark secret. Sparks fly as Angelina determines to unravel the mystery while battling her own deepening attraction to this man she distrusts.

As the golden summer sun weaves its way into her heart, Angelina finds she cares for more than just the beautiful French countryside. But when disaster strikes and lives are at risk, only she can save the day. Will it be enough?

Thankfully, in the beautiful south of France, dreams really do come true.

©2018 Helen Row Toews (P)2018 Tantor Media

Likeable protagonist with satisfying plot

This book is the perfect summer listen: I appreciated how the protagonist stands out as so capable and intelligent. Angelina is confident and has a well developed sense of self, which is something not always apparent in protagonists belonging to this genre. This book strikes a great balance between delivering expected romantic tropes while still delivering something original through Angelina’s career. The book also deals with sexism and sexual harassment. The narrator also does a really good job. I will listen to the next book in the series certainly.