The Family Vineyard

by Sage Parker

The family she dreamed of having is perfect. That's exactly why she can't tell them who she is.

From Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author...

Reeling from a messy divorce at 64, Madeleine's world shatters even further when her mother dies, leaving behind an unthinkable secret—Madeleine was adopted. Heartbroken and betrayed, she sets out to find her birth family, only to discover they own one of Northern California's most successful vineyards in a beautiful coastal town.

Thrown by this revelation, Madeleine can't bring herself to reveal who she really is. Instead, she takes a job at the local bridal boutique as a dressmaker, telling herself she just needs time to work up the courage. It's the perfect plan—until she's asked to create the wedding dress for Natalie, who turns out to be her sister's daughter. Her own niece.

As Madeleine is drawn into the family's inner circle, she finds herself becoming everyone's trusted confidante. Natalie shares her growing doubts about her upcoming marriage, and the rest of the family seems to have their own secrets to share. Then there's Jack—the handsome, mysterious family friend whose deep connection to the Fitzgeralds only makes her growing feelings for him more complicated.

But when another, even darker family secret comes crashing down on them all, Madeleine must decide what her role is in this tangled family legacy. With the wedding drawing near and her feelings for Jack growing stronger, she faces an impossible choice between protecting her heart and risking everything for the truth—and the family she's always dreamed of having.

Get caught up in this heartwarming tale of second chances, family secrets, and unexpected love in Book 1 of the Cali Reunion series. Perfect for readers who love stories about finding where you truly belong—even if it's in the last place you expected to look.

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Genres: Fiction

89 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 3, 2024

Reviews

[William · Rating 5 out of 5]

Entertaining family listening 🎶🔰

This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book one of six

She and her husband have divorce after forty plus years. Her mother passes away and she learns she was adopted. She goes to California to see 👀 if she can learn about her family?

I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships mystery novels 👍🔰. 2025 👒😉

[Happy Happy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Of course another book from Sage to make you take a pause and feel in a way it didn't know you could.
This book really touches you. This book is simply charming and full of surprises. I love turning every page to find out what is going to happen next. To be honest in the beginning I wasnt a fan but I stuck with it and like all of the books Sage write well worth the read. And I always learn something about myself whilst on the journey.

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[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

“You we're given to me by a teenage girl who couldn’t keep you."


Reeling from a messy divorce at 64 years old, Madeleine's life is plunged into further chaos when her mother dies and she discovers that she was actually adopted. Feeling betrayed and heartbroken, Madeleine sets out to track down her true family.

But when she finally finds them in an affluent Northern California beach town, she is shocked to discover they are the owners of a very successful vineyard. Thrown by this discovery, Madeleine can't bring herself to reveal her identity yet, and decides to stay in town for a while, to work up the courage to present herself. It’s a beautiful place and she finds herself happily settling into life there, accepting a job at the local Bridal Store as a dressmaker. Its just what she needs to help her clear her head and figure out what to do next.
But when she is tasked with designing and creating the wedding dress for Natalie, her real sister’s daughter and therefore her niece, Madeleine feels like a rabbit caught in the headlights.

As she is invited to spend time with the family, she gets closer and closer to Natalie, who confides in her that she doesn’t really want to marry her husband... Madeleine unwillingly becomes the confidante to everyone in the family. And as time passes it becomes increasingly difficult for her to reveal her true identity.

Afraid of severing the connections she is forging with her family, Madeline continues her cover. Then there’s Jack — the handsome and mysterious man whose deep connection to the Fitzgeralds only makes her growing feelings for him even more confusing.

This contemporary clean and wholesome second chance women's fiction Christina inspirational beach town mystery is page-turning with exceptional world-building and characters that are resilient, captivating, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with the family vineyard, later-in-life sweet romance, darker family secrets, heartfelt emotions that will leave readers needing Puffs/kleenex to wipe the tears that are threatening to spill down their cheeks, deception, Madeleine must decide what her role is in this complicated family legacy, Christmas is approaching in this winter wonderland that is engulfed by the sprit of Christmas and joy, the wedding is drawing near, madeleine must choose between protecting her heart or risking everything for the truth-and the family she's always dreamed of having, drama, suspense that will leave readers sitting on the edge of their seats, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with the family vineyard and a sweet romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is magical and unforgettable.

