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May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn
Glorious spring has arrived in Todi. Will friendship and hope blossom as well?
After a successful seasonal opening in April, friends Emma and Annarita are eager to welcome a new set of guests to their Umbrian inn during the full bloom of May.
Upstate New Yorker Lisa needs an escape from betrayal and the prying eyes of her smalltown neighbors. Elderly, reclusive artist Antonio hopes leaving Milan for a country sojourn will spark his long dormant creative muse. Manhattan socialite mother Sharon grudgingly embarks on a country holiday with her young son, Josh, with whom she shares few interests. Roman author Margherita prefers time spent alone, but her career may depend on a stay in bucolic Todi among fellow guests. And Emma and Annarita are anxious to embrace their close friend Tiffany on her brief stay in the heart of Umbria.
The swallows may have returned and colorful petals now dot the countryside, but will the inn’s atmosphere allow hurts to heal and friendships to blossom?
After a successful seasonal opening in April, friends Emma and Annarita are eager to welcome a new set of guests to their Umbrian inn during the full bloom of May.
Upstate New Yorker Lisa needs an escape from betrayal and the prying eyes of her smalltown neighbors. Elderly, reclusive artist Antonio hopes leaving Milan for a country sojourn will spark his long dormant creative muse. Manhattan socialite mother Sharon grudgingly embarks on a country holiday with her young son, Josh, with whom she shares few interests. Roman author Margherita prefers time spent alone, but her career may depend on a stay in bucolic Todi among fellow guests. And Emma and Annarita are anxious to embrace their close friend Tiffany on her brief stay in the heart of Umbria.
The swallows may have returned and colorful petals now dot the countryside, but will the inn’s atmosphere allow hurts to heal and friendships to blossom?
400 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 8, 2026
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Kimberly Sullivan
9 books138 followersI write the women’s fiction stories I love to read, both contemporary and historic tales of women and the rich lives they lead along their journeys of self-discovery. A lifetime admirer and longtime resident of Italy, I’m often guilty of sneaking the bel paese into my stories.
Award-winning author of six novels, one short story collection and coeditor of two historical fiction anthologies. Proud member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA), and the Historical Novel Society.
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Award-winning author of six novels, one short story collection and coeditor of two historical fiction anthologies. Proud member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA), and the Historical Novel Society.
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May 13, 2026
I had no idea this was a series set in and around The Three Coins Inn and there's me starting with the third book!...
It was quite apt to be reading this book as we too find ourselves in May, although with our weather being a little more intermittent it was an enjoyable escapism.
Heartwarming and full of hope the story centres around five guests staying at the inn, all seeking distraction for one reason or another. Their characters were very human, easily likeable and all relatable in their own ways.
Inviting and inspiring.
It was quite apt to be reading this book as we too find ourselves in May, although with our weather being a little more intermittent it was an enjoyable escapism.
Heartwarming and full of hope the story centres around five guests staying at the inn, all seeking distraction for one reason or another. Their characters were very human, easily likeable and all relatable in their own ways.
Inviting and inspiring.
May 11, 2026
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan follows four different guests as they converge on a charming inn in the medieval hilltop of Todi, Umbria, each seeking an escape from the complexities of their lives.
Through the guests, the novel explores universal themes of heartbreak, regret and the weight of family expectations, as well as the courageous pursuit of second chances. Set against the backdrop of a lush Italian spring, it weaves together the stories of Lisa, fleeing a humiliating betrayal; Antonio, an aging artist returning to a place haunted by lost love; Sharon, a wealthy but emotionally distant mother on a forced bonding trip with her younger son; and Margherita, a successful but cripplingly shy author suffering from writer's block.
Lisa arrives in Todi nursing the wounds of a public rejection by her ex-fiancé whom she had loved since she was a teenager. She hopes the Italian countryside will be the first of the many things she has been putting off, and will soon soothe her already battered soul. Meanwhile, Antonio has checked himself into a specific room at the inn for reasons he keeps to himself. He harbors insecurities about his origins, his age and creative decline. He fears his best days are behind him and as you read his story, you are forced to wonder whether the journey for him is an escape or the first step towards courage. The inn also welcomes the aloof Sharon and her perceptive nine year old son Josh, who is far more interested in the inn's resident artist and local shepherd than his mother's spa appointments. Sharon forces you to question whether she is living the life she wanted or the one she was expected to. You also find yourself wondering why her son seems to connect more easily with strangers than with her. Finally, Margherita, a Roman author whose agent has forced her out of her apartment, arrives terrified of the human interaction that awaits her. You see her struggle internally and externally, and you are left curious about why someone so successful is so afraid of being seen and why her success seems to amplify her insecurity rather than erase it. Initially the guests remain isolated in their own worlds, but as the May flowers begin to bloom, so too do unexpected connections, forcing each of them to confront the past they came to escape.
Sullivan excels at crafting deeply human characters whose internal struggles feel authentic and relatable. Her strength also lies in the slow-burn revelations, particularly in the story of Antonio, whose connection to the inn's history emerges as breathtaking. She has painted Todi and its surroundings countryside with such vivid, sensory detail that it becomes like a living character in its own right. The novel's pacing is a masterclass, allowing the characters' lives to genuinely intertwine, leading to moments of genuine emotional resonance and triumph. Notable is the growing bond between the lonely young Josh and the elderly artist, which as tenderly as it emerges, accurately showcases how healing can come from the most unexpected friendships.
Quill says: May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan is warm, and perfectly captures the feeling of arriving somewhere new and discovering exactly what you didn't know you were looking for. With its cast of beautifully flawed characters and its idyllic Italian setting, it's a story about the courage it takes to heal old wounds and the messy but tasking process of blooming anew. Among its peers in the women fiction and travel-lit genres, what makes it so special is its refusal to settle for a single protagonist's journey, instead, weaving together four distinct characters across generations, and allowing each one of their healing journeys to illuminate and deepen the other's. For anyone who believes in the magic of a change of scenery and the power of human connection, this book will be an absolute treat and the perfect escape that will leave you longing to book your own stay at a Three Coins Inn of your own.
Through the guests, the novel explores universal themes of heartbreak, regret and the weight of family expectations, as well as the courageous pursuit of second chances. Set against the backdrop of a lush Italian spring, it weaves together the stories of Lisa, fleeing a humiliating betrayal; Antonio, an aging artist returning to a place haunted by lost love; Sharon, a wealthy but emotionally distant mother on a forced bonding trip with her younger son; and Margherita, a successful but cripplingly shy author suffering from writer's block.
