New Chapters on the French Riviera

New Chapters on the French Riviera

Author: Jennifer Bohnet Listening Length: 7h 43m

Can a talented chef and a group of writers rediscover joy—and perhaps even create new beginnings? Eight months after suddenly closing its doors, Michelin-starred chef and Villa Celestia proprietor Guy Lyon is almost ready to begin again. When his friend Sandy Thoreau asks to rent the villa on the French Riviera for a ...

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‘I can’t believe we’ve only got three days left before we’ll all be going our separate ways. I’m going to miss you all and these morning swims so much,’ Mandy said, as the four of them ran down the beach on Thursday morning. ‘I might try to find somewhere to swim at home, but it won’t be the same.’

‘We’ve had a late-night paddle – anyone up for a midnight swim tomorrow as a finale to the retreat?’ Lorraine asked.

Helena and Mandy said yes instantly, while Liz hesitated. There were only three nights left for having a nightcap with Guy. Could she forgo one? Or could she somehow manage both? She nodded her agreement. ‘Sounds like a plan,’ she said. She’d find a way to do both.

After their swim as they all lazily floated or trod water in a group before making their way back to shore, Helena gave a contented sigh.