This second book in the series set in Provence is really nice. The story is about Laura Gilchrist who goes to Provence to spend time away and to regroup with her sister Ellie. They have a house that was inherited from an uncle. Ellie has been renovating the house so that it can be sold. The other main character is Noah Dufour who has an estate agency. It is a sweet story of struggle and new beginnings. To find a way and live life to the fullest and differently from before. The story takes us back on a tour to Provence and also a little bit of the surroundings in the lovely area of the south of France. It is definitely a big difference between Tourrettes-sur- Loup and Oban, Scotland. The book was a pleasant read and just picturing the views described takes the reader to Provence.
I'm grateful to have read this book and can definitely recommend it.
Charlotte N

From Provence, With Love
by Alison Roberts

I encountered several challenges while connecting with this story, especially regarding certain characters and their dialogue. This made it quite difficult for me to maintain my interest and ultimately finish the book. The plot unfolded as fairly predictable, it was a very slow-burn romance, featuring charming yet somewhat one-dimensional characters. The narrative felt drawn out at times, causing a lack of emotional engagement. The one standout element was the exquisite setting of Provence, which vividly painted the backdrop with its sun-drenched landscapes, adding a layer of beauty to the story. Despite my reservations, I found the premise intriguing, as it held the potential for deeper exploration of themes like love and self-discovery.

Laura is the older of the Gilchrist sisters, responsible, organised, and in control until she meets Noah, the estate agent who advises on preparing the sisters' inherited cottage for sale. Noah has a bad-boy vibe and appears to be her opposite, but the attraction is undeniable and mutual. The sizzling romance builds to a short-lived but passionate affair. The couple both had issues in their childhood that made trusting others challenging. It explores grief loss and trust. It is the second in this series of books set in Provence, and it's emotional and heartbreaking but ultimately heartwarming and hopeful. Laura and Noah's romance is passionate, but the emotional commitment is slow-burn and full of angst. The Provence setting is integral to the story and lyrically described. I like the characters, the family drama and the lovely setting.
.I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

Laura Gilchrist is a controlled young woman...Noah Dufour not controlled, yet rather on the wild side. Going to France to sell the stone she house she has inherited from an uncle she didn't even know she had, she meets Noah who is a real estate agent, as is she. Noah is a biker as well as charming, while Laura is lives life with restraint. Is this a short holiday romance, or will Laura let loose and enjoy life for a change? A fast and easy read, one that is satisfactory as you along with the two on their journey in the South of France. My thanks to NetGalley for this ARC and the opportunity to read this novel.

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I loved reading this book.

Laura travels to France with her sister, they’ve inherited a cottage, which they’re now selling.

She meets Noah who is going to handling the sale, and he offers to show her some places before she returns home.

When Laura goes back home, she finds out that she’s pregnant, but, she also knows that Noah isn’t interested in having a relationship or even children.

I loved the setting, the descriptions of the buildings, scenery and the food.

I highly recommend this book.

This is the second in a trilogy about the Gilchrist sisters and is just as romantic and delightful as the previous book. Laura Gilchrist has always been very sensible but after meeting real estate agent Noah Dufour all that goes out of the window. Drawn to Noah she starts to be spontaneous and embarks on a fling with Noah. After returning to Scotland Laura’s life then takes on another twist when two blue lines appear on a pregnancy test……….. I found that I really liked the characters in this and couldn’t wait to find out how it was all going to develop and end. Thanks to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the ARC

I did enjoy this French romance, however, as I don't speak French, I often had to stop and translate what the characters were saying to follow along. For most of the book, I wasn't sure if these characters were going to have a happy ending, but I was so pleased with how it turned out!

In From Provence With Love, Alison Roberts invites readers on a romantic journey filled with charm and spontaneity. Laura Gilchrist, known for her sensible choices, embarks on a trip to Provence to sell an inherited stone house, only to have her life turned upside down when she meets Noah Dufour, the irresistible and adventurous real estate agent. Instantly captivated by his wild spirit, Laura makes an impulsive decision to embrace the moment by riding on the back of his motorbike, experiencing the breathtaking beauty of the South of France through his eyes.

Their passionate fling leaves a lasting impression on Laura, who returns home hoping to resume her ordinary life. However, she soon discovers that some experiences cannot be easily forgotten, especially when she sees two blue lines that indicate her unexpected pregnancy. The whirlwind romance with Noah has left its mark, and Laura realizes that this news could deeply affect him, especially given the fleeting yet intense nature of their connection.

Determined to confront her feelings and the reality of her situation, Laura returns to Provence, where she must navigate the delicate balance between love and responsibility. From Provence With Love is a delightful exploration of taking risks for love and the transformative power of embracing spontaneity. Roberts' evocative storytelling captures the magic of romance and the courage it takes to leap into the unknown, making this a heartwarming read for anyone who believes in second chances and the beauty of unexpected love.

