"Awakening in Alentejo" is a heartwarming, steamy chick lit novel that follows thirtysomething Liv on an impulsive yoga retreat in sunny Portugal. What begins as a desperate attempt to "find herself" turns into ten days of spiritual awakening, set against the backdrop of cork oak forests, rugged coastlines, and idyllic olive groves. The story seamlessly weaves between past and present, uncovering the events that shaped Liv’s emotional journey. Flashbacks gradually reveal the shadows of her past and the heartache of lost love as she navigates her feelings for the mysterious Nicholas and the intriguing Vincent.

Can she finally let go of the past and open her heart to a new future? With plenty of laughs, emotional ups and downs, and a steamy romance (or two), this novel is an uplifting, fun read for any woman seeking a fresh start—and maybe a little heat along the way.