Cocktails and Dreams

In this romantic comedy, a bartender on the brink of a new relationship is confronted by her estranged mother, a celebrity who deserted her.
I was seven years old when I realized my mother was not a great person
Since Savvy was abandoned by her rockstar mother, she has craved a normal life. But after years of financing her boyfriend’s lacklustre career, he leaves her when he hits the bigtime.

Savvy’s friends at the burlesque club where she serves elaborate cocktails encourage her to make bold changes in her life. She soon meets handsome bartender Milo, and begins to plan a future she can be excited about.

But when Savvy’s estranged mother crashes back into her life, her newfound happiness is under threat . . . will Savvy have the courage to pursue her dreams?

A heart-warming novel with characters you’ll love, laugh-out-loud comedy and a feel-good ending. Perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane and Lindsey Kelk.

“A page-turning rom-com filled with delicious drinks, elegant restaurants and unusual friendships.” —Daisy James, author of The Hummingbird Hotel series

“Sparkles and fizzes like one of Savvy’s delicious cocktails . . . a fun, summery read with depth and a host of characters that have stayed with me long after reading.” —Lynsey James, author of the Luna Bay series