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Venetian Rhapsody Paperback – May 24, 2023

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In a glancing moment, Eduardo and Sofia experience a chance encounter that alters how they see their world and ignites a grand love. A romance where the barriers of time's constraints fall away...leaving them with an unfolding mystery around their powerful connection. Two encounters a year apart bring plenty of complications, smiles, and undeniable love. A companion album, Venetian Rhapsody, by award-winning composer and musician David Bazo highlights the story's unfolding. Find the album at: www.davidbazo.info.
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    386 pages
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    Wild Rose Press
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    May 24, 2023
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    5 x 0.8 x 8 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1509248943
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    978-1509248940
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wild Rose Press (May 24, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 386 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1509248943
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1509248940
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.8 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 27 ratings

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Multi-genre Author~Inner Explorer~Humor Chaser~Labyrinth Lover~Waterfall Wanderer

Author Tonya Penrose (pen name) is a storyteller who believes in the power of humor and narratives to touch her readers’ hearts. She's always been moved by how a story can invite personal exploration and leave a lasting impression on those who read it.

When Tonya sits in her favorite writing chair gazing at a lake, she aspires to create beguiling characters that leap from the page and capture a reader’s fancy. Her characters aren't just words on a page. They become real, breathing people with their own flaws and quirks. She enjoys sprinkling her romps with moments that offer readers grins or even bursts of laughter.

But for Tonya, it's not only about the characters or the humor. The dialogue is where her stories shine. As a multi-genre author, she feels that engaging dialogue provides the heartbeat for any truly wonderful tale. It breathes life into the narrative and allows readers to feel they're with the characters in every conversation.

Whether you're seeking an entertaining escape or a thought-enlivening journey of inner discovery, Tonya's books are waiting to whisk you into her world. Embark on a path where humor meets introspection and unforgeable characters await at every page turn.

Tonya invites readers to explore the familiar and fantastical settings with her. To uncover secreted truths, share inspiring moments, and awaken to her deeper message—that living in the now is how.

Tonya's fiction and non-fiction stories are published in numerous anthologies, e-magazines, local press, and literary magazines.

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Customers find this book to be a beautiful love story that perfectly sets the stage for romance to bloom, with a lush Venice setting that transports readers to the City of Love. The book is filled with delicious food descriptions, and customers appreciate its masterful humor, with one highlighting the engaging banter between characters Eduardo and Sophia. Customers find the characters extremely real and the story soul-lightening, while the original music serves as a beautiful companion to the narrative.

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13 customers mention "Romance"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romantic elements of the book, describing it as a beautiful love story with warm descriptions that create a perfect setting for romance to bloom.

"...Venetian Rhapsody is a beautiful and enchanting story that will make you believe in love at first sight and the power of destiny...." Read more

"...Ms. Penrose also has a way of creating such vivid descriptions that you can almost feel the breeze, taste the Italian delicacies, see the sunlight..." Read more

"...I cannot tell you how many times I got chills on this beautiful journey. Sofia and Eduardo's love will stay with you forever!..." Read more

"...Author Penrose has written a beautiful story that is simultaneously steeped in the veracity of human nature and in both the visible and invisible..." Read more

10 customers mention "Beauty"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the book beautiful, particularly praising the lush Venice setting, with one customer noting how it transports readers to the magical city.

"...Venetian Rhapsody is a beautiful and enchanting story that will make you believe in love at first sight and the power of destiny...." Read more

"...Rhapsody Prelude and Venetian Reverie especially were so hauntingly beautiful I was brought to tears...." Read more

"...The soundtrack that accompanies this book is as hauntingly beautiful as the book itself, and together they create an immersive experience like no..." Read more

"...to the CD over and over throughout my entire read, and it was such a beautiful, soul-lightening, and elevating experience...." Read more

10 customers mention "Enjoyment"10 positive0 negative

Customers thoroughly enjoy the book, particularly appreciating its delicious food descriptions, with one customer noting how it makes the journey fun.

"...city of love will come to life with vivid descriptions of culture, delicious food, bridges, and canals...." Read more

"...vivid descriptions that you can almost feel the breeze, taste the Italian delicacies, see the sunlight dancing across the canals, smell the fresh..." Read more

"...beautiful as the book itself, and together they create an immersive experience like no other! Don't miss that opportunity!..." Read more

"...(and I expected to thoroughly enjoy the book!)..." Read more

9 customers mention "Humor"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the humor in the book, noting the natural dialogue and witty exchanges, with one customer particularly enjoying the banter between Eduardo and Sophia.

"...There are plenty of lovable and colorful characters to fall in love with along the way!..." Read more

"...Tonya Penrose is a master of humor, quick wit, and snappy dialog...." Read more

"...There's also always a sense of humor infused throughout the stories at just the perfect time, making for an enjoyable lighthearted read!..." Read more

"...I love the banter between Eduardo and Sophia and all the “help” that attempts to bring these two together...." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them extremely real and colorful.