Lisa arrives in Todi nursing the wounds of a public rejection by her ex-fiancé whom she had loved since she was a teenager. She hopes the Italian countryside will be the first of the many things she has been putting off, and will soon soothe her already battered soul. Meanwhile, Antonio has checked himself into a specific room at the inn for reasons he keeps to himself. He harbors insecurities about his origins, his age and creative decline. He fears his best days are behind him and as you read his story, you are forced to wonder whether the journey for him is an escape or the first step towards courage. The inn also welcomes the aloof Sharon and her perceptive nine year old son Josh, who is far more interested in the inn's resident artist and local shepherd than his mother's spa appointments. Sharon forces you to question whether she is living the life she wanted or the one she was expected to. You also find yourself wondering why her son seems to connect more easily with strangers than with her. Finally, Margherita, a Roman author whose agent has forced her out of her apartment, arrives terrified of the human interaction that awaits her. You see her struggle internally and externally, and you are left curious about why someone so successful is so afraid of being seen and why her success seems to amplify her insecurity rather than erase it. Initially the guests remain isolated in their own worlds, but as the May flowers begin to bloom, so too do unexpected connections, forcing each of them to confront the past they came to escape.
Sullivan excels at crafting deeply human characters whose internal struggles feel authentic and relatable. Her strength also lies in the slow-burn revelations, particularly in the story of Antonio, whose connection to the inn's history emerges as breathtaking. She has painted Todi and its surroundings countryside with such vivid, sensory detail that it becomes like a living character in its own right. The novel's pacing is a masterclass, allowing the characters' lives to genuinely intertwine, leading to moments of genuine emotional resonance and triumph. Notable is the growing bond between the lonely young Josh and the elderly artist, which as tenderly as it emerges, accurately showcases how healing can come from the most unexpected friendships.
Quill says: May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan is warm, and perfectly captures the feeling of arriving somewhere new and discovering exactly what you didn't know you were looking for. With its cast of beautifully flawed characters and its idyllic Italian setting, it's a story about the courage it takes to heal old wounds and the messy but tasking process of blooming anew. Among its peers in the women fiction and travel-lit genres, what makes it so special is its refusal to settle for a single protagonist's journey, instead, weaving together four distinct characters across generations, and allowing each one of their healing journeys to illuminate and deepen the other's. For anyone who believes in the magic of a change of scenery and the power of human connection, this book will be an absolute treat and the perfect escape that will leave you longing to book your own stay at a Three Coins Inn of your own.
May 8, 2026
Spring is in the air. The blooming of vibrant flowers and the gentle warming of temperatures bring with them the promise of sightseers eager to explore the touristy Todi, an Umbrian village in beautiful Italy. Nestled in the heart of the town, The Three Coins Inn is anticipating another flurry of visitors this season. Ever the dedicated host, Emma, the inn’s owner, worries that the new group of guests is all too busy facing personal battles to bond with one another. A young woman is reeling from her ex-fiancé’s betrayal, a mother struggles to strengthen her bond with her son, and an elderly man returns for tranquility and nostalgia. A deeply introverted author steps out of her comfort zone.
As the guests start to mingle, they soon realize that despite their glaring differences, fate has brought them to The Three Coins Inn for a reason.
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn is the third installment in the Three Coins series by Kimberly Sullivan, following a new batch of guests. Regaling us with the best of Todi—idyllic sites, delectable food, and rich culture, readers are effortlessly transported to the inn. Beyond the affective world-building, we get to know the guests and the employees, and we get a peek behind the scenes into how a hotel is run. Think White Lotus, but cozier and wholesome.
The book is cleverly written in the third person, allowing readers to follow a handful of perspectives. Sullivan’s characters boast rich internal dialogue, and I found it easy to transition from one to another. Despite their stark differences, each guest had something relatable. Antonio’s ruminations about lost love and regrets were a reminder to live fully in the present. Sharon’s lamenting her lack of connection with her son prompted me to prioritize relationships. As a self-proclaimed introvert, I understood Margherita’s tendency to hide from the world, sometimes to my own detriment. The author has done an excellent job of illustrating that no matter your age, socioeconomic status, or any other factor, no one is immune to adversity.
Read this novel as a standalone or as part of a series. May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn will sweep readers off their feet with its character-driven plot and vibrant scene-setting, providing the ultimate escape. Those who enjoy novels about travelling, art, and culture will marvel at Sullivan’s attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of the hilltop village—a true feast for the senses!
As the guests start to mingle, they soon realize that despite their glaring differences, fate has brought them to The Three Coins Inn for a reason.
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn is the third installment in the Three Coins series by Kimberly Sullivan, following a new batch of guests. Regaling us with the best of Todi—idyllic sites, delectable food, and rich culture, readers are effortlessly transported to the inn. Beyond the affective world-building, we get to know the guests and the employees, and we get a peek behind the scenes into how a hotel is run. Think White Lotus, but cozier and wholesome.
The book is cleverly written in the third person, allowing readers to follow a handful of perspectives. Sullivan’s characters boast rich internal dialogue, and I found it easy to transition from one to another. Despite their stark differences, each guest had something relatable. Antonio’s ruminations about lost love and regrets were a reminder to live fully in the present. Sharon’s lamenting her lack of connection with her son prompted me to prioritize relationships. As a self-proclaimed introvert, I understood Margherita’s tendency to hide from the world, sometimes to my own detriment. The author has done an excellent job of illustrating that no matter your age, socioeconomic status, or any other factor, no one is immune to adversity.
Read this novel as a standalone or as part of a series. May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn will sweep readers off their feet with its character-driven plot and vibrant scene-setting, providing the ultimate escape. Those who enjoy novels about travelling, art, and culture will marvel at Sullivan’s attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of the hilltop village—a true feast for the senses!
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April 21, 2026Kimberly Sullivan’s May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn is a warm and inviting contemporary novel that beautifully captures the quiet magic of renewal, friendship, and second chances. Set in the picturesque town of Todi during springtime, the story offers a soothing escape into a world where strangers slowly become companions and emotional healing unfolds in subtle, believable ways.
The ensemble cast of guests adds depth and variety to the narrative. Each character arrives carrying personal burdens, betrayal, creative stagnation, loneliness, or strained family ties and Sullivan thoughtfully weaves their individual journeys into the shared space of the inn. The Italian countryside setting enhances the emotional tone, offering a calming backdrop that mirrors the internal transformations of the characters.
