Finding Love Again

Finding Love Again" - is the second book written by Ms. Lucka in "The Women of Saint Germain" saga. However, it is not required that they be read in the order written. "Tour of Duty" is book one. Our story takes place during the seventies in France. Jacqueline has dreamt of opening an interior design studio to restore and decorate chateaux in the Loire Valley. The thought re recently after her mother's passing. Since then, she hasn't been able to get the idea out of her mind. She had just finished writing her mother's memoir, growing up in the little village of Saint Germain during WWII and the German occupation. Jacqueline, more than ever, wanted to make her dreams a reality. The couple fly to France for what Patrick understands to be for an extended vacation. But Jacqueline begins work on her plans immediately. With the miscommunication of their true feelings, Patrick soon realizes that his wife is serious about starting a business, while Jacqueline is hurt and confused by his lack of participation. Jacqueline is anxious to open her studio, hoping that the change will also rekindle their marriage. Patrick believes there is nothing wrong with their marriage and tells her he will return giving her more time. He soon realizes that she is serious, causing more friction between them. They attempt to continue with Patrick flying to France every few weeks to visit, but the long separations and distance adds distrust and misunderstandings to their troubles. As they try to cope hurt feelings become the norm adding new challenges in their marriage. Jacqueline's business begins to thrive. Their priorities change as her confidence grows in her business. She makes new friendships with four women she never had before. Then Jacqueline meets Hugo, a widower. He is an Art Professor opening a school of the arts for children. Jacqueline and Hugo become good friends, but eventually he wants to take that relationship to the next level. She is committed to her relationship with her husband. Will she give up her friends and new life when Patrick tells her that it is time to come home? Jacqueline will need to decide.