It's early summer on the French Riviera when Vivienne Wilson arrives for a one-woman writers' retreat after learning that her philandering husband of 30 years, wants a divorce.

There to collect the shell-shocked Vivienne is recently widowed Maxine Zonszain, who is struggling to come to terms with her empty life. To add insult to injury she receives another knockout punch with a letter from her very estranged first husband....

Florist extraordinaire, Olivia Murray, shares the Villa that Vivienne is renting. She's content with life - but sad to add another failed relationship to her growing list and longs to meet 'The One'.

Life under the summer sun in Antibes becomes a challenging time for all three women as secrets are shared, and problems halved as they forge unexpected friendships and embark on new adventures.

Sometimes life's surprises turn out to be unwanted but just sometimes the 'new normal' makes for a happier life than the one lost.

Praise for Jennifer Bohnet

'Unputdownable, a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship in the glorious south of France. What's not to love!' - Lucy Coleman

'I couldn't stop myself from turning the pages and read it in one sitting. I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended!' - Alison Sherlock

A beautifully written and heart-warming tale of family and friendship' - Jessica Redland

'There is much joy in this story, tempered with some bittersweet memories, but I can promise that you'll be left feeling both joyous and uplifted. Highly recommended.' - Reader Review

'No surprises here. Just two sweet romances in a dream-come-true story. Not soppy sweet, just charmingly so. Perfect for a rainy day on the couch or a sunny day on a patio.' - Reader Review