Summer At The French Bakery

In Summer at the French Bakery by Jo Thomas, a warm, uplifting slice of romantic fiction invites you to swap the daily grind for a sunlit French village where fresh starts are baked from scratch. Juliet buys an old watermill in France, hoping for a quieter life, only to find herself pulled into a bold new project: reviving the town’s long-shuttered boulangerie. The catch? She can barely bake, the locals aren’t all cheering her on, and a savvy rival with a bread vending machine is determined to keep business firmly in his hands. As Juliet settles in, she uncovers small-town tensions—and a few secrets hidden close to home. Perfect for readers who love cosy contemporary romance, community stories, food-filled settings and slow-bloom charm with a dash of rivalry. Add it to your basket for a feel-good escape with the comforting promise of warm bread and second chances.