What stands out most is the novel’s gentle pacing and emphasis on human connection. Rather than relying on dramatic twists, the story finds its strength in small, meaningful interactions and the gradual softening of emotional barriers. It’s a comforting, character-driven read that will appeal to readers who enjoy stories about healing, friendship, and found community in idyllic settings.
The ensemble cast of guests adds depth and variety to the narrative. Each character arrives carrying personal burdens, betrayal, creative stagnation, loneliness, or strained family ties and Sullivan thoughtfully weaves their individual journeys into the shared space of the inn. The Italian countryside setting enhances the emotional tone, offering a calming backdrop that mirrors the internal transformations of the characters.
What stands out most is the novel’s gentle pacing and emphasis on human connection. Rather than relying on dramatic twists, the story finds its strength in small, meaningful interactions and the gradual softening of emotional barriers. It’s a comforting, character-driven read that will appeal to readers who enjoy stories about healing, friendship, and found community in idyllic settings.
May 16, 2026
Kimberly Sullivan is a new to me author and I enjoyed journeying to Umbria to meet such a variety of characters. This is the third in a series but I was able to read it as a standalone. The guests at the Three Coins inn all seemed to have their own reasons for taking refuge there. Lisa has returned to try to sample some of the life she could have had if events had been different and she had stood up for what she wanted in her youth. Antonio, the revered artist, has quite a history behind him and a complicated reason to return to the inn. Most entertaining is Josh who has been brought along with his preoccupied mother. He proves to be mature beyond his years but also has all the vulnerability of childhood. Reclusive Margherita is the most intriguing as she searches for a way to unblock her creativity and come to terms with her past.
As the lives of the guests meet and friendships are formed, you become invested in their lives but conscious that this is a time limited stay. The Italian countryside is beautiful as Antonio captures it and the sounds and sights of the countryside fills the story. This is well worth a read, especially once the characters are established at the inn/
In short: searching for answers in the Umbrian countryside
Thanks to the publisher
As the lives of the guests meet and friendships are formed, you become invested in their lives but conscious that this is a time limited stay. The Italian countryside is beautiful as Antonio captures it and the sounds and sights of the countryside fills the story. This is well worth a read, especially once the characters are established at the inn/
In short: searching for answers in the Umbrian countryside
Thanks to the publisher
May 10, 2026
Sometimes the books that heal you the most are the quiet ones🌿. The ones filled with fresh spring air, tiny moments between strangers, healing after heartbreak, found friendship, beautiful food + countryside views, and people learning how to live again.
A cozy inn in the Italian countryside.
A group of people all carrying different kinds of hurt.
And somehow…..in the middle of blooming flowers, shared meals, and quiet conversations… they slowly begin finding pieces of themselves again🥹.
🌿As someone who LOVES stories where healing happens softly instead of dramatically this is a book you can curl up with and don’t want to leave.
With every guest carrying something different
💔 betrayal
🎨 lost creativity
🌷 loneliness
👩👦 strained family relationships
✍️ creative burnout
There’s something so comforting about stories that remind us life can still surprise us after disappointment. That healing doesn’t have to be loud. Sometimes it’s just coffee with strangers, fresh flowers on a table, shared meals, and slowing down long enough to breathe again🥹
A cozy inn in the Italian countryside.
A group of people all carrying different kinds of hurt.
And somehow…..in the middle of blooming flowers, shared meals, and quiet conversations… they slowly begin finding pieces of themselves again🥹.
🌿As someone who LOVES stories where healing happens softly instead of dramatically this is a book you can curl up with and don’t want to leave.
With every guest carrying something different
💔 betrayal
🎨 lost creativity
🌷 loneliness
👩👦 strained family relationships
✍️ creative burnout
There’s something so comforting about stories that remind us life can still surprise us after disappointment. That healing doesn’t have to be loud. Sometimes it’s just coffee with strangers, fresh flowers on a table, shared meals, and slowing down long enough to breathe again🥹
May 22, 2026
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan is a book about April and Annarita who run the Umbrian Inn during May and new guests coming in. Apparently this book is book 3 in a series featuring the characters and the inn. You can read this as a standalone book as the book features all new inn characters, 4 to be exact. One of the inn guests is Lisa, who has left her life due to a betrayal from her former fiancee. Another character is Antonio who is an older artist looking for his muse again to a degree. Sharon and her young son also arrive at the inn, which looks at the mom not able to connect with her own son in any kind of substantial way. These characters are so well relatable to the readers and we get to hear all about them as the story progresses. Sometimes you never know what you are looking for is right in front of you. That is a great theme for this book. I think that this one is a great fictional read about that human connection that everyone needs and what happens when you find it!
June 4, 2026
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn, Book 3 in the Series, delivers again. As Emma and Mark welcome a new set of guest, we meet them and are reunited with our old favorites from previous books. Todi in the Spring makes for a beautifully described setting for Josh and his mom to Margherita to Lisa to the old artist, Antonio.
I loved reading their backstories so eloquently woven into the main plot and watching their experiences in the magical inn in the Italian countryside. Kimberly Sullivan weaves their journeys together and alone to keep you guessing as to what will happen next. I loved this book and can't wait for the next one in the series. I so want to visit this area some day as it feels like I've been there already. A magical Five Stars!
I loved reading their backstories so eloquently woven into the main plot and watching their experiences in the magical inn in the Italian countryside. Kimberly Sullivan weaves their journeys together and alone to keep you guessing as to what will happen next. I loved this book and can't wait for the next one in the series. I so want to visit this area some day as it feels like I've been there already. A magical Five Stars!
May 15, 2026
I had no idea this was part of a series, I just liked the synopsis and then read the book only to find out it was the third in the series. I guess it's fair to say they can be read as standalone books!
I loved the escapism of this setting! Everything about it seemed idyllic and like someplace I would love to go. The story is about people who all come to the Inn for their own different reasons and in need of a distraction from their lives and they end up finding it in each other is so heartwarming and enjoyable. There was lots of yummy food and scenery to take in and even a little bit of Italian heritage to learn about. And the fact that I was reading it at the time the book is se at made it even more special
If you need to escape to Italy for a few hours, look no further.
Thanks to the author, Rachel's Random Resources and NetGalley for the eArc in exchange for my review
I loved the escapism of this setting! Everything about it seemed idyllic and like someplace I would love to go. The story is about people who all come to the Inn for their own different reasons and in need of a distraction from their lives and they end up finding it in each other is so heartwarming and enjoyable. There was lots of yummy food and scenery to take in and even a little bit of Italian heritage to learn about. And the fact that I was reading it at the time the book is se at made it even more special
If you need to escape to Italy for a few hours, look no further.