"...There are plenty of lovable and colorful characters to fall in love with along the way!..." Read more

"...From the initial meeting, I was instantly intrigued and drawn to these charismatic characters, Sofia Martin and Eduardo Diaz...." Read more

"...It's adorable! The supporting characters are so diverse and heartwarming, including the two nosey "biddies" in Sofia's condo complex!..." Read more

"...And that was exactly what I loved about it. First, the characters were real, and while they walked a path together, destiny made sure they walked..." Read more

7 customers mention "Heartwarming"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book heartwarming, describing it as soul-lightening with messages that touch the heart.

"...The music adds another layer of depth and emotion to the reading experience...." Read more

"...companion original music written and produced by David Bazo enhances the mood, heightens emotions, and tantalizes your senses...." Read more

"...I love how her stories speak to you! They carry messages that go right to your heart! Wonderful spiritual messages for you to digest...." Read more

"...Penrose has written a beautiful story that is simultaneously steeped in the veracity of human nature and in both the visible and invisible guides..." Read more

5 customers mention "Music"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the music in the book, describing it as a beautiful companion to the story, with one customer noting that the songs are flirty and lively.

"...It is a perfect read for fans of romance and music. I highly recommend it! Five magical stars from me." Read more

"...The beautiful companion original music written and produced by David Bazo enhances the mood, heightens emotions, and tantalizes your senses...." Read more

"...the food and people Ms. Penrose so eloquently describes were just as inviting and tasty as I remember for the characters too...." Read more

"...Once the book is read, the music makes perfect sense as a companion to the book. It parallels the storyline perfectly, only in musical form...." Read more

4 customers mention "Magic content"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's magical elements, with one mentioning the instant attraction and chemistry between the characters.

"...The plot is engaging and magical, with twists and surprises that kept me hooked...." Read more

"...the City of Love, as a reader might expect, the attraction and the chemistry are instant, as are the obstacles...." Read more

"...The magical chemistry between Sofia and Eduardo is magnetic, captivating, and heartfelt. A truly memorable and enjoyable read...." Read more

"Passion, romance, humor, magic and mysticism. This charming book has a touch of everything...." Read more

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  • RoseReader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting!!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2023
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    Venetian Rhapsody by Tonya Penrose is a captivating romance that transports the reader to the magical city of Venice. Eduardo, a charming and successful olive grower from Spain, and Sofia, a smart and adventurous American, share an instant connection that neither can explain. They have a whirlwind romance in Venice, but unexpected complications force them apart. When they meet again a year later, the “unexplainables” continue to draw them together.

    This book is not just a unique romance but a feast for the senses. The city of love will come to life with vivid descriptions of culture, delicious food, bridges, and canals. There are plenty of lovable and colorful characters to fall in love with along the way! The plot is engaging and magical, with twists and surprises that kept me hooked. The book also features a companion album by award-winning composer and musician David Bazo, who created original songs inspired by the story. The music adds another layer of depth and emotion to the reading experience.

    Venetian Rhapsody is a beautiful and enchanting story that will make you believe in love at first sight and the power of destiny. It is a perfect read for fans of romance and music. I highly recommend it! Five magical stars from me.
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  • Joy Shelton-York
    5.0 out of 5 stars This love story is a unique experience.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023
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    Venetian Rhapsody is not an ordinary love story. It is an experience. Tonya Penrose allows us to take an emotional journey along with the characters into the birth and rebirth of a timeless romance. Venice, the City of Love, provides the perfect ambiance for this story. From the initial meeting, I was instantly intrigued and drawn to these charismatic characters, Sofia Martin and Eduardo Diaz. They are both successful, levelheaded, and likable people who find themselves drawn to each other in inexplicable ways. Neither are looking for love and both have other important commitments, but fate seems to have a hand in continuing to put them in each other’s paths despite their resistance. The beautiful companion original music written and produced by David Bazo enhances the mood, heightens emotions, and tantalizes your senses. Venetian Rhapsody Prelude and Venetian Reverie especially were so hauntingly beautiful I was brought to tears.

    Sofia Martin is a doctoral student who is finishing up her program and will be returning in two weeks to Boston to become a museum curator. Eduardo Diaz is an olive grower from Spain who is in Venice to meet with his uncle. Her first glance of Eduardo Diaz in an outdoor café sparks a feeling of familiarity Sofia can’t identify. A second brief accident between the two is both charming but contentious. After a third meeting at Sofia’s professor’s home, the two decide to spend some time together. They both soon realize they know personal things about each other they call “unexplainables.” Trying not to look too closely at their growing feelings, the two get to know each other by exploring Venise.

    Tonya Penrose is a master of humor, quick wit, and snappy dialog. This makes the journey fun, entertaining, and gives us insight into the characters personalities. It also worked especially well as Sofia and Eduardo continued to keep things light and deny their feels, minimizing their connection. Ms. Penrose also has a way of creating such vivid descriptions that you can almost feel the breeze, taste the Italian delicacies, see the sunlight dancing across the canals, smell the fresh bread wafting from the bakery below Sofia’s flat, and of course, with the assist of Mr. Bazo, hear the mandolin/guitar players serenade the patrons and tourist. I felt as if I was physically drawn into the page and wasn’t released until the last page.

