Art, Love, and Other Miracles by Kiki Astor

The cover of romance novel "The Size of the Boat" by author Kiki Astor, featuring a man's torso and a yacht.

A disgraced debutante. A mysterious man. Both of them hiding behind emotional walls. In Montecito, passion finds its way… sometimes, through the service entrance.

Former It Girl and fallen fashion designer Cordelia “Coco” Winthrop needs a lifeline. When she lands a job as personal assistant to the glamorous and impossible Lucrezia Wilde, Coco swaps her old life of front-row seats and champagne flutes for flower deliveries, errand lists, and the hidden chaos of a celebrity’s inner circle.

Lucrezia’s home—an oceanfront estate tucked inside the exclusive enclave of Montecito, California—is nothing short of breathtaking. But behind the couture loungewear and private chefs, this glittering world runs on secrets. And none is more dangerous than Ash, the devastatingly attractive man Coco can’t seem to stay away from—who may or may not be Lucrezia’s estranged ex-husband, the infamous Hemlocke Wilde.

As Coco’s old money instincts clash with Montecito’s new money madness, she’s pulled into a maze of family drama and high-society intrigue. With her heart—and her future—on the line, Coco must confront her past, protect her boss, and decide if love is worth the risk… even when it comes with a fake name and a very complicated backstory.

Packed with forbidden romancesecret identities, and lush garden partiesService Entrance is a smart, sexy summer read full of slow-burn chemistryemotional growthwitty banter, and a satisfying happily ever after.

Perfect for fans of:

  • Glamorous settings and elite lifestyles

  • Steamy romance with emotional depth

  • Enemies-to-lovers and opposites attract

  • Women’s fiction with a romantic core

  • Rich people behaving badly

  • Found family, revenge plots, and second chances

If you love romance with biteheroine reinvention arcs, and books that feel like sipping rosé in a scandalous gardenService Entrance is your next favorite obsession.

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 -“This was such an engaging read. I literally could not turn the pages more quickly.” -A.C.

-“Loved this second chance romance set in France” -Kari A.

-“Relatable characters, compelling plot, and just enough spice.” -Sergeant X.

-“Vivid imagery. An author of considerable skill.” -Brandon A.

-“Kiki completely nails the culture and environment of St Tropez.” -Robin F.