Change of Heart by T.A. Williams

Release: November 2, 2023
Format: Ebook
Publisher: ‎ Canelo Romance
Source: Rachel’s Random Resources
Find it at: Amazon US , Amazon UK

Two families at war and Alice finds herself caught in the middle. Can she re-write a story as old as time?

Cutbacks force Alice out of her assistant manager role at a Devonshire stately home. Then she turns her sights elsewhere: the picturesque hills above the historic city of Parma. An aristocratic Italian family are looking to open their medieval castle to the public. And Alice is just the woman for the job.

Four years ago, a life-changing accident pushed Alice into depression. But the beauty and charm of the Italian countryside works its magic in brightening her days. Especially when she keeps bumping into handsome Luca… But rivalries run deep in the town, and Alice’s work – not to mention her potential love life – are caught in the middle of a long-standing feud between two families.

With her job and future happiness in peril, can Alice save the future of the castle, and bring two warring families together?

Author Bio :

I’m a man. And a pretty old man as well. I did languages at university a long time ago and then lived and worked in France and Switzerland before going to Italy for seven years as a teacher of English. My Italian wife and I then came back to the UK with our little daughter where I ran a big English language school for many years. We now live in a sleepy little village in Devonshire. I’ve been writing almost all my life . But it was only ten years ago that I finally managed to find a publisher who liked my work enough to offer me my first contract.

The fact that I am now writing escapist romance is something I still find hard to explain. My early books were thrillers and historical novels and I now also write cozy crime. But my first love has always been romance. Maybe it’s because there are so many horrible things happening in the world today that I feel I need to do my best to provide something to cheer my readers up. My books provide escapism to some gorgeous locations and descriptions of food to make you drool.

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Change of Heart Review:

To begin with, I really appreciated the way the author portrayed Alice’s character. Alice, who has a disability and a secret, was intriguing to follow, and it was fascinating to observe how these aspects of her life influenced her. The connection she shared with Luca was beautifully depicted, and some of my most cherished moments in the story took place during their visit to Blue Lake.

Moving on, the author’s vivid descriptions of Veraldo Castle and the picturesque landscapes of Parma, Italy, made me feel like I was right there, exploring the castle walls alongside the characters. The narrative also highlighted the significance of agriculture and land preservation, with scenes involving timber harvesting and livestock cultivation leaving a solid impression on me.

Thirdly, the drama involving the supporting characters added depth and intrigue to the story. Characters like Tommaso and Simonetta, Silvia and Achille, and Alfonso and Pietro drew me in, making me care about their individual family dramas. The transformation of the baron’s character was particularly heartwarming, as it was clear how Alice had a positive impact on him and altered his perspective. Even the cantankerous old mayor played a crucial role as the story’s antagonist, contributing to the tale’s overall charm.

In summary, “Change of Heart” is a heartwarming and delightful story that will brighten your spirits.