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Summer of Silk and Stone
Paperback
Series: Les Plus Beaux Villages, Book 1
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 18 2025
Pages: 198
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.42 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
Claire Whitmore's perfectly planned romantic getaway to France just became a solo journey of self-discovery when her boyfriend dumps her three weeks before departure. Determined not to waste her first international adventure, she boards the plane to the enchanting medieval village of Cordes-sur-Ciel in southern France-but she never expected to find herself, her confidence, and the love of her life in the process.
When shy elementary school teacher Claire meets Julien Moreau, the passionate artisanal food producer whose family has farmed the golden hills of Occitanie for generations, sparks fly over wine tastings and whispered French endearments. But Julien offers more than just romance-he sees Claire's careful intensity as a gift to be treasured, not a flaw to be managed.
As Claire discovers the sensual pleasures of French cuisine, countryside adventures, and Julien's patient guidance into realms of trust and desire she's never explored, she transforms from a cautious woman playing it safe into someone brave enough to claim the passionate life she deserves.
Set against the honey-colored stones and lavender-scented hills of one of France's most beautiful villages, this is a story about:
- Finding courage in unexpected places
- The healing power of being truly seen and cherished
- Sensual awakening within emotional safety
- Choosing love over fear, adventure over security
- Building a life that bridges two cultures and two hearts
Perfect for readers who love Emily Henry, Christina Lauren, and Sarah Morgan-but with more steam, more heart, and a French accent that will leave you breathless.
What Readers Are Saying
Like 'Eat, Pray, Love' but with way more heat and a happy ending that made me cry. I want to book a flight to France immediately!
Finally, a heroine who gets to be both shy AND sensual. Claire's journey from heartbreak to confidence felt so real and beautiful.
The French countryside practically leaps off the page. I could taste the wine, smell the lavender, and feel completely transported.
Series Information
Les Plus Beaux Villages de France is a series of standalone romances set in the most beautiful villages of France, where heartbroken heroines discover that sometimes the best adventures begin when your original plans fall apart. Each book features:
- Gorgeous French village settings that become characters themselves
- Artisanal crafts and local traditions as pathways to sensual discovery
- Patient, skilled heroes who celebrate rather than suppress feminine intensity
- Cozy community acceptance and found family vibes
- Moderate heat with emphasis on emotional safety and consent
- Happy endings that feel both romantic and empowering
Coming Next: Lavender and Lace - A divorce attorney inherits a lavender farm in clifftop Sainte-Agnès and discovers family secrets, ancient perfume techniques, and a brooding farmer who tends more than just flowers...
Keywords/Categories
- Contemporary Romance
- International Romance
- French Romance
- Small Town Romance
- Cozy Romance
- Sensual Romance
- Travel Romance
- Second Chance at Love
- Self-Discovery Romance
- Foodie Romance
- Artisan Romance
- Enemies to Lovers (mild)
- Fish Out of Water
- Cultural Romance
- Emotional Growth
- France Travel Fiction
- Medieval Village Romance
- Wine Country Romance
- Lavender Romance
- BDSM Romance (gentle/cozy)
Perfect for readers seeking escapist romance with substance, beautiful settings, and characters who grow into their best selves through love.
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