Böcker av Penny Pecorelli

A life-altering phone call from Italy shatters Gabriella's carefree existence as a student in London. Rushing home, she arrives just in time to bid farewell to her beloved father, the Count. Faced with a crumbling estate and the responsibility of caring for those she holds dear, Gabriella makes a bold decision: to transform her ancestral home into a hotel. However, she can't do it alone. Enter a mysterious stranger, glimpsed fleetingly on a London train, who may hold the key to her success. As Gabriella strives to make her venture thrive, she finds herself equally determined to challenge the centuries-old tradition that bars female riders from participating in the biannual Joust of the Saracen held in the nearby city. With the odds stacked against her, Gabriella must navigate the complexities of love and duty while fighting to forge her own path. Can she rewrite history and win the heart of the man she loves, or will her dreams be shattered by the weight of tradition?

Sam, a young English artist, embarks on a fresh start at her uncle's art gallery in Naples, only to find herself in the midst of the timeless saying, 'The course of true love never runs smoothly.' Her path crosses with Federico, a dedicated doctor and the cousin of her best friend, Giulia. An unexpected meeting in a picturesque Italian hill village near Naples leads Sam to fall in love, but doubts linger about Federico's feelings. Complicating matters is another woman in his life and his difficult mother, leaving Sam to question whether Federico is sincere or simply leading her on. As Sam navigates the complexities of her romantic life, her artistic career flourishes with the support of her uncle and his partner. She also finds a sense of belonging and connection with Giulia's family, embracing the community spirit and traditional values in Giulia's village. Her involvement with the local school where Giulia teaches further deepens her bond with Italy and its people. This story captures the essence of a young woman's journey through love and self-discovery, set against the vibrant backdrop of Italian culture, tradition, and the art world.