Libby and Will spent a glorious honeymoon in this magical city. They didn't have much money, but they had a whole lot of love and a bright future ahead of them.

And Venice was where it all went wrong!

Two kids and twenty-five years later, they are struggling with money problems but somehow Will manages to fulfil his promise to Libby to take her back to Venice for their anniversary. This time, they are doing it in style and a masked ball awaits. But among the beautiful buildings and romantic canals, Libby learns that her husband has a secret that will break her heart.

A funny and heartwarming second-chance romance, perfect for fans of Milly Johnson and Julie Caplin.


© 2025 Helga Jensen (P) 2025 DK Audio


Helga Jensen is an award-winning British/Danish best selling author and journalist. Helga holds a BA Hons in English Literature and Creative Writing, along with a Creative Writing MA from Bath Spa University. She is currently working on a PhD.


Mali Harries is a Welsh actress who you will know from Foyle's War, The Indian Doctor and many Welsh language BBC productions. She also does a lot of BBC radio productions for example The Archers Podcast. Her friendly and endearing voice is a perfect choice for the romance genre.

Readers are falling in love with My Heart is in Venice:

'I simply couldn't put this down. I laughed out loud several times before I'd even finished the first chapter.' - Jules Wake, author of From Italy with Love

'A joyous tale of rediscovering your dreams, love and sense of self. Sheer fun and absolute UpLit!' - Pernille Hughes, author of A Copenhagen Snowmance

'I love this book so much! All I wanted was for it not to end! It's right there on my top romcoms list now.' - Natalie Normann, author of Summer Island