“By far, one of the best romance novels that I’ve read to date!” – Victoria
A beautiful intern. Her grumpy Italian boss. An unforgettable trip to Tuscany that could turn these enemies into lovers… my boss turns out to have an ego bigger than his industry, I fear this Italian dream is about to turn into a hellish nightmare.
Gianluca
I want one thing in life: for the world to recognize my talent. Nearing my takeover of the Ravelli Group, I‘m certain the upcoming winter styles photoshoot is the perfect chance to seal the deal. But as the big event approaches, I‘m less than thrilled to be saddled with a naïve American assistant with no fashion experience.
As we travel to sun-soaked Tuscany for the shoot, we both do our best to fight the growing attraction between us. But will the sparks burn down our ambitions or ignite a lifetime love affair?
Gianluca is an Ice Tigers Hockey Romance spin-off but can be read standalone. If you like charming Italian atmospheres, swoon-worthy characters, and hot-and-cold relationships, then you’ll adore Isabella Cassazza’s tale of grande amore.
Buy Gianluca for a catwalk to remember today!
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Gianluca: A Standalone Enemies-to-Lovers Office Romance (Marini Family Romance Book 1) by Isabella Cassazza
I was introduced to Gianluca in Center of Gravity and thought he was an angry jerk who was determined to make everyone around him as angry and miserable as he was. That feeling didn’t go away while reading this book. But now I understand why he is the way he is not that I agree with it. He does eventually grow on me.
Callie grabbed me from the moment I was introduced to her. She has been through so much in her young life, more than young women her age should have to deal with. But she hasn’t let any of it beat her down. If anything I think it helped her become the strong woman she is.
This book went from some hot moments to me wanting to punch Gianluca almost immediately after. But that didn’t take anything away from my enjoyment.
I can’t wait to read the other Marini Siblings stories and learn more about each of them. Waiting patiently for the next book in this series.
This book was a rollercoaster ride. I liked Callie right away, Gianluca not so much. He was such an obnoxious prick and not likable at all until we learned more about him. Both characters had interesting backstories and family lives but the real fun was the way they interacted and the banter. Once the relationship became physical, that seemed to be all it was so I wish there had been a bit more interaction outside of the love scenes because this was too insta-love for me. I still enjoyed their story very much and would love to see this kick off a new series. Maybe Cesca’s story can come next.
Enjoyed the read, held my attention and it is packed with steam.But I really had a problem warming up to Gianluca himself. He seems to be a world class dick.
Callie and the supporting characters saved it for me.
Gianluca (Marini Family #1) by Isabella Cassazza has to be, by far, one of the best romance novels that I’ve read to date! The dynamic between the two main characters, though tried and true, gets a new spin put on it, one that cannot be fully appreciated without experiencing the book for oneself. And, of course, what better place than Italy for a blossoming romance? This series is indeed off to a promising start. I cannot wait to see what the other members of the Marini Family have in store for us!
Gianluca (Marini Family) by Isabella Cassazza
Was a great 5 star read.
Callie was excited for the opportunity her aunt has given her to go to Europe and work as an intern for a few months before she has to start school. Gianluca has worked very hard for what he has in his career and his goal is to be CEO. When he finds out who his intern will be he isn’t thrilled at all, he will not let an inexperienced american ruin his chance at finally getting everything he wanted.
When they travel to Tuscany for a photo shoot, Gianluca tries to make things really hard for Callie. She is determined not to let him ruin this chance that her aunt has given her, she ends up being his savior at the shoot. This opens his eyes and they both start to feel an attraction developing. Will they become something more?
Overall this was a great read. Gianluca had a very large ego so it took me a bit to warm up to him. I really liked Callie. She was a sweet hard working girl. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. The author does a great job of pulling you right in with her writing. If you are looking for a great read that pulls you right in, 1-click and get started today.
Gianluca (Marini Family Romance Book 1) by Isabella Cassazza. This is a great romance book. Its the story of Callie James who is so excited to get a fashion internship in Rome. Being an American and getting to go to Rome for an internship is an amazing opportunity. Luca is a successful executive in one of the biggest Elite Fashion houses in the world. He is getting ready to become the CEO so he is not happy when his right hand girl is leaving to go on her honeymoon and he is getting an intern. He doesn’t expect Callie to be able to help him in any way shape or form so when she shows up and he is attracted to her he’s confused. He is very egotistical and knows he’s good looking and good at what he does so he acts like a jerk at times. Callie is very timid and Luca yells at her and makes her cry several times. Will Luca let his wall down and let Callie in or will he let his ego stand in the way? Read Gianluca to find out!
