I loved this book. A stunning setting combined with characters that you root for. I really enjoyed the story but it was the descriptions of the Amalfi coast that sold this book to me; I could feel the sun on my skin and smell the lemons in the air as I was reading it. A fantastic escape!

The descriptions of Italy were so perfect, I really felt like I was there. And the food made me drool! I wish there had been recipes for some of the dishes that were talked about because they sounded so good.

I loved the Salvatore family, especially Aurelia. She had such a kind, understanding spirit and is the perfect book mamma. Lia was fierce and determined. I thought she was a great leading lady. Raph, well I had very strong feelings of hatred towards him. I wish I could say they changed by the end, but I still disliked him, he irked me.

Overall I really enjoyed this story. It was the perfect escapist novel. The cover is absolutely beautiful as well!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review! A Villa with a View is a sweet romance in a beautiful setting that I think any fans of this genre would probably enjoy! You could absolutely read this book in one sitting, so it's a good choice for a romance novel to relax with on a beach or something like that.

Julie Caplin does an amazing job bringing the Amalfi Coast to life! The way she describes the surroundings or the food for example will definitely make you feel like you're really there. Her ability to do this is probably my favorite part of this book. I think it makes A Villa with a View a great book to escape into, so if that's ever something you're looking for I think this is a book worth checking out.

The characters are so well done too! Lia and Raphael's relationship is believable and interesting! I also enjoyed the other characters. I like that we get to know the families of our main couple. To me it made them feel more like real people because they had these important relationships beyond just with each other. Lia has a lot happening in her life and I liked seeing her talk to and make connections with others. It made her romantic feelings for Raphael more impactful. The same for Raphael. I loved the moments where he was being a good older brother. And because I found myself so fond of Lia and Raphael as individuals interacting with others, I think it really made me root for them as a couple!

I think at times this story was a little slow but overall everything about it works really well. It's about all you could ask for when it comes to a romantic escape novel. I haven't read anything by Julie Caplin before, but after this I definitely want to check out her other work!

To say I wanted more would be an understatement. This was a delicious page turner right from the start. Everytime I had to put it down, it was all I could think about. I did end up finishing way past my bedtime, just so I would be able to sleep. Stunning setting!

I really wanted to enjoy it but it was just too slow. The characters were mostly good but some felt a little one dimensional. I think, for the first half at least, it felt more like women’s fiction

Thank you to NetGalley and One More Chapter for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.

Fun read that is the perfect book for a carefree day at the beach

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks Netgalley for allowing me to read this book. Lia arrives in Italy after making a hasty decision. The last thing on Lia's mind is love. I liked this book.

I have come to look forward to and loving the sweet stories in the Romantic Escapes series and every time I want to go wherever the book is set and the latest one is no different.

This story doesn't have any cameos from past stories but Lia and Ralph stand on their own quite well. I'm hoping to see Leo pop up in a future story, he was a sweet charmer!

There are a few cases though where I wish the scene was finished. You'd be in the middle of something and the next chapter was a few days later. Not enough to ruin the story but enough to detract from it.

The author really makes the Amalfi coast come to life and if you are looking for a mental vacation somewhere warm, this is definitely a delight!

Thank you to NetGalley and One More Chapter for the eARC copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review.

This was an enjoyable read. I liked the descriptions or the food and the place sounded idyllic. One thing I couldn’t really relate to was the main characters but nevertheless it was still a nice read.

A nice little romance, starting with loathing, then a love-hate relationship, reaching an obsessive infatuation, a cooling off period and finally making up! An insight into how wealthy film stars live, in this instance in romantic Italy, but with the difference that they show their kindness and hospitality to Lia who has just learned that her dad is not her paternal father. A successful textile artist in her own right, is a great success when she tracks down her ‘other’ family.

Amusing and lighthearted story with great characters.

My thanks NetGalley and HarperCollins One More Chapter, for this advance copy.

Just dreamy!!

The Amalfi coast setting, the handsome grumpy Italian, this book has it all!!
Lia is a fiery, determined heroine who doesn't let a shocking revelation deter her from her passion.
Raph is the perfect broody hero who doubts her every move!

I really loved all of the details in this book and learning more about textile art- which I knew nothing about!

The villa sounds incredible and I would J jump at the chance to go there! Another smash hit from Julie, can't wait for the next one!

Loved the setting for this book - Positano and the descriptions were such that I felt I was there, in person, enjoying the Amalfi coast.

