In Your Dreams: A Novel (When in Rome Book 4)

A homecoming to Rome, Kentucky, sparks a new romance—and lots of drama—between two old family friends, from the New York Times bestselling author of When in Rome, Practice Makes Perfect, and Beg, Borrow, or Steal.

Madison Walker left Rome, Kentucky, determined to make it in the culinary world. But after years of chasing success in New York, all she has to show for it is her shattered confidence and a desperate need for a fresh start. Coming home isn’t part of the plan—until an unexpected job offer lands in her lap: the head chef position at a new farm-to-table restaurant in her hometown. The only catch? It comes from James Huxley, owner of Huxley Farm, her brother’s best friend.

James has always played it safe, keeping his head down and running the family business. But when Madison’s happiness is on the line, he’s willing to take up his estranged brother’s offer to launch a restaurant. James has loved her quietly for years, knowing she’s never seen him as more than an annoyance, but now that she’s back, he’s determined to change that.

Madison and James are tasked with launching the dreamy restaurant in record time, but keeping things strictly professional soon becomes impossible, and the town can’t help but meddle in their relationship. As opening night looms closer, Madison’s fears threaten to hold her back.

When an unexpected disaster collides with a long-simmering sibling feud, both Madison and James will have to face their biggest insecurities—and decide if love is worth the risk or if some dreams are safer left untouched.

AUTHOR’S NOTE AND CONTENT WARNINGS

I’m so excited for you to dive into In Your Dreams! Before you begin, I want to share a few notes to help make your reading experience comfortable and enjoyable.

This story includes mild themes of grief and heart attack, as well as emotional trauma that leads to anxiety and an on-page panic attack. As someone who personally lives with panic attacks, I approached this scene with care and sensitivity and kept it brief.

Additionally, please note that there are consensual on-page intimacy scenes in Chapters 29 and 35, along with adult language and themes throughout.

With love and happy reading,

Sarah