A Heart Full of Dreams : Uplifting fiction set in beautiful Italy - Poppy Pennington-Smith

Poppy Pennington-Smith

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Published 8 October 2026

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  • Pages · 179 pages
  • Publication Date · 08/10/2026
  • Genre · Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
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Elena Monroe is spending a glorious summer in Italy with her boyfriend Ethan, but it's not just the prospect of meeting his sisters and his twin brother making her feel nervous. she's been keeping a secret from Ethan that could change their lives forever. A secret that is bound to come out. Amelie Goodwin is head over heels in love with her boyfriend Skye, and she can't remember a time in her life when she's been happier. When he's reuinited with his ex-service dog Dallas, everything seems perfect. But what will happen when Amelie makes a life-changing decision?Cat Goodwin has been long-distance dating the handsome German professor Stefan Hurst since his visit to the ranch six months ago. He seemed perfect. But if they're made for one another, why is he so reluctant to come back to Italy?Travel back to Heart of the Hills ranch with the third book in this fantastically uplifting series about family, friendship, and love.

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