About the book: 2023 / Historical scenery, spicy scenes, secrets and riddles. An ideal novel for fans of Jane Austen's books and the Bridgerton series. A stylish pocket with sparkling foil on the cover and luxurious illustrations inside. Luxurious balls of the 19th century, romance, passion and a young writer who dreams of becoming the new Jane Austen. Baden-Baden, summer 1830. Young Countess Elisa von Freiberg finds an old love letter. An intriguing message forces Eliza to take up her pen. But how can you write about feelings when you know nothing about love? The young Baron Philipp von Hohenhorn is happy to help Elisa in her unusual exploration of physical attraction. It is, of course, purely theoretical. But one kiss changes everything... A secret passion arises between the heroes, which will either turn into true love or ruin the countess’s reputation forever. Why Baden-Baden? It's simple. In the 19th century, the German city of Baden-Baden became the summer capital of Europe. Dignitaries and eminent guests who came from the highest European nobility came to the city. Baden-Baden of the 19th century featured balls, concerts, gambling, walks through marvelous parks and alleys. Eliza and Philip, the main characters of the novel, are excellent examples of free and enthusiastic thoughts of that time - the era of romanticism. But they are not the only ones who succumbed to the charm of summer in Baden-Baden, because a whole series awaits readers. “A charming and airy story of secret love, thanks to which you can stroll through the summer Baden-Baden of the 19th century. Spicy scenes will warm your cheeks with embarrassment, and a touching romantic line will make your heart beat faster.” – ALEX HILL, writer