insert slow clap) Matt and Violets snarky relationship evolves and takes the reader on a romantic journey through Italy. I am already adding this novel to my 'All Time Favorites' shelf where it will join one of her other novels "Talk Bookish to Me".

I really liked how there wasn't too much conflict in the book and the conflict we did have didn't feel forced, it was really realistic and was resolved in a way that I did enjoy! When Violet lands a fashion internship in Rome, she must step up to complete against her two (younger) classmates to win the ultimate prize of a job at a New York label. I read a lot of contemporary and historical, both adult and YA, and I've also been enjoying more and more fantasy lately.This contemporary, grumpy-sunshine, forced proximity, enemies-to-lovers, destination romcom was such a blast!

Kate Bromley lives in New York City with her husband, son, and her somewhat excessive collection of romance novels.

I laughed out loud so many times and I am sure I smiled creepily alone in my room for 90% of the book. I love reading books set abroad during the summer (especially when it seems like everyone has a fancy European vacation planned this summer but you! Ebooks fulfilled through Glose cannot be printed, downloaded as PDF, or read in other digital readers (like Kindle or Nook). Their animosity (and undeniable chemistry) grows as together they're forced to face a summer of chic parties, adventures through Rome and sharing a home.

You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. There’s amazing banter, friendships that will remind you of your own, and a setting that will make you want to pack your bags and jet set! At 20 she left fashion school to follow a man who then left her (he is selfish, but as time goes on in the book it becomes clear that both of them know that though they like each other, maybe even love each other as friends, they are not a match but they have been together so long they are terrified to let go of one another. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit.For this reason, her situation with Matteo was somewhat confusing because she seemed to be more irritated with him than the situation justified. I loved when the characters were sightseeing, and found it to be so much more entertaining than all the fashion talk. Her struggles with self doubt, feeling inadequate with her work, and feeling too old to pursue her dreams is definitely something I could relate to and I loved that it was a featured element in her story. As someone who loves both rom coms and romances that have a little more meat to them, I loved the extra layers Sam’s personal journey added to the story. We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers.

The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Most college romances involve characters in their early twenties (or maybe 18/19), so I was excited to meet Violet.By completing your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and authorise Audible to charge your designated card or any other card on file. Mina introduces her to a group of other women who work in fashion, and they have the coolest support system and friendship. When she lands a summer internship at an up-and-coming fashion brand in Rome, she knows she’s got to bring her A game.