Lia is an artist and has come to the Amalfi coast to try to meet her father and to seek inspiration for her next commission. She has only recently found out that the man she thought was her father is not and that her father is a famous film star! Her main issue is getting to the man himself but his Executive Assistant (Raph) seems hell bent on keeping her away from him as he believes she is yet another fake trying to stake a claim.

Will Lia meet her father and will she be able to convince Raph she wants nothing from her father other to get to know him?

Loved this book. Julie Caplin has a talent for writing that makes you feel as though you are there immersed in the smells, sights and sounds of the location.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced read copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Julie Caplin fans, it's time to dive into her latest escape read. No suitcase is required f0r a trip to Positano where Lia Bathurst sets her sights on connecting with her birth father. Learning the secret, rocks Lia's world and while on shaky ground with her mother, she travels to the Amalfi Coast to meet him.

Unfortunately Ernesto's stepson, Raph Knight is gatekeeping Lia from her father. Fearing that she's a gold digger, Raph and Lia remain at an impasse each steadfast in their beliefs. When a photo reveals the truth, a villa with a view is within Lia's sights. Will she be able to put the past behind to forge a relationship with her father or is the tide still out if the reunion?

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the early edition of "A Villa with a View" in exchange for an honest review. I've been a fan of Caplin's cheeky characters since the Little Brooklyn Bakery's release. I discovered that book while living in London and had it almost finished leaving the Tube..

In full transparency, I had a harder time getting into this storyline than her other romantic escape reads. Instead of embracing the protagonist, I felt held at a distance from Lia. I soon realized that both Lia and Raph struggle with trust issues and that early uncertainty may have been a stylized choice. Whatever the reason, I soon developed a connection to the characters and loved Caplin's quirky way with words.

Loved the setting! As soon as I saw that the book was set in Amalfi Coast I knew i had to request it and i'm so glad I did! very endearing story

Sweet story about finding family and yourself, set on the picturesque Amalfi Coast of Italy. The descriptions of places, food and senses were often lovely; you could really picture the scene. I enjoyed the meddling family members and the scenes with the fun extended family.

I found the characters a bit flat though, and the writing a bit fluffy and cliche. The feelings of the main characters were up and down, and the writing was often choppy - labouring one point, then skimming over the next. Because of this, for me it wasnt a comfortable reading experience, but it was still a nice story to read.

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins One More Chaptero for allowing me to read it.

I am not sure what a "proper" book is. As an avid reader I have read many and to me they are all "proper" books. This was a truly wonderful read. I was captivated from the very beginning following Emily's journey with her cafe in Essendale in Yorkshire. Beautifully written story of love and friendship.

I really enjoyed this book. I started it on a lunchtime and i couldnt put it down. Its the story of Lia, who finds out that her dad is not her biological father and that her bio dad is a famous italian actor. She travels to Italy in the hopes of meeting him, but his ferocious manager Raphael keeps getting in her way.

I enjoyed every second of this book, it made me all warm and fuzzy, and just a little note to Julie herself. At the end of the book you wrote that people keep going on at you to write a proper book, well in my opinion you do write proper books. The purpose of literature is to make people happy, to transport them somewhere away from their dark gloomy lives, and thats exactly what you do, you take people away to other worlds where its sunny, happy and fun. Keep it up!!

Add this to the list of Julie Caplin novels I blazed through in a day!

Loved this new story and the cast of characters. The cozy crazy dynamic of a big loving family. The sense of guilt and loss when we're at odds with our own family.

The beautiful setting on the Amalfi coast... Caplin once again transports us to the beautiful beaches, luscious markets, bustling ports and if you're not craving a pizza, fresh pasta or a scoop of straccciatella by the end of this novel then are you even human?!?

Is it slightly formulaic? Yes. But aren't most romance novels?? It's nice when you know from the get go what you're getting yourself into.

Lovely, easygoing read. Great for the poolside or fireside, though the descriptions will have you longing for the beach, if only for an aperol spritz!


**Many thanks to the publishers for the invitation to read the ARC. And to Netgalley for hosting. All opinions are my own.

A brilliant, read it in one go without taking a break, kind of book. The warmth and colours leap off the page to quite literally dance in front of me. Cold, rich ice cream, home made pasta and beautiful textiles, patterns and material. The relationship between Lia and Raph is bumpy, he struggles with trust and Lia’s ever sunny nature. Lia’s charm and goodwill can’t last forever though and I loved the whole family community supporting them.

Thank you Netgalley and the Publisher. I have loved everything that this author has written and this was no exception, great storyline, great location and great characters. Would recommend.