🌄Gorgeous setting, enticing romance😍

Laura and Noah, two real estate professionals from either side of the English Channel with a definite desire to escape the bonds of love and marriage, made a great couple.

I read the earlier book about Laura's younger sister Ellie and found her romantic match a bit more likable, but author Alison Roberts has provided a sexy, handsome, Harley-riding hero and, kicking and screaming along the way or not, he kept the "will he or won't he" quandary about succumbing to love going just fine. The story is emotion driven, the main protagonists in their thirties and old enough to know their own minds, and I really enjoyed the read.

Plus, Noah escorts Laura on jaunts around Vence and the Provence countryside. The descriptions, as I am sure the author anticipated, made me want to sample me a bit of the Provencale life, too.

Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for sharing a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.

Review shared 2/17/25 with Waterstones, Goodreads and Barnes & Noble. To be shared on kobo and Google Play upon publication.

I loved this book from beginning to end. Laura goes to France as part of her job as an estate agent to sell an inherited cottage. Whilst there she meets the enigmatic Noah Dugout who shows her round and enchants her..
The writing transports you to beautiful rural France
.. wonderful descriptions of villages, scenery, lavender fields, restaurants..
After being romanced by Noah, Laura returns home to find that she is pregnant by Noah...who incidentally doesn't want a relationship or indeed any children .
I was totally engrossed in the storyline, the setting and the characters. Highly recommend. Will be looking for more by this author.

This is a charming romance filled with personal growth, emotional depth, and the beauty of Provence. A sequel to Falling for Provence, this novel shifts focus to Laura, a driven real estate agent, and her unexpected romance with the carefree Noah Dufour. Their whirlwind relationship takes a dramatic turn when Laura discovers she’s pregnant, forcing both to confront their fears about love and commitment.

The novel’s vivid descriptions of Provence—its lavender fields, quaint villages, and delicious cuisine—create an immersive setting that contrasts beautifully with Laura’s emotional journey. While the romance follows some predictable paths, Laura’s transformation is engaging, and her chemistry with Noah remains compelling, if occasionally frustrating.

For fans of slow-burn romances with rich settings and heartfelt character growth, From Provence, With Love is an enjoyable, quick read perfect for a cozy afternoon.

Laura heads to Provence to sell the stone house her and her sisters have inherited. she has a brief affair with the real estate agent. when she gets home, she realizes she is pregnant. she must return to Provence to tell him

I haven't read the first book in this series. I'm a sucker for needing to read book in series order so I'm surprised at how much of a non issue it was. And I quickly.caught up enough to follow perfectly fine. There was though a definite need to go back and fill the gap of the first book.
This books supplied me with all the good feels. The cover, the blurb, it all fits the blurb for certain type saga romance genre I love the most.
And the originality of it only added to praise.

Laura is ne of the sisters from this book series. She's the sensible one. She plans, she organises and she likes to know where she is and what she's doing. Safe. She jad to.grow up fast and now she jist needs certainty. No fun. No love. Just order.
So when she has to go and sell their inherited property and meet Noah she's wary. Noah is carefree and a smile that has entered her life. And he brings it out in her.
So what harm can a fling with this gorgeous man do? Just for short time. Just a holiday romance then home to order and normality. Right?
Nope. Because arriving home Laura finds out she's pregnant.
So taking a giant leap Laura heads back to France. Can she find a home there so her child can jave a family? Will there actually be anything substantial between her and Noah? It's time to find out.

Laura started to hold.my heart more and more in this book. I felt so sorry for her feeling like she did. How much she had to keep tied up or be something she thought she needed to be to survive. I was backing these two from the start. Even with such a.giant leap which might usual cast me cynical, ha.
The setting and description of the places had me right there in the thick of it.
Great book.
I hear there is another sister. So I can't wait to see her side of this arc series.

This is the second book in a trilogy about three sisters from Scotland. I have read the first but you could easily read this as a standalone.
It’s definitely in the romance genre, it’s sad but hopeful story, set in a beautiful location- you could almost smell the lavender fields.
Unfortunately, I did find the end part during the storm in Scotland a bit far fetched., so it’s a 3.5 for me.

4 Stars
One Liner: Heartwarming

Laura Gilchrist makes sensible choices and follows the rules. She doesn’t have time for fun and is wary of love after having to grow up fast. However, the laidback and irresistible Noah Dufour, the real estate agent who handles their inherited property makes her be a little more impulsive.
Laura decides a weekend romance fling would get it out of her system. Back home, she tries to return to her routine only to find out that the fling led to an unexpected pregnancy. Now, Laura goes back to South France to see if there’s more to their connection and whether it can survive the new developments.
The story comes in Laura (more %) and Noah’s third-person POVs.

