Across the Orange Roofs is a heartfelt journey of discovery, friendship, and love set against the enchanting backdrop of Portugal.Emily Carter has always lived carefully: studying hard in Philadelphia, dreaming of places she's never seen, and secretly exchanging messages with Tiago Silva, a young man from Porto whose words make his city glow across the screen. When summer arrives, Emily and her best friend Maddie take the leap of a lifetime: two plane tickets, destination Lisbon.What begins as a daring adventure quickly becomes so much more. The girls tumble through the winding streets of Alfama, taste warm pastéis de nata sprinkled with cinnamon, ride the historic Tram 28, and explore castles in Sintra that look like they've leapt from a fairytale. From the dramatic waves of Nazaré to the vineyards of the Douro Valley, every chapter of their trip offers both beauty and challenge.Emily is captivated not only by Portugal's dazzling landscapes but also by Tiago, the boy whose messages once felt like dreams and who now stands before her in reality. Yet travel is never simple-lost in translation moments, cultural misunderstandings, jealousy, and secrets threaten to test their bonds. As Emily confronts the difference between imagination and reality, she must decide whether her heart belongs to the safe life she left behind or to the unknown future shimmering across orange rooftops.This evocative novel blends romance, humor, and wanderlust into a vibrant story about friendship, courage, and the transformative power of travel. Readers will savor the sensory richness of Portugal-its music, food, and colors-while following Emily on a journey that reminds us that the greatest discoveries often happen within ourselves.Perfect for fans of travel fiction, contemporary romance, and coming-of-age adventures, Across the Orange Roofs invites you to pack your bags, open your heart, and fall in love with both a country and a story you'll never forget.