Wrong Train to Paris (Romance on the Orient Express #2)

Wrong Train to Paris (Romance on the Orient Express #2) 

By Jennifer Moore 

 Published by Covenant Communications 

Publication Date: December 1, 2020 

Description: 

At nineteen years of age, Julia Weston fancies herself a capable woman, far too old to require a traveling companion. But at the insistence of her overprotective father, Julia finds herself aboard the Orient Express in the care of an approved escort. In an ill-advised demonstration of independence, Julia leaves the train on a quick errand and then re-boards and sleeps away her exhaustion. Upon awakening, however, she realizes her plan went terribly awry: she boarded the wrong train and is now stranded alone in the French countryside of Provence. 

Now she must rely on the help of Luc Paquet, a young French farmer who offers her accommodations with his aunt while Julia awaits the next train to Paris in five days’ time. As she settles into the rhythms of the household alongside Luc and his aunt, Julia learns more than she ever dreamed she would about France, farm life, and her handsome rescuer. There is more to Luc than meets the eye, and their chemistry is undeniable. But Julia and Luc are from different worlds, and all too soon, the train will bear Julia back to a life that suddenly feels incomplete. 

Review: 

I liked this book quite a bit more than the first in the series. The first was more gothic, which isn't something I particularly enjoy. This story is a light-hearted romance set in pastoral France, which is much more aligned with my reading preferences. Julia was both annoying and charming--she made quite a few mistakes by rushing into things but always had good intentions, and the reader, along with Luc and others Julia encounters can't help but forgive her for her mishaps and appreciate her spirit. This is a great choice for those looking for an upbeat romance. 

4 stars. 

I read an ARC provided by the author via #NetGalley.