Thanks to the author, Rachel's Random Resources and NetGalley for the eArc in exchange for my review
May 17, 2026
You are at a small Inn located in a small Italian town for vacation. The keepers of the inn pride themselves on creating a community of guests for the week, which is not easy because the guests are from all over and there for different reasons. An elderly artist wants to recapture his love of painting in a familiar place. A bestselling author struggling with her second book wants to meet her editors expectations. A mother and son with a strained relationship are a few people at the Inn this week.
This book brings Italy to life. It’s part of a series and when I read the last book, I couldn’t wait to visit Italy! Luckily I had a trip planned but now I want to go back again! The characters and the charm make the book impossible to put down. A true escape read!
This book brings Italy to life. It’s part of a series and when I read the last book, I couldn’t wait to visit Italy! Luckily I had a trip planned but now I want to go back again! The characters and the charm make the book impossible to put down. A true escape read!
May 8, 2026
What a joy to return to The Three Coins Inn, vicariously residing in rural Umbria with the medieval town of Todi on the heights above the hotel. The town, countryside, and food are characters in their own right, and Kimberly Sullivan is as talented at evoking them as she is at crafting unique characters. A new cast of guests avail themselves of the region's charms as owner Emma gently guides them to slow down and rediscover themselves in superb surroundings.
Brava Kimberly, and grazie mille for another chance to spend time at The Three Coins Inn.
Brava Kimberly, and grazie mille for another chance to spend time at The Three Coins Inn.
May 21, 2026
Magic happens at the Three Coins Inn. Guests come for a relaxing vacation and leave with a new lease on life.
May 16, 2026
This is the 3rd story in the Three Coins Inn series, but could be read as a standalone. This takes place at the Three Coins Inn at Todi in Umbria. Friends Emma and Annarita are eager to take on a new group of guests. Antonio, an elderly reclusive artist from Milan, is looking for a painting holiday to stir his creative muse. Socialite mom Sharon and her son Josh head to the inn to reconnect. Margherita is an introvert and a talented writer who needs some inspiration for her next story. Lisa needs an escape from a betrayal by her fiancé in small-town New York.
I loved the story, and the guests at the hotel were an eclectic bunch. There was romance, betrayal, regrets, finding your way back to yourself as well as reigniting creative muses, friendships between the guests. All the while the owners are trying to ensure the guests have a great time and connect together in friendships. I read the book because it sounded interesting but I didn't realize that it was part of the series. I'd love to read the rest of the series as well as read more by the author.
Thanks to @booksgosocial, @netgalley, and the author for this arc.
I loved the story, and the guests at the hotel were an eclectic bunch. There was romance, betrayal, regrets, finding your way back to yourself as well as reigniting creative muses, friendships between the guests. All the while the owners are trying to ensure the guests have a great time and connect together in friendships. I read the book because it sounded interesting but I didn't realize that it was part of the series. I'd love to read the rest of the series as well as read more by the author.
Thanks to @booksgosocial, @netgalley, and the author for this arc.
May 11, 2026
Loved this! How tough it must be to write a character-driven book, yet the author has absolutely risen to this challenge. She has created characters who are interesting, flawed, and relatable to keep the reader engaged, and she focuses on how the characters evolve internally.
This is the third book in the series, and I feel, the best. The premise of the series is about three women who meet up by chance in Rome at a 1950s movie night – Three Coins in A Fountain, a romantic comedy drama film, based on a famous legend that there are three key reasons for tossing coins into the Trevi. The first is that it will bring you back to Rome again, someday, and the others are that you will find love or romance while in Rome and happily marry there. Emma, Tiffany and Annarita form an unlikely friendship.
Four years later, in Book 2, Emma is managing the Three Coins Inn while Annarita and her husband run the hotel’s cooking classes.
This then is our starting point, and what a beautiful setting we have. An idyllic small hotel in the charming Umbrian village of Tod with a spa, sauna, jacuzzi, offering massage treatments and cooking classes. Where do I book?
‘A small fountain gurgled. Flowerbeds boasted colourful tulips alongside lilies of the valley. The stone structure was perfectly maintained with Provencal blue shutters opened optimistically to guests. Above the inn, the town of Todi reared its medieval silhouette against heaven.’
A new set of guests checks in. Guests with personal and emotional struggles. Relationship breakdowns, unresolved past issues. All kinds of intriguing characters who feel as real as anyone you might meet at any retreat. Will the hotel's appealing charm and warm atmosphere captivate the guests, break down barriers and create an unforgettable experience? Read on..
The author gives the background for each character, chapter by chapter, enriching and developing the story.
We start with Lisa in upstate New York. She is having to attend the wedding of a fiancé who jilted her at the altar. Matt asks if they can stay friends. The betrayal and pain she feels are beautifully described with pathos and sensitivity.
‘Lisa felt the flame of anger burn within. It was one thing to attend this wedding, one thing to put up with all the stares and looks of pity all night long, but now she had to embark on a friendship with a man who single-handedly ruined her life. She bit her lip. Why did he keep whittling down her dreams if he never planned on staying with her?’
Lisa is going to Italy to mend her broken heart.
Next is Antonio, a rather aged, cantankerous artist from Rome. He’s impatient, irascible, not a particularly likeable character. The author doesn’t want him to be. She describes him as a ‘sophisticated, world-weary Bohemian artist’ who, for most of his life, wore a mask to disguise his peasant and lowly upbringing. He has achieved fame and fortune, but there is some darkness in his past that has shaped his character. As the story unfolds, we discover what this is.
Another guest is Sharon, who lives a privileged life on the tenth floor of a luxury apartment on Fifth Avenue, who fills her days with charity events, designer shopping and running a household of cooks and nannies to take care of her son Josh. Her absentee husband has decided she needs to have a bonding holiday in Italy with her son. The author describes the feeling of disconnect with her nine-year-old brilliantly. It is the right tone, the right amount of coldness and emptiness to convey their relationship.
‘Josh, don’t let your food get cold.” Sharon watched him tuck into chicken and cornbread. Maria was an excellent cook, but Sharon did not feel hungry tonight. Josh nodded without speaking, his attention focused on his food, his eyes not meeting hers as she spoke to him. Josh had never been a talkative boy, but the rift between them seemed to grow with each passing year, their dinners alone increasingly bathed in awkward silence.’
Shy, invisible Margherita. An author from Rome with writer's block and an anxiety disorder. Following the submission of a mediocre manuscript, her agent is putting pressure on her to ‘put herself out there and connect to the real world' which is clearly torture for anyone with borderline agoraphobia.