    I highly recommend this beautiful love story and the accompanying music.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars My new all-time favorite love story!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2023
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    Tonya Penrose is an incredible writer! Having read all of her previous books, and three of those being my all-time favorites, I counted the days until this book was released, having pre-ordered it. At just a few minutes after midnight on the release day I had the pleasure to begin reading it. I couldn't stop!

    I love how her stories speak to you! They carry messages that go right to your heart! Wonderful spiritual messages for you to digest. There's also always a sense of humor infused throughout the stories at just the perfect time, making for an enjoyable lighthearted read!

    I cannot tell you how many times I got chills on this beautiful journey. Sofia and Eduardo's love will stay with you forever! He is so charming and debonair you can't help but fall in love with him straight away. You will long to be in Sofia's shoes! And being from Spain, the endearing way he screws up inevitably every English anecdote, for instance, "I want what you call a do-again," instead of the correct phrase, "do-over." It's adorable!

    The supporting characters are so diverse and heartwarming, including the two nosey "biddies" in Sofia's condo complex! Every single one lends an important role in Sofia and Eduardo's love story!

    The way the author brings the area to life that the characters are in at the time, such as Venice or Spain, with historical facts and information without making the story droll and boring, is nothing short of genius! Geography is one of my least favorite subjects, unless Tonya Penrose is recounting it!

    Some of the phrasing throughout the story made me stop and marvel at how it cleverly brought the scene to life in a special way, such as "The water's voice created an ambiance of serenity," and "their brisk pace signaled time mattered." I could go on, but you get the idea.

    There are so many scenes that literally made me laugh out loud, beginning in the very first chapter! I love that this author can do that, it's not an easy feat!

    The soundtrack that accompanies this book is as hauntingly beautiful as the book itself, and together they create an immersive experience like no other! Don't miss that opportunity!

    I can't recommend this author, this book, and the music enough! I would give 10 stars if I could! I truly hope there will be a sequel!
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  • HM Holten
    5.0 out of 5 stars Romantic Exploration of Venzia, Spain, and Fate
    Reviewed in Germany on July 23, 2023
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    Sophia Martin has spent a year in Venice, working on her dissertation. Her life is planned in detail, and she will soon return to Boston. Then she meets a stranger that awakens strange questions and visions.

    Eduardo Diaz comes from a large olive grove in Spain, which he must take over from his father, who is about to retire. Eduardo has been standing in for Milo Greco at the business academy. Seeing Sophia at an outdoor café awakens unwanted feelings.

    Ginny is Sophia’s professor and friend. She is married to Milo, Eduardo’s friend.

    Venice provides the backdrop for a meet-cute romance that could change Sophia’s and Eduardo’s lives.

    Dina, the baker Lucia, and the ‘Angel’ Work hard to nudge them in the right direction.

    Tonya Penrose knows how to write a romance. She also brings interest to her stories through mysterious elements that point to a deeper significance, a human longing for fulfilment, and our innate vulnerability. Needless to say, her characters are likeable, although, maybe unfounded, fears make them prevaricate and jeopardise their opportunities. Will Sophia and Eduardo come together? I won’t answer that question. To find out – you know what to do.
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  • Patricia Bunting
    5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful romance with a touch of fantasy and humour set against the grandeur of Venice
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 22, 2023
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    Venetian Rhapsody is seemingly a Romance novel set in Venice, but it is so much more than that. It is an intriguing and enchanting mystery which unfolds following a chance meeting between two people: Sofia Martin from Boston US, who has come to Venice to finish her Museum Studies Doctorate, and Eduardo Diaz, a handsome, charming and self-assured Spanish wine grower. Their mutual attraction puzzles them both, especially as a number of inexplicable things happen whenever they’re together. The feeling that, somehow, they already know each other is powerful, added to the realisation that they know so many personal things about each other. Having never met before, they struggle to understand what is happening to them.

    The mystery gradually unfolds against the sights, sounds and smells of the beautiful, historic city of Venice. The hauntingly beautiful music of David Bazo fills the senses as we take in the grandeur of ancient buildings and canals.

    Apart from the two main characters, we meet some wonderful Venetian residents, including Sofia’s caring neighbours and her friend and mentor, Professor Ginny Greco. There is also Lucia, the ‘pleasingly plump’ baker whose delicious Focaccine Veneziane and other delights we can almost smell and taste. The words of a wise woman named Dina and the delightfully amusing Mr and Mrs Coo add to the charm and mystery of the story.

    I recommend Venetian Rhapsody not only to readers of Romance, but to anyone who also enjoys a touch of humour and fantasy, in which the barriers of time are meaningless. All of that in a grandiose setting while listening to the soothing rhythms of beautiful gondola music makes this a collaboration not to be missed.
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