I love Enemies to Lovers stories but even though you know the just of the story you don’t know all the complicated stuff in-between. I honestly loved how much they hated each other it was amusing. It took me a while to warm up to Callie she just seemed a tad stuck up but i gradually started to like her. Gianluca is hot, rich and a complete prick, but that’s why you will fall in love with him. Gets very steamy at times and i cant wait for the rest of the books. I loved the Authors writing style she really brought the story well together.
There’s nothing like a good Enemies to Lovers story…… except for……. a GREAT enemies to lovers story…. and that is exactly what Gianluca is.
This also wasn’t your normal rich guy who has everything sorted out and young office intern who’s life is a complete mess. This time there’s an extra twist…. hes also has some things to sort out….
Superb characters and the storyline flowed flawlessly.
A+++
Gianluca (Marini Family Romance Book 1) by Isabella Cassazza – Review by Gail Guerrero
Five Stars
I’m all for men with big egos especially when they realize it gets them nowhere with women who know their worth. Gianluca is hot, talented and a complete douche. He knows what he wants and goes after it. The only issue is that he can’t help thinking that he’s better or knows better. Callie came across to me as a little stuck up. She judged before really knowing Gianluca. He did as well but they could’ve done better. The immediate dislike they had for each other was amazing. I’ve never read a story where the main characters just couldn’t stand each other so much. But it played out well. Beverage once the guards where dropped and conversations happened. It was almost magical and vey steamy. I really liked the authors writing style and the level it took for her to get them to their ending. They didn’t come off as too cliché. They had flaws that you could see passed into what really mattered.
This is a great enemy to lovers romance. The characters were really well written that you can’t help but love them.
Gianluca is a successful man at the most successful fashion house around. He has no time for romance. He is focus on being the best at his job and this comes across in his attitude. On the most important photo shoot of his life he is left with an intern as his assistant.
Callie finally gets her dream to travel to Europe and be an intern. What she doesn’t expect is her arrogant new boss or her attraction to him.
Can she do a good enough job to make this a success or is she going to ruin all Gianluca has built up and worked for? Can Gianluca realise and see the woman in front of him or will he always see her as an incompetent intern? Can the spark between them ignite a powerful successful relationship or will it burn down both of their dreams.
Gianluca is enjoying his successful career in the fashion industry. When his new intern is an American, there is an instant hate relationship that is born. However, the chemistry between Callie and Gianluca quickly turns their relationship into a love/hate one. The back and forth between these characters kept me turning the pages long after I should have been in bed. Like any good romance, things are not easy for the two and when Callie flees back to the United States, will Gianluca fight for her or is the American more trouble than she is worth? (You will have to read to find out)
I have read books from this author in the past, but this new series is definitely one I will be keeping up with. I really liked the relationship between Callie and Gianluca…and some of the characters in the book were great, too. A good enemies-to-lovers book that I would recommend to other readers.
This was a fast-paced read that I thoroughly enjoyed from the very beginning. This was an entertaining read that me hoping for a HEA, Callie & Gianluca have undeniable chemistry and I loved watching their interactions together. This author has created a read that’s easy to get into and flows effortlessly. She gives us brilliant characters that you can’t help but enjoy following their story and a storyline that is entertaining and enjoyable from the get-go! I highly recommend this read and this author!
I couldn’t get enough of this books witty and intriguing story. In fact I found myself reading well into the night to find out what would happen with the characters that I fastly fell in love with in Gianluca. This is the first in the Marini Family Romance series from Isabella Cassazza and like I said this one has a lot of wit and humor laced in with the romance story to keep the reader fully engaged from beginning to end. I loved how I was swoony while I read the story of Gianaluca and Callie. These two are some opposites for sure but the balance they find with their differences is something we all could be envious of. I loved the premise and the backstage pass to the fashion industry as well. I cannot wait to get my hands on the next book in the series!