I really liked the fact that the story takes place in the present, but the author adds layers to the story by delving into the past of each person, chapter by chapter. The past has an undeniable influence on our present lives, shaping our thoughts, behaviours, and emotions in profound ways, so weaving in different elements of the story creates depth, complexity, and engagement as we learn what shaped the characters from the past. Antonio sets off into the fields before dawn each morning to paint. He is driven, focused and purposeful, but the reader needs to know why.
‘The fingers of light were multiplying. Still dark but ever lighter. Antonio sped along faster with the long strides of his youth. Painting in this place, he felt like a younger man. A better man. He wanted to replicate that feeling and hoped today he could paint a better canvas. With early rays warming his shoulders, he had no desire to ponder death. This was a place for youth, optimism and new beginnings.’
Margherita finds it difficult to interact with anyone, but her editor has asked her to observe people and listen to their conversations. This was the only way to create strong, memorable characters and improve the quality of her writing. Her anxiety is overwhelming.
‘She sat silently in a chair before a large window. She had been up for three hours, terrified to go down to the bustling breakfast room, jostled and nudged by fellow guests. Her blood pressure nudged up at the mere thought.’
Why has she always been the shy, lonely girl at school, the one no one picked for sports or class projects and had only books for friends? After the death of her beloved Nonna, she retreated further into herself and away from the world.
I am fully invested in wanting to know more about each character and to see how positive influences surround and empower the hotel guests. Firstly, Emma, the hotel owner, focuses on a personalised service to ensure guest comfort and takes great care to create a welcoming and memorable environment. Another reason I know only too well is the Italian lifestyle. It has a magic that whispers to your soul, and the author has perfect descriptions of the Italian dolce vita sprinkled throughout the book. Sipping a Negroni in an Italian piazza is a quintessentially Italian experience, a perfect intersection of history, art, and sensory pleasure. Time slows down and slowly seduces people with past traumatic memories into a place where they no longer hold power over you. Again, lovely imagery from the author.
‘Patrizia, the tour guide, slipped on her sunglasses, looking like she was ready for a close-up of the cover of a lifestyle or travel magazine. Or maybe that’s just how everyone looked here. Not frazzled or worrying about bills or career moves but living in the moment.’
Booking a holiday at the Three Coins Inn is the common bond that brings the characters together; it helps build friendships that also seem to help with carving out some happiness that was missing from their lives, and the interaction doesn’t feel in any way forced or convenient. Friendships can sustain us through trauma, love changes after loss, and the guests begin to navigate the evolution of close relationships. The reader gets all of this from the story and more.
This is the third book in the series, and I feel, the best. The premise of the series is about three women who meet up by chance in Rome at a 1950s movie night – Three Coins in A Fountain, a romantic comedy drama film, based on a famous legend that there are three key reasons for tossing coins into the Trevi. The first is that it will bring you back to Rome again, someday, and the others are that you will find love or romance while in Rome and happily marry there. Emma, Tiffany and Annarita form an unlikely friendship.
Four years later, in Book 2, Emma is managing the Three Coins Inn while Annarita and her husband run the hotel’s cooking classes.
This then is our starting point, and what a beautiful setting we have. An idyllic small hotel in the charming Umbrian village of Tod with a spa, sauna, jacuzzi, offering massage treatments and cooking classes. Where do I book?
‘A small fountain gurgled. Flowerbeds boasted colourful tulips alongside lilies of the valley. The stone structure was perfectly maintained with Provencal blue shutters opened optimistically to guests. Above the inn, the town of Todi reared its medieval silhouette against heaven.’
A new set of guests checks in. Guests with personal and emotional struggles. Relationship breakdowns, unresolved past issues. All kinds of intriguing characters who feel as real as anyone you might meet at any retreat. Will the hotel's appealing charm and warm atmosphere captivate the guests, break down barriers and create an unforgettable experience? Read on..
The author gives the background for each character, chapter by chapter, enriching and developing the story.
We start with Lisa in upstate New York. She is having to attend the wedding of a fiancé who jilted her at the altar. Matt asks if they can stay friends. The betrayal and pain she feels are beautifully described with pathos and sensitivity.
‘Lisa felt the flame of anger burn within. It was one thing to attend this wedding, one thing to put up with all the stares and looks of pity all night long, but now she had to embark on a friendship with a man who single-handedly ruined her life. She bit her lip. Why did he keep whittling down her dreams if he never planned on staying with her?’
Lisa is going to Italy to mend her broken heart.
Next is Antonio, a rather aged, cantankerous artist from Rome. He’s impatient, irascible, not a particularly likeable character. The author doesn’t want him to be. She describes him as a ‘sophisticated, world-weary Bohemian artist’ who, for most of his life, wore a mask to disguise his peasant and lowly upbringing. He has achieved fame and fortune, but there is some darkness in his past that has shaped his character. As the story unfolds, we discover what this is.
Another guest is Sharon, who lives a privileged life on the tenth floor of a luxury apartment on Fifth Avenue, who fills her days with charity events, designer shopping and running a household of cooks and nannies to take care of her son Josh. Her absentee husband has decided she needs to have a bonding holiday in Italy with her son. The author describes the feeling of disconnect with her nine-year-old brilliantly. It is the right tone, the right amount of coldness and emptiness to convey their relationship.
‘Josh, don’t let your food get cold.” Sharon watched him tuck into chicken and cornbread. Maria was an excellent cook, but Sharon did not feel hungry tonight. Josh nodded without speaking, his attention focused on his food, his eyes not meeting hers as she spoke to him. Josh had never been a talkative boy, but the rift between them seemed to grow with each passing year, their dinners alone increasingly bathed in awkward silence.’
Shy, invisible Margherita. An author from Rome with writer's block and an anxiety disorder. Following the submission of a mediocre manuscript, her agent is putting pressure on her to ‘put herself out there and connect to the real world' which is clearly torture for anyone with borderline agoraphobia.
I really liked the fact that the story takes place in the present, but the author adds layers to the story by delving into the past of each person, chapter by chapter. The past has an undeniable influence on our present lives, shaping our thoughts, behaviours, and emotions in profound ways, so weaving in different elements of the story creates depth, complexity, and engagement as we learn what shaped the characters from the past. Antonio sets off into the fields before dawn each morning to paint. He is driven, focused and purposeful, but the reader needs to know why.
‘The fingers of light were multiplying. Still dark but ever lighter. Antonio sped along faster with the long strides of his youth. Painting in this place, he felt like a younger man. A better man. He wanted to replicate that feeling and hoped today he could paint a better canvas. With early rays warming his shoulders, he had no desire to ponder death. This was a place for youth, optimism and new beginnings.’
