A Veil of Glass and Rain:Special Edition
(A Touch of Cinnamon, Book 1)
"Delicate and resilient. Like you."
Brina and Eagan meet for the first time when she's nine and he's fourteen. They like each other from the very beginning, though their bond isn't immediate, but it grows over the years. What links them is the fact that their parents are photographers and are extremely devoted to their work and to each other; so much so that both Brina and Eagan have to learn how to take care of themselves from a very young age. Despite their differences, age, gender, nationality - Brina is Italian and Eagan is American - they find comfort in their growing friendship.
Then Brina becomes a teenager, and her feelings for her friend start changing and deepening. New desires stir within her. As soon as Brina realizes how those feelings complicate her friendship with Eagan, she runs away from him.
A few years later, Brina is twenty and Eagan is twenty-five, they find one another once again.
(New Adult Romance - Ages 18+)
Ebook Edition - January 12, 2015
(A Touch of Cinnamon, Book 1)
"Delicate and resilient. Like you."
Brina and Eagan meet for the first time when she's nine and he's fourteen. They like each other from the very beginning, though their bond isn't immediate, but it grows over the years. What links them is the fact that their parents are photographers and are extremely devoted to their work and to each other; so much so that both Brina and Eagan have to learn how to take care of themselves from a very young age. Despite their differences, age, gender, nationality - Brina is Italian and Eagan is American - they find comfort in their growing friendship.
Then Brina becomes a teenager, and her feelings for her friend start changing and deepening. New desires stir within her. As soon as Brina realizes how those feelings complicate her friendship with Eagan, she runs away from him.
A few years later, Brina is twenty and Eagan is twenty-five, they find one another once again.
(New Adult Romance - Ages 18+)
Ebook Edition - January 12, 2015
Publisher's note: This is a fully re-edited and enriched with new and special contents version of the previously published novel, A Veil of Glass and Rain, by Petra F. Bagnardi (aka Petra March).
Praise for A Veil of Glass and Rain:
Indie Book of the Day Award Winner (2nd October 2014)
"A Veil of Glass and Rain is a beautifully written, emotionally evocative book that I definitely recommend. The author is, I believe, European, and most of the book takes place in Rome, and the novel had a very European flavor to it that I found refreshing and different from my usual read. It’s hard to describe exactly what I mean, but it reminded me of other French and Italian novels I’ve read—there was a relaxed sensuality to the writing, not only in the love scenes (though those were definitely sensual!) but in the descriptions of scenery, food, emotions, and more." - Stephanie Parent, author of "Precious Things"
“A Veil of Glass and Rain is such a poetic and heart wrenching story about two best friends who fall in love and who have had to overcome obstacles in order to get to where they are. It is written in such a poetic and vibrant way that I was immediately drawn into the story of Brina and Eagan. I absolutely loved that it took place mostly in Rome, Italy, one of my most favorite places in the world and one of the most beautiful cities I have ever had the privilege of visiting.“ -The Turning Pages
“I really enjoyed this story and read it in one day as I could not put it down. It leaves you with a nice feeling and you keep thinking about it long after you’ve finished.” -Sharon's Book Nook
Praise for A Veil of Glass and Rain (Special Edition):
2016 I Heart Indie Contest Finalist: New Adult
Top 100 Must-Read International Romance -Book Riot
"There is a love tug of war which will keep readers engaged to see if the characters land in each other arms. Any romantic who loves to travel will enjoy this book." -InD'tale Magazine (June 2015 Issue)
"A Veil of Glass and Rain is an emotional romance that is beautifully written. Much of the setting is in Rome, giving this story a cool European vibe that was refreshingly different from most romantic reads. It will make readers want to jump onto a plane and travel across the globe. The writing was relaxed and sensual, both in the love scenes and the scenery descriptions." -Readers' Favorite
“It is a must read for romance lovers.” –Books Eater Blog
“This is a definitely a 5 star. The story will pull you in from the beginning and you will get trapped in the emotion of the characters. You have to check it out. Great job Petra. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.” -Marebare's Book Shelf
“I devoured this book! March’s writing style is expressive and dramatic, which hooked me from the start. There’s a musician inside of her somewhere, as she shares songs at the end, but her writing throughout this novel has a certain melody of its own.” -The Literary Melting Pot/Romancebookworm Reviews
"A Veil of Glass and Rain is a true love story, a story of destiny and desire and how some things are just meant to be." -The Book Magnet
Praise for A Veil of Glass and Rain:
Indie Book of the Day Award Winner (2nd October 2014)
"A Veil of Glass and Rain is a beautifully written, emotionally evocative book that I definitely recommend. The author is, I believe, European, and most of the book takes place in Rome, and the novel had a very European flavor to it that I found refreshing and different from my usual read. It’s hard to describe exactly what I mean, but it reminded me of other French and Italian novels I’ve read—there was a relaxed sensuality to the writing, not only in the love scenes (though those were definitely sensual!) but in the descriptions of scenery, food, emotions, and more." - Stephanie Parent, author of "Precious Things"
“A Veil of Glass and Rain is such a poetic and heart wrenching story about two best friends who fall in love and who have had to overcome obstacles in order to get to where they are. It is written in such a poetic and vibrant way that I was immediately drawn into the story of Brina and Eagan. I absolutely loved that it took place mostly in Rome, Italy, one of my most favorite places in the world and one of the most beautiful cities I have ever had the privilege of visiting.“ -The Turning Pages
“I really enjoyed this story and read it in one day as I could not put it down. It leaves you with a nice feeling and you keep thinking about it long after you’ve finished.” -Sharon's Book Nook
Praise for A Veil of Glass and Rain (Special Edition):
2016 I Heart Indie Contest Finalist: New Adult
Top 100 Must-Read International Romance -Book Riot
"There is a love tug of war which will keep readers engaged to see if the characters land in each other arms. Any romantic who loves to travel will enjoy this book." -InD'tale Magazine (June 2015 Issue)
"A Veil of Glass and Rain is an emotional romance that is beautifully written. Much of the setting is in Rome, giving this story a cool European vibe that was refreshingly different from most romantic reads. It will make readers want to jump onto a plane and travel across the globe. The writing was relaxed and sensual, both in the love scenes and the scenery descriptions." -Readers' Favorite
“It is a must read for romance lovers.” –Books Eater Blog
“This is a definitely a 5 star. The story will pull you in from the beginning and you will get trapped in the emotion of the characters. You have to check it out. Great job Petra. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.” -Marebare's Book Shelf
“I devoured this book! March’s writing style is expressive and dramatic, which hooked me from the start. There’s a musician inside of her somewhere, as she shares songs at the end, but her writing throughout this novel has a certain melody of its own.” -The Literary Melting Pot/Romancebookworm Reviews
"A Veil of Glass and Rain is a true love story, a story of destiny and desire and how some things are just meant to be." -The Book Magnet