In The Bridge Back to You by Riss M. Neilson, two former lovers find themselves tethered to the past through a shared inheritance. Ten years ago, Olivia left her home and her first love, Carmello, to pursue her dreams as a world-traveling chef. While she sought adventure, Carmello stayed behind to run his family’s restaurant, Celia’s Place.
Following the death of Carmello’s mother, Olivia is shocked to learn she has been left shares of the restaurant. When she returns to Providence, the reunion is far from sweet. Carmello is determined to buy her out and protect his mother’s legacy, while Olivia is finally ready to stop running and build a permanent home.
As they clash over the future of the kitchen, the lingering sparks between them become impossible to ignore. They must navigate old betrayals, deep-seated grief, and the “meddling” of a loved one from beyond the grave. Ultimately, they discover that while the restaurant is their history, their connection might just be the bridge to their future.