Margherita finds it difficult to interact with anyone, but her editor has asked her to observe people and listen to their conversations. This was the only way to create strong, memorable characters and improve the quality of her writing. Her anxiety is overwhelming.
‘She sat silently in a chair before a large window. She had been up for three hours, terrified to go down to the bustling breakfast room, jostled and nudged by fellow guests. Her blood pressure nudged up at the mere thought.’
Why has she always been the shy, lonely girl at school, the one no one picked for sports or class projects and had only books for friends? After the death of her beloved Nonna, she retreated further into herself and away from the world.
I am fully invested in wanting to know more about each character and to see how positive influences surround and empower the hotel guests. Firstly, Emma, the hotel owner, focuses on a personalised service to ensure guest comfort and takes great care to create a welcoming and memorable environment. Another reason I know only too well is the Italian lifestyle. It has a magic that whispers to your soul, and the author has perfect descriptions of the Italian dolce vita sprinkled throughout the book. Sipping a Negroni in an Italian piazza is a quintessentially Italian experience, a perfect intersection of history, art, and sensory pleasure. Time slows down and slowly seduces people with past traumatic memories into a place where they no longer hold power over you. Again, lovely imagery from the author.
‘Patrizia, the tour guide, slipped on her sunglasses, looking like she was ready for a close-up of the cover of a lifestyle or travel magazine. Or maybe that’s just how everyone looked here. Not frazzled or worrying about bills or career moves but living in the moment.’
Booking a holiday at the Three Coins Inn is the common bond that brings the characters together; it helps build friendships that also seem to help with carving out some happiness that was missing from their lives, and the interaction doesn’t feel in any way forced or convenient. Friendships can sustain us through trauma, love changes after loss, and the guests begin to navigate the evolution of close relationships. The reader gets all of this from the story and more.
Review of advance copy received from Author
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn is a work of contemporary women’s fiction with a strong romantic thread, set around an Umbrian agriturismo in Todi where a fresh round of guests arrive carrying private disappointments, old grief, and the quiet hope that a change of place might also become a change of life. Author Kimberly Sullivan brings together characters like Lisa, reeling after a public heartbreak, Antonio, an aging artist haunted by love and regret, Sharon, trapped inside a polished life that feels emotionally thin, and Margherita, a blocked novelist pushed out of isolation, then lets their stories brush against one another in ways that feel warm, restorative, and gently transformative.
I liked how readable and welcoming the novel feels. It has that lovely “settle in and stay awhile” quality that good comfort fiction can have. Sullivan clearly enjoys people, and that comes through in the way she gives each character a distinct ache, a private embarrassment, or a stubborn little defense mechanism that makes them feel human. I also liked the choice to structure the novel through multiple points of view. It creates a sense of emotional crosscurrent. Everyone arrives at the inn carrying something heavy, and the book keeps asking what happens when people are given beauty, routine, food, conversation, and just enough kindness to lower their guard.
I was especially drawn to the author’s interest in second chances. This is a story that understands that people bring themselves with them, even to beautiful places. Lisa’s hurt, Antonio’s bitterness, Sharon’s dissatisfaction, and Margherita’s fear do not disappear on command. They soften slowly. That felt honest. The book leans into coincidence and comfort in a way that is in line with its genre, and readers who like their fiction sharper or less emotionally tidy may notice that. Still, I found that the novel earns much of its warmth because it pays attention to loneliness, pride, and the awkwardness of starting over. It knows healing can be quiet. It can happen over coffee, over conversation, over the simple relief of being seen.
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn is the kind of book I would recommend to readers who enjoy character-driven women’s fiction, cozy armchair travel, and romances where the emotional reset matters as much as the pairing off. It would especially suit someone who wants a hopeful read with an Italian backdrop, an ensemble cast, and a generous belief that life can open up again even after disappointment. For readers in the mood for something reflective, comforting, and quietly life-affirming, I think it will be a very satisfying stay.
I liked how readable and welcoming the novel feels. It has that lovely “settle in and stay awhile” quality that good comfort fiction can have. Sullivan clearly enjoys people, and that comes through in the way she gives each character a distinct ache, a private embarrassment, or a stubborn little defense mechanism that makes them feel human. I also liked the choice to structure the novel through multiple points of view. It creates a sense of emotional crosscurrent. Everyone arrives at the inn carrying something heavy, and the book keeps asking what happens when people are given beauty, routine, food, conversation, and just enough kindness to lower their guard.
I was especially drawn to the author’s interest in second chances. This is a story that understands that people bring themselves with them, even to beautiful places. Lisa’s hurt, Antonio’s bitterness, Sharon’s dissatisfaction, and Margherita’s fear do not disappear on command. They soften slowly. That felt honest. The book leans into coincidence and comfort in a way that is in line with its genre, and readers who like their fiction sharper or less emotionally tidy may notice that. Still, I found that the novel earns much of its warmth because it pays attention to loneliness, pride, and the awkwardness of starting over. It knows healing can be quiet. It can happen over coffee, over conversation, over the simple relief of being seen.
May Flowers at The Three Coins Inn is the kind of book I would recommend to readers who enjoy character-driven women’s fiction, cozy armchair travel, and romances where the emotional reset matters as much as the pairing off. It would especially suit someone who wants a hopeful read with an Italian backdrop, an ensemble cast, and a generous belief that life can open up again even after disappointment. For readers in the mood for something reflective, comforting, and quietly life-affirming, I think it will be a very satisfying stay.
May 16, 2026
Kimberly Sullivan’s May Flowers at the Three Coins Inn turned out to be exactly the sort of novel I needed. Even though I haven’t read the earlier books in the series, I never felt adrift; the story works beautifully on its own while still hinting at a larger world and history surrounding the inn and its regulars.
While Lisa is the first guest we really come to know, it was Antonio — prickly, aging, artistic Antonio — who held my attention most completely. Sullivan creates characters with rich emotional interiors, and I found it wonderfully easy to settle into each shifting perspective. Every guest arrives carrying something tender or unresolved, yet none of them feel flattened into clichés or simple archetypes. They feel lived in.
What stayed with me most was how recognizable each character’s struggles felt, even when their lives looked nothing alike on the surface. Antonio’s reflections on growing older and carrying the weight of past choices had real emotional depth. Sharon’s attempts to bridge the widening distance between herself and her son felt achingly familiar. Margherita’s instinct to withdraw from the world rather than risk disappointment especially resonated with me as someone who understands the temptation to disappear into solitude. Sullivan approaches all of these characters with compassion, quietly reinforcing the idea that hardship, longing, and self-doubt are universal human experiences.
