Helpful Score: 4
This is the same book as The House of Peine, retitled for the US market as House of Daughters. Delightful book. Full of unexpected twists and turns, but not as captivating as Lynch's Blessed Are the Cheesemakers (also titled simply Blessed Are in the UK) and By Bread Alone. Those two are not to be missed. This is very very good, though.
Helpful Score: 3
Another delightful read from this author! I haven't read a book by her yet that I didn't relish. This time the story revolves around a vineyard in France that produces champagne and as always I came away knowing so much more about the process than before. A magical read with wonderful evolving and involving characters. If you haven't tried this author before, I strongly suggest you do!
Helpful Score: 2
The book begins as a delightful account of the trials and tribulations of a young woman trying to save her family's vineyard and estate. It gives a detailed account of how much work that goes into producing champagne. The story is charming but becomes a tad unrealistic with the involvement of the gypsies and the ending seems a bit rushed. You definitely become immersed into the world of wine making and it is a shoort read.
Helpful Score: 1
Typical of this author...surprises & a very different spin on her story. Loved it!
