Celebrating the summer of 1880 on the sun-kissed shores of the south of France, 'Secrets of the South' is a heartwarming tale of two young souls, Sophie de Réan and James de Rosbourg, who meet by chance and form an unbreakable bond. Sophie, the spirited descendant of a wealthy French family, and James, the charismatic blend of French and British heritage, navigate the challenges of strict families and societal expectations. Their journey is a blend of youthful innocence, stolen kisses, and secret promises, as they discover that love, once ignited, can withstand the test of time. Set against the backdrop of picturesque mansions and lush gardens, this enchanting love story unfolds, capturing the essence of a summer romance that defied convention and left an indelible mark on their hearts.
Feelings can falter due to separation. Will that happen to Georgia and Drew? As she returns to Echo Beach for a third time, Georgia will have to confront the consequences caused by her past actions and make some difficult decisions about herself and who she is willing to love. Do the pair deserve a soft epilogue?
Contains some smut.
Recommend listening to the music. It'll help you get the vibe.
Trigger warning for possible sensitive topics.
P.s. If you enjoyed The Summer I Turned Pretty then I definitely recommend you read this.
(Disclaimer: I am in no way shape or form trying to offend anyone with any of the topics, events or language that may take place or be used in this book. Also, this is a work of fiction and only uses influences from The Summer I Turned Pretty. None of the characters from that show/book will appear. Only characters or themes similar to them. I simply made this because I am a fan.)