This novel shines in its quieter moments. Shared meals, tentative conversations, small gestures of kindness, and the slow easing of emotional loneliness become the heartbeat of the story. The setting in Todi only deepens that atmosphere. Sullivan writes about the Umbrian countryside with such warmth and affection that the entire novel feels restorative, filled with sunlight, fresh air, and the promise that people can still surprise one another in beautiful ways.
More than anything, May Flowers at the Three Coins Inn is a deeply comforting story about friendship, vulnerability, and the importance of letting ourselves remain open to connection. It left me feeling calmer, softer, and reminded of how much healing can happen simply by being seen and welcomed exactly as you are.
Goes well with: Umbrian lentil soup, warm rosemary focaccia dipped in olive oil, a slice of pecorino, and a glass of Montefalco red enjoyed slowly while the evening light fades.
While Lisa is the first guest we really come to know, it was Antonio — prickly, aging, artistic Antonio — who held my attention most completely. Sullivan creates characters with rich emotional interiors, and I found it wonderfully easy to settle into each shifting perspective. Every guest arrives carrying something tender or unresolved, yet none of them feel flattened into clichés or simple archetypes. They feel lived in.
What stayed with me most was how recognizable each character’s struggles felt, even when their lives looked nothing alike on the surface. Antonio’s reflections on growing older and carrying the weight of past choices had real emotional depth. Sharon’s attempts to bridge the widening distance between herself and her son felt achingly familiar. Margherita’s instinct to withdraw from the world rather than risk disappointment especially resonated with me as someone who understands the temptation to disappear into solitude. Sullivan approaches all of these characters with compassion, quietly reinforcing the idea that hardship, longing, and self-doubt are universal human experiences.
This novel shines in its quieter moments. Shared meals, tentative conversations, small gestures of kindness, and the slow easing of emotional loneliness become the heartbeat of the story. The setting in Todi only deepens that atmosphere. Sullivan writes about the Umbrian countryside with such warmth and affection that the entire novel feels restorative, filled with sunlight, fresh air, and the promise that people can still surprise one another in beautiful ways.
More than anything, May Flowers at the Three Coins Inn is a deeply comforting story about friendship, vulnerability, and the importance of letting ourselves remain open to connection. It left me feeling calmer, softer, and reminded of how much healing can happen simply by being seen and welcomed exactly as you are.
Goes well with: Umbrian lentil soup, warm rosemary focaccia dipped in olive oil, a slice of pecorino, and a glass of Montefalco red enjoyed slowly while the evening light fades.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Cozy, charmingly set⛲🌄
4.5🌟 stars
The five very different inn guests who are the focus of the story made this a very good, cozy read and I loved the rural Italian setting. But it's not a happy, sweet bunch who arrive to spend a few weeks enjoying the clean air, charming vistas and peaceful setting in rural Umbria.
A timid author in need of inspiration; an elderly painter haunted by a lost love; a young women devastated by her former fiance's marriage and the college year abroad in Umbria she missed out on thanks to his "need" to have her nearby at all times (until he abruptly pulled the plug on the wedding preparations!); and a mother sent to Italy to get closer to her young second son all spend a sunny set of weeks simultaneously at the inn and find some healing and promise for the future. Young Josh with all his enthusiasm and tolerance for his mother's behavior was my favorite character. NYC socialite mom Sharon was my least favorite (though she may have it in her to redeem herself after spending next to no effort to make the trip a joint holiday!).
The author has a dab hand describing the beauty of medieval hilltown Todi and the surrounding countryside; I could easily visualize the area. The guest stories and how their Umbria visit changed them really kept me glued to the pages. The lives of characters from the previous books in the series were a little harder to follow as it has been a good while since I read their stories. Expect some sweet romance along the way. I look forward to more inn guests and books in the series.
Thanks to BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for sharing a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.
4.5🌟 stars
The five very different inn guests who are the focus of the story made this a very good, cozy read and I loved the rural Italian setting. But it's not a happy, sweet bunch who arrive to spend a few weeks enjoying the clean air, charming vistas and peaceful setting in rural Umbria.
A timid author in need of inspiration; an elderly painter haunted by a lost love; a young women devastated by her former fiance's marriage and the college year abroad in Umbria she missed out on thanks to his "need" to have her nearby at all times (until he abruptly pulled the plug on the wedding preparations!); and a mother sent to Italy to get closer to her young second son all spend a sunny set of weeks simultaneously at the inn and find some healing and promise for the future. Young Josh with all his enthusiasm and tolerance for his mother's behavior was my favorite character. NYC socialite mom Sharon was my least favorite (though she may have it in her to redeem herself after spending next to no effort to make the trip a joint holiday!).
The author has a dab hand describing the beauty of medieval hilltown Todi and the surrounding countryside; I could easily visualize the area. The guest stories and how their Umbria visit changed them really kept me glued to the pages. The lives of characters from the previous books in the series were a little harder to follow as it has been a good while since I read their stories. Expect some sweet romance along the way. I look forward to more inn guests and books in the series.
Thanks to BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for sharing a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from Author
In Sullivan’s latest novel, a group of weary travelers gathers at a picturesque inn, carrying emotional scars and unspoken hopes for renewal. Emma and Annarita’s inn fills once more, but the new arrivals bring more than luggage. Heartbreak, doubt, and longing follow them in; a betrayed woman seeks healing, an aging artist searches for inspiration, a distant mother reconnects with her son, and others confront their own struggles. Through shared days and chance encounters, something softer, steadier begins to take hold.
Sullivan’s writing is fluid and accessible, grounded in feeling and place, and she favors emotional nuance over drama, tracing each character’s inner conflicts. Lisa’s arc leads, with Antonio bringing poignancy and Sharon offering a quieter perspective. Umbria is portrayed in rich, inviting detail, almost acting as a character alongside the cast. The cadence of village life, the comfort of shared spaces, and the vivid sensory elements of the setting all enhance the novel’s immersive feel. Though the storyline follows expected paths, the emotional authenticity carries it forward. A gently compelling, character-driven story about second chances, human connection, and the quiet ways lives can change when people open themselves to something new.