My Thoughts:
This is the second book in the series
It is divided into three parts. The first part and a solid portion of the second occur parallel with the first book. They share the same timeline but here the focus is on the other sister. There might be a bit of repetition but since we see it from Laura’s POV, it works (and fills the gaps for those who didn’t read book #1).
I love, love the description of the setting. South France sounds so beautiful with its old-world charm and nature's bounty. The scene at lavender fields is my favorite; the descriptions were so vivid that I could feel myself breathing in the scent of lavender. While we also get details of food, the location takes the spotlight.
Laura’s arc in the first book, especially at the beginning doesn’t do her much favor. We see her soft side later but this one reveals her layers wonderfully. Seeing her love for her little sister is like a warm hug. Her vulnerability is well presented, making it easy to empathize with her.
Noah is easy enough to like though he does make you want to whack sense into his head at times. However, he is a good guy and he steps up when necessary. He has a sad backstory which shows he is not an idiot; just someone afraid.
While the romance is a bit insta, there’s no pretense about it. Moreover, enough emotions are woven into the scenes to slightly slow the pace. I appreciate this decision.
I’m a bit surprised that there’s no real progress on the overarching plot. I thought there would be some development. Maybe it’ll have more focus in book three. Also, we know almost nothing about the other sister, Fiona, so her book will be interesting.
To summarize, From Provence, With Love is a heartwarming story set in a beautiful location. While it is primarily a romance, the parts that appealed the most to me were family bonds and personal growth.
Thank you, NetGalley and Boldwood Books, for eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.

From Provence with Love is a dreamy, escapist romance I couldn't put down. I loved this book. It was like a chick-flick you can watch again and again! I just didn't want it to end.

The Gilchrist women have inherited a quaint stone house in Provence. Laura Gilchrist is a level headed, impulse free woman that barely deviates from her routine. So when she heads to Provence to sell the inherited house and is instantly bewitched by the oh so irresistible estate agent - Laura deviates from her norm and accepts the spontaneous offer of seeing the South of France with Noah on his motorbike! Neither Noah or Laura can seem to forget about each other as they try and get back to their own lives! Will they both take the leap of faith or realise that a brief encounter is just too much of a risk?

It's so hard to find romance novels like these where there is so much more depth and it's not all superficial. The book is a mixture of being character and plot driven. You really get to know the main characters well as there is a very strong character development throughout.

Laura Gilchrist has always made sensible choices. But a trip to Provence to sell an inherited stone house leads her face to face with Noah Dufour. Her wild, irresistibly attractive real estate agent. And within an instant she’s bewitched. Without a second thought, she decides she’s going to accept his offer to ride on the back of his motorbike and see the beauty of the South of France though his eyes. She’s never acted on impulse before, but Noah makes her feel spontaneous and free – and a little bit excited.

Weeks later, with the memories of their passionate fling refusing to fade, Laura waits for her life to return to normal. But she can’t shake the feeling something has changed. And then her instincts are confirmed by the sight of two blue lines. Their connection was a whirlwind; perfect yet brief. But Noah has become a chink in her buttoned up armour and she knows her news is going to blindside him. Now she must return to Provence to find out whether they can both take a leap of faith based on one brief yet perfect holiday romance…

This book was just okay for me. The story was good, but I felt like the execution could have been better. There was a little too much of the author telling us what was happening instead of showing us. It didn't flow as well as it could have. That said, I really enjoyed the location and the characters themselves, so I give it 3.5⭐!

I received an advanced complimentary digital copy of this book from Netgalley. Opinions expressed are my own.

Loved this latest addition to this authors 'Provence' series, enjoyed reconnecting with the familiar characters and discovering what happens next in beautiful Provence

the 2nd in a ?trilogy of 3 sisters. Ellie has settled in Provence, Laura goes there to sell the cottage they were left, and meets attractive, brooding estate agent, Noah. Both have tragic pasts. Can they get over them? Perfect holiday reading, hard to put down. Roll on number 3.

This was a fairly predictable, slow burn romance with likeable characters and a beautiful French setting. I enjoyed the premise of the story, the beautiful relationship between sister Ellie and main character Laura. The descriptions of characters and their thoughts were at times repetitive and sometimes the story did not flow as smoothly as it should have, especially between the main love interests.

Noah was a sexy male lead with his speaking French often and frequently sharing how kind and nurturing he was. Laura was a good female lead as she had secrets that kept her closed off to others in the past. I enjoyed how they brought out the best in each other with the beautiful French towns weaved through the story.

Overall a good read, with some repetitive bits, that I would still recommend for romance fans and lovers of the French countryside.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a ARC. All opinions about the book are my own.