When in Rome by Sarah Adams

When in Rome by Sarah Adams

When in Rome is a sweet, charming contemporary adult romance novel by bestselling author Sarah Adams. Published in September 2022, this book became a massive breakout hit on BookTok and BookStagram for its cozy, lighthearted, and low-angst storytelling.

Reimagining the classic 1953 Audrey Hepburn film Roman Holiday, Adams crafts a delightful "pop star meets small-town normal guy" romance full of humor, baked goods, and healthy communication.

The story alternates between dual first-person perspectives:

• Amelia Rose (known to her millions of adoring fans as Rae Rose, the "Princess of Pop") is on the absolute verge of a psychological breakdown. Burned out from a decade of non-stop performing, suffocated by her controlling manager who dictates her diet and wardrobe, and facing an exhausting nine-month world tour, she desperately needs an escape. Inspired by her favorite Audrey Hepburn film, she decides she wants her own private Roman Holiday. Since Italy is too far and would invite too much paparazzi attention, she hops into a beat-up car and drives to the next closest thing: Rome, Kentucky.

• Noah Walker is a gruff, heavily bearded, and fiercely private small-town baker who runs the local pie shop left to him by his grandmother. Wounded by a past relationship with a city girl that ended in heartbreak, Noah keeps his head down, doesn't use a smartphone, and wants absolutely nothing to do with high-maintenance outsiders or drama.

Amelia's grand escape hits a major roadblock when her car completely dies, breaking down directly on Noah's front lawn in the middle of rural Kentucky.

With the town's only bed-and-breakfast completely booked and car parts taking two full weeks to arrive, Noah is reluctantly manipulated by his nosy, well-meaning neighbors into letting Amelia stay in his guest room. At first, Noah expects a spoiled, demanding diva. Instead, he gets to know the real Amelia: a goofy, kindhearted, and incredibly lonely young woman who just wants a taste of a normal life. As Noah guides her through simple small-town joys—like making pancakes and exploring local shops—their "grumpy-meets-sunshine" dynamic sparks a slow-burn attraction that neither of them can ignore.

Language: English.

Genre: Romance.

Binding: সেলাই করা বাইন্ডিং

Quality: Premium Quality Books.

Printing: High Quality Printing.

Paper: Eye Friendly paper (Cream White)

Cover: Matt cover (Paperback).