Gianluca is book one in the Marini Family Romance series by Isabella Cassazza. I have not read anything by this author, so I was a little excited to see what she could deliver. It was an exciting and sizzling romance that was very enjoyable. Gianluca and Callie were an electric pair that clashed immediately. He was an arrogant and career driven Italian and she was an inexperienced but eager woman embarking on an interesting journey to Italy and the sparks fly when her and Gianluca meet. And it just got better from there. This story was riveting and dramatic. An American and an Italian coming together was bound to produce fireworks and the love/hate thing was spellbinding. This highly spirited couple kept me entertained, involved, mesmirised and energised from beginning to end. An arousing tale that was brilliantly expressed and thrilling to read. 4 stars
Gianluca: A Standalone Enemies-to-Lovers Office Romance (Marini Family Romance Book 1) by Isabella Cassazza is a contemporary romance story. Isabella takes us to one of the beautiful cities of love, Roma and takes you to the Tuscan sun. It also takes you into the cut throat world of fashion and one of the top fashion houses. The characters are fully realised and the chemistry starts off slow but soon builds up. Gianluca is a bit of a hardened man but finding love made me see him in a different light. It was easy to feel along with them, all the banter and frustration, the angst and the drama will keep you steadily turning the pages.
This is the first book in the Marini Family Romance series. This story follows Callie, a college student wanting to go to Europe, and Gianluca, riding high in the fashion business. Callie lands a job as an assistant to Gianluca, but Gianluca is not at all thrilled about this American girl with no experience. But, alas, as they travel, the sexual tension ramps up. Throw in some wine and things start to happen. He messes up and she flees back to the States, but he is not willing to let her go that easily.
Gianluca: A stand-alone enemies-to-lovers office romance by Isabella Cassazza is the first book in the Marini Family Romance series. This is a book that is all about the characters and the connection they have. The chemistry between them was undeniable, you can feel it on every page. I really thought they were engaging and drew you full attention to them.
The story was entertaining and quite fast paced, I found myself turning the pages quickly as I read more and more. It was written and had a great development line throughout. This is definitely a great book to read and it is one I thoroughly enjoyed.
Gianluca is an enemies to lovers, office romance which is the first book in the Marini Family series by Isabella Cassazza. I had only read one of Isabella Cassazza’s books before reading this book and I had thoroughly enjoyed it. Incidentally we were introduced to Gianluca in that book and he was not exactly to of my favourite men list. Could he redeem himself in this book?
I have to say that to begin with Gianluca doesn’t do much to redeem himself. He is very driven, arrogant and ruthless and will do whatever it takes to get the promotion at work that he believes he deserves. So let’s just say he’s not the nicest person to Callie when they first meet and start working together. Of course, there is a much nicer Gianluca hiding under the arrogant, hard exterior and it takes the awesome Callie to bring out the nicer side to him.
I loved reading Gianluca and Callie’s story. Their interactions together make for very entertaining reading. Both are fantastic characters and are very well written. In addition, the secondary characters add so much to this story, in particular Gianluca’s sister Francesca and Signore Ravelli.
As this series is based around the Marini family, of which there are 6 siblings, I can’t wait for more in this series to see what Isabella Cassazza has in store for them. I’m looking forward to Francesca’s story in particular.
Gianluca
By Isabella Cassazza
5 stars
I loved this book – it was everything I love in a romance read and more! I love an arrogant alpha male and I certainly got this from Gianluca! He is one of those characters you probably should hate but just can’t resist! Sexy, Italian – what more could I want from a book boyfriend!! I love the setting for the story too; something about Italy makes a story even more romantic and sexy! I really liked Callie as well, she wasn’t afraid to stand up for herself when she needed to.
I really like this author’s writing style; it’s very engaging and detailed. The characters were well developed and the plot had a good pace to it.
I would definitely recommend this story and I look forward to reading more from this author again in the future!
Gianluca by Isabella Cassazza was my first book by this author and it was the blurb that got my attention. Who wouldn’t love to get an internship with a popular Italian fashion business and to have a boss who is sexy but so arrogant? Callie and Gianluca are the type of couple that you can’t see together because of the bantering but you keep reading because you want more. This was a perfect start to this series and I’m looking forward to reading more.