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The Lake #2
Fortuitous
Sophie Tuck is supervising her classroom examinations, and with the end of the school year looming, she is looking forward to attending her friends Bianca and Max’s engagement party in Lake Como during the summer.
However, there is only one thought keeping her apprehensive. There, she will see again the one man she’d rather stay away from, Andrea Del Toro. Despite his girlish name, he is all male and as hot as they come but, without a doubt, an undeterred womaniser.
This thought is driving her crazy. Their fortuitous kiss months ago is still vivid in Sophie’s memory. She can’t stop thinking about him. Nevertheless, her predisposition is to flee rather than open up her heart to a man. There is sexual tension between Andrea and Sophie and sparks fly but circumstances take a surprisingly turn of events. Will their love flourish?
Matters take a dangerous direction when Max’s destructive ex-girlfriend returns, seeking revenge over Bianca’s engagement.
However, there is only one thought keeping her apprehensive. There, she will see again the one man she’d rather stay away from, Andrea Del Toro. Despite his girlish name, he is all male and as hot as they come but, without a doubt, an undeterred womaniser.
This thought is driving her crazy. Their fortuitous kiss months ago is still vivid in Sophie’s memory. She can’t stop thinking about him. Nevertheless, her predisposition is to flee rather than open up her heart to a man. There is sexual tension between Andrea and Sophie and sparks fly but circumstances take a surprisingly turn of events. Will their love flourish?
Matters take a dangerous direction when Max’s destructive ex-girlfriend returns, seeking revenge over Bianca’s engagement.
324 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 29, 2019
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Raffaella Rowell
11 books30 followersRaffaella loves to write and read about romance. She writes about strong, dominant heroes and clever, sassy heroines.
Her characters range from handsome, possessive billionaires to powerful mobsters with a dash of kink, while the smart ladies in their lives give them a run for their money.
These are stories of passion. They delve into the complexities and sometimes struggles that come with passionate love.
When not writing, Raffaella is busy in her garden or baking.
Besides romance, she also reads crime thrillers, including Icelandic noir, mystery, suspense, classics (Anna Karenina, War & Peace, The Red & The Black, Bel-Ami, The Lady of the Camellias, The Age of Innocence, some of her favourites), and history books.
Raffaella lives in London, England, where she enjoys the many aspects of the city. From the hustle and bustle of the West End to leisure strolls around the many beautiful parks.
Her characters range from handsome, possessive billionaires to powerful mobsters with a dash of kink, while the smart ladies in their lives give them a run for their money.
These are stories of passion. They delve into the complexities and sometimes struggles that come with passionate love.
When not writing, Raffaella is busy in her garden or baking.
Besides romance, she also reads crime thrillers, including Icelandic noir, mystery, suspense, classics (Anna Karenina, War & Peace, The Red & The Black, Bel-Ami, The Lady of the Camellias, The Age of Innocence, some of her favourites), and history books.
Raffaella lives in London, England, where she enjoys the many aspects of the city. From the hustle and bustle of the West End to leisure strolls around the many beautiful parks.
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March 5, 2020
Raffaella Rowell
Fortuitous
Sophie, a free spirit, and Andrea (m), an Italian playboy have been thrown together by a vicious attack on Sophie's life, with Andrea being her saviour.
But Sophie lives in London and Andrea in Italy.
A visit to Lake Como reunites them. It is Sophies best friend's wedding with Andrea's cousin, Max.
As they say: the rest is history!
(And I am not giving any more details away. Just read for yourself.)
A beautiful romance, singing with Italian passion and Mediterranean vibes.
This beautiful sequel, brimming with suspense and romance will keep you hooked.
I want more, please!
Recommended for lovers of contemporary romance with suspense.
Fortuitous
Sophie, a free spirit, and Andrea (m), an Italian playboy have been thrown together by a vicious attack on Sophie's life, with Andrea being her saviour.
But Sophie lives in London and Andrea in Italy.
A visit to Lake Como reunites them. It is Sophies best friend's wedding with Andrea's cousin, Max.
As they say: the rest is history!
(And I am not giving any more details away. Just read for yourself.)
A beautiful romance, singing with Italian passion and Mediterranean vibes.
This beautiful sequel, brimming with suspense and romance will keep you hooked.
I want more, please!
Recommended for lovers of contemporary romance with suspense.
April 19, 2020
I had very much enjoyed the previous book of Rowell, the lake book 1 and couldn't resist to follow up on the destiny of the main characters. The lake book two picks up where book 1 left but it can even be read on its own. I normally don't read romance but Rowell's books are much more than this. There is romance and there is suspense; vengeance and a few twists that make it hard to put the book down until you have finished it.
October 5, 2019
Loved book 2 too! A great sequel . Suspense and romance mingle beautifully in this book. The romance is so hot, and I was rooting for Sophie to get her man. The suspense keeps you on your toes till the end with twists and turns. It surprises you. The beautiful setting of Lake Como, in Italy, is so delightfully descriptive by the author that you are transported there, you will enjoy it. I can recommend it wholeheartedly , in particular if you like romance with a twist of suspense. A wonderful second book, but I want more.....Please tell me there is book 3?
April 28, 2022
The second book of the series “The Lake“ surprised, filled my heart with joy and romance. The author’s gift to write flowing and captivating stories made it hard to put this novel down. I admired marvelous descriptions of the scenery, Italian family’s traditions, and delicious cuisine and also enjoyed the plunge into a mouthwatering Italian passion mixed with suspense. It was a great story, and I would recommend this book to anyone who loves romance.
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