Sullivan’s writing is fluid and accessible, grounded in feeling and place, and she favors emotional nuance over drama, tracing each character’s inner conflicts. Lisa’s arc leads, with Antonio bringing poignancy and Sharon offering a quieter perspective. Umbria is portrayed in rich, inviting detail, almost acting as a character alongside the cast. The cadence of village life, the comfort of shared spaces, and the vivid sensory elements of the setting all enhance the novel’s immersive feel. Though the storyline follows expected paths, the emotional authenticity carries it forward. A gently compelling, character-driven story about second chances, human connection, and the quiet ways lives can change when people open themselves to something new.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Another charming novel that takes the reader to Todi - a small town in Tuscany - without having to leave home. A new collection of visitors to the Three Coins Inn have arrived to try and escape their various problems, and the warmth and friendliness they encounter help them find answers as much as the peace and quiet do.
Told from the various points of view, some characters are immediately likeable and others take a little time to warm up to - exactly as in real life. I enjoyed the mixture of American and Italian characters and the descriptions of life in that region. Unlike some writers, the writer sprinkles her research lightly throughout the book, without overloading the reader. Perfect as a relaxing read at any time of year.
Told from the various points of view, some characters are immediately likeable and others take a little time to warm up to - exactly as in real life. I enjoyed the mixture of American and Italian characters and the descriptions of life in that region. Unlike some writers, the writer sprinkles her research lightly throughout the book, without overloading the reader. Perfect as a relaxing read at any time of year.
May 18, 2026
Reading this felt like a warm hug for the heart. The small Italian village setting immediately transported me and I wanted to book a stay at the Inn. This is the third book in the series but it can be read as a standalone. It is a story about life and figuring out what is next when your life needs a change. Lisa, Antonio, Margherita, Sharon, and Josh come to the Three Coins Inn for different reasons but none imagine how their lives will be changed. Full of unexpected connections, friendships, and opportunities to change their life this book is perfect when you need an escape.
I highly recommend this book to readers that enjoy:
Italy setting
Friendship
Found family
Thanks to Kate Rock Literary Services for the free, gifted copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I highly recommend this book to readers that enjoy:
Italy setting
Friendship
Found family
Thanks to Kate Rock Literary Services for the free, gifted copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Reading this book felt like taking a trip to Italy without leaving home. The setting is so vivid and beautifully described that I felt completely immersed in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the journey. Even more enjoyable were the people I "met" along the way—the other characters at the hotel added warmth, depth, and charm, making the story feel like a shared travel experience rather than just a two-day read.
I would especially recommend this book to readers who enjoy vivid settings in other countries, character-driven stories, and travel-inspired fiction that makes you feel you’ve gone somewhere by the time you reach the last chapter.
I would especially recommend this book to readers who enjoy vivid settings in other countries, character-driven stories, and travel-inspired fiction that makes you feel you’ve gone somewhere by the time you reach the last chapter.
May 30, 2026
The third instalment in the Three Coins series proves to be just as heartwarming, atmospheric, and emotionally rich as the previous books - while still working beautifully as a standalone for new readers.
This is a gentle story about strangers arriving with heavy hearts… and slowly discovering that healing can begin in the most unexpected places.
From Lisa escaping betrayal, to Antonio searching for inspiration, to Sharon and Josh navigating their fragile bond , every character feels real, layered, and quietly moving. This isn’t a fast-paced read, but a deeply comforting and emotional one that left me feeling cosy, reflective, and content.
This is a gentle story about strangers arriving with heavy hearts… and slowly discovering that healing can begin in the most unexpected places.
From Lisa escaping betrayal, to Antonio searching for inspiration, to Sharon and Josh navigating their fragile bond , every character feels real, layered, and quietly moving. This isn’t a fast-paced read, but a deeply comforting and emotional one that left me feeling cosy, reflective, and content.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was even better than the first one! I love the range of characters and their stories! The descriptions of Umbria and Todi made me feel as if I was right there. I didn’t want it to end! I sincerely hope the next one will be out soon. Put this at the top of your tbr list!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Charming book 3 in the Three Coins series. See my complete review at Reading World
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This story takes place in a lovely place. A group of people from various places are headed to the Three Coins Inn. All are facing challenges and needing to reset. This is book three in this series and can be read as a standalone.
Review of advance copy
🩷 Blurb-
Glorious spring has arrived in Todi. Will friendship and hope blossom as well?
After a successful seasonal opening in April, friends Emma and Annarita are eager to welcome a new set of guests to their Umbrian inn during the full bloom of May.
Upstate New Yorker Lisa needs an escape from betrayal and the prying eyes of her smalltown neighbors. Elderly, reclusive artist Antonio hopes leaving Milan for a country sojourn will spark his long dormant creative muse. Manhattan socialite mother Sharon grudgingly embarks on a country holiday with her young son, Josh, with whom she shares few interests. Roman author Margherita prefers time spent alone, but her career may depend on a stay in bucolic Todi among fellow guests. And Emma and Annarita are anxious to embrace their close friend Tiffany on her brief stay in the heart of Umbria.
The swallows may have returned and colorful petals now dot the countryside, but will the inn’s atmosphere allow hurts to heal and friendships to blossom?
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This was the first book that I have read by the author and I will definitely be reading more by them. This was such a lovely and heartwarming read. From the very first page I was hooked and I kept reading until the end as I wanted to know what happened. I loved the author's writing style and the place settings in the story sounded beautiful. plus there was a great cast of characters. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.
💝 Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources, the author Kimberly Sullivan and the publisher for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Glorious spring has arrived in Todi. Will friendship and hope blossom as well?
After a successful seasonal opening in April, friends Emma and Annarita are eager to welcome a new set of guests to their Umbrian inn during the full bloom of May.
Upstate New Yorker Lisa needs an escape from betrayal and the prying eyes of her smalltown neighbors. Elderly, reclusive artist Antonio hopes leaving Milan for a country sojourn will spark his long dormant creative muse. Manhattan socialite mother Sharon grudgingly embarks on a country holiday with her young son, Josh, with whom she shares few interests. Roman author Margherita prefers time spent alone, but her career may depend on a stay in bucolic Todi among fellow guests. And Emma and Annarita are anxious to embrace their close friend Tiffany on her brief stay in the heart of Umbria.
The swallows may have returned and colorful petals now dot the countryside, but will the inn’s atmosphere allow hurts to heal and friendships to blossom?
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This was the first book that I have read by the author and I will definitely be reading more by them. This was such a lovely and heartwarming read. From the very first page I was hooked and I kept reading until the end as I wanted to know what happened. I loved the author's writing style and the place settings in the story sounded beautiful. plus there was a great cast of characters. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.
💝 Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources, the author Kimberly Sullivan and the publisher for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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