Two reservations, two rivals, one room. What could go wrong?

— Enemies to Lovers

— Forced Proximity

— Grumpy X Sunshine

— Holiday Romance

In the bustling world of high-street bookselling, Annabel is battling to keep her small branch afloat in the shadow of the larger local store, which happens to be run by her sworn rival, Liam. But just as corporate restructuring jeopardizes Annabel's treasured childhood bookstore, she finds herself unexpectedly double booked in a Corfu villa with the last person she wanted to encounter.

Caught between loyalty to her dreams and an unexpected bond, Annabel must navigate a sea of uncertainty to save not only her beloved bookshop but also the fragile connection she's forged with Liam. Will the mystery messages she discovers in a second-hand copy of her favourite book be the answer?

In a summer filled with misunderstandings, hidden truths, and heartfelt confessions, she'll discover that sometimes, the greatest stories are found between the pages of a book.

Perfect for fans of Mandy Baggot.

Samantha Pennington writes light-hearted, uplifting fiction and romantic comedy. She was selected for the inaugural Kate Nash Literary Agency Mentorship program in 2020 and is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association. Sam lives in rural North Essex and when she's not writing, enjoys being second mate on her husband’s tiny fishing boat and reading books for her wine club.