The Champagne Crush - (Les Femmes) by Caroline O'Connell (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

For fans of The Paradise Problem, a slow burn romance about a socialite in over her head in a high-stakes job promoting a new sparkling wine with a difficult boss who wants to see her fail--despite the electric sparks flying between them.

Catherine Reynolds has enjoyed a life of luxury, but her diplomat parents have cut her off financially, leaving her flat broke. She is determined to turn things around and gain her independence--so, when an old family friend offers her a lifeline as a PR consultant for his sparkling wine company, she jumps at the chance. But working with Chris McDermott, the company's no-nonsense president, is anything but easy.

A purist at heart, Chris clashes with Catherine's glitzy marketing flair; still, the chemistry between them is undeniable. As they travel from New York to Napa, Paris, and the Champagne region of France, their partnership blossoms amid high-stakes industry rivalries and a launch that could make or break them.

When sabotage threatens to shatter their dreams, Catherine must dig deep to prove her worth. With the dazzling unveiling of their new sparkling wine in Bordeaux in jeopardy, will she and Chris overcome the challenges of the past and present to secure their future--and find love in the process?

Review Quotes

"The Champagne Crush hits all the beats romance readers expect, while immersing them in the luxurious world of champagne and high fashion. I felt the bubbles on my tongue, smelled the gourmet meals, ogled the designer clothes and sparkling jewels, and walked into romantic chateaus in France along with Catherine and Chris. A full sensual delight, The Champagne Crush is romance at its finest."--Lori B. Duff, author of the Fischer at Law Series

"The Champagne Crush is an effervescent and satisfying read. Equal parts heart and hustle. . . . It's a modern fairy tale with just enough fizz to leave you smiling."--Literary Titan

"The international settings also sparkle just as much as the undeniable chemistry between the leads, and I loved the vivid and exciting descriptions that O'Connell uses to bring everything to life."--Readers' Favorite, 5-Star review

"[Readers] seeking a romance that also contains cultural insights, psychological revelations, travel, and close considerations of shared life goals will find The Champagne Crush meets all these requirements with a heady, sparkling tone that is inviting."--Midwest Book Review

"From vineyard drama to high-stakes PR, love and bubbles rise to the top. Perfect for fans of witty banter, slow-burn tension, and second chances with a twist."--Los Angeles Book Review

"The Champagne Crush is a thoughtful and lively contribution to the field of contemporary romance literature. Caroline O'Connell's narrative is a captivating combination of charm, depth, and elegance that lingers in the minds of readers long after the final page has been turned."--The Book Revue, 5-Star review

"Caroline O'Connell is a captivating writer, and this book has it all--jet-setting to luxurious locations, glitz, glamour, and a romance that will make you swoon. The Champagne Crush sparkles as brightly as the bubbly that fills the characters' flutes. The perfect escape for romance fans."--Patricia Leavy, author of Cinematic Destinies and The Celestial Bodies Romances

"If you're in the mood for a glamorous, easy-to-read romance with business drama and enemies-to-lovers vibes, The Champagne Crush hits the spot."--Kimberly Gerving, BooksCoffeeBrews

About the Author

Caroline O'Connell is the author of six travel guidebooks, including Every Woman's Guide to Romance in Paris (Square One Publishers) and Affordable Paris Hotels (Travel Smart Press). She has written numerous travel articles for magazines and websites, appeared on national TV, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, and been featured in the Los Angeles Times. O'Connell helmed a successful public relations firm for twenty years that specialized in national author tours. She is a member of the Authors Guild and lives in Los Angeles, California.