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[Carmela Dimattia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Sage Parker’s books. They are all so unique and get right into the story from the beginning and draw you in with all the mystery and suspense and this book is no different. At 64 Madeline is just reeling from her divorce only to face another setback in life when she discovers she was adopted as a child ad this leads her, with a not so subtle push from her best friend, to California to locate her family and thus begins an adventure. Lots happening but it is sure to keep you hooked. Bring on book 2.

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[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sage Parker has given her readers an excellent start to a new series.
Madeline at the age of 64 she has just dealt with a nasty messy divorce, and she finds out the shocking secret after her mother passes away. This news sends her to northern California to piece together her life.
This book is one that I started reading and finished in a short time. I am now anxious for the next one to follow Madeline on the quest for answers.

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[Debdutch · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The Vineyard” by Sage Parker

Sage Parker delivers a heartfelt story about rediscovery and resilience. At 64, Madeline navigates a bitter divorce and a life-altering secret that takes her to California. The rich character development and intriguing twists make it a page-turner. A promising start to a series with a cliffhanger.

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[Roslyn Simonin Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

A divorce after 46 years!!!! Wow!
Then a call to get to her Mother...quick. Before she dies, she is talking deliriously and talking about a baby, and "I shouldn't have lied."
She learns from the lawyer that she was adopted, but it was a private adoption.
She has to put a lot of pieces together.
Wow, a lot to take in at once Sage.
Love every line.

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[Dianne Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Secrets revealed.

Sage Parker has started another brilliant series that has me totally engaged and entertained from the get go. Maddy is dealing with divorce and death of her mother with the unyielding support of her best friend Di. As the story starts to unfold, I feel sadness, empathy and joy for the steps Maddy is taking to deal with her challenges. I can't wait to read Book 2.

I read this book as part of an advance reader team and am voluntarily writing this review.

[Jeanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Family Vineyard (Book 1) is in the Cali Reunion series by Sage Parker.

Madeleine's life is messy with her divorce, her mother’s death, and surprise info about herself. I was a little frustrated wupith her at the beginning, but fortunately she found her backbone and quit being a doormat to be walk on. Her friend Di may be a bit much at times, but she is good for Madeleine. I can’t wait for the next book!

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[Shelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, I'm not falling in love with this one so far. Maddy is a new divorcee with a douche for an ex, a friend that loves her but is a bit embarrassing, and a mom who hid secrets until her death bed. I think there are too many plots for the story. Finding out yo;re adopted at 60 is enough and makes for a great plot. I'm going to stick with it on the hopes that the story will pick up and smooth out. I would love to see Maddy stand up for herself and tell everyone to go away. It has potential.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m very interested in this Author, I’ve been reading her books for a long time. I give this book a rating of 5 stars because the book was really detailed on the subject and ended up with a good ending. I’m reading her next book in line. Her books are very short, 68 pages to be exact. lol, I read a chapter or 2 every night. That’s why it took so long to read, plus I’ve been reading other books along with hers.

[Rose Grabowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madeline's husband divorces her after 46 years. At 64 that is a lot. Then she gets a call to come see her mother at the nursing home because she is failing. On her deathbed she hints that Madeline isn't her biological daughter. There are papers with the will that say it was a private adoption. She begins a journey to discovering the truth of her beginnings. This is a good story with a strong supporting cast told in a series of mini cliffhangers.

[Molly · Rating 5 out of 5]

a more than midlife woman finds herself at loose ends after facing an initially unwelcome divorce and several other losses.

discovering her own heritage takes her on a journey across the country, and really on her own in a lot of ways, for the first time in decades.

the intruiging beginnings of a new life reboot journey.

I'm excited to follow along.

[Jodi Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madeline is having a really rough time. Newly divorced after 46 years and then her mother dies. Then the lawyer has to tell Madeline that she was adopted. Working through all these issues is huge and it is a good thing she has her friend along to help push her forward. This is book 1 of 6 and I am looking forward to see how this story plays out.

[Jacqueline Johnston Cotton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing better than Book 1 of a new Sage Parker series! Family drama and secrets... it's going to be a page turner. I'm hooked, love the setting, storyline and getting to know the characters. Nothing better than well written women's fiction stories with satisfying twists, adventure, mystery, touches of romance and happily ever afters. I'm ready for book 2!.

[Berta Greenleaf Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. It was great from page one. Being in my 60's myself, it was awesome to read about another woman going through a hard time in life. There was so much challenge for the MC that you can not wait to see how it plays out. I highly recommend this book to all readers.

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[Holly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is first book in the series and very promising,too.
Getting divorce at 60 , loosing her mother and finding out she was adopted.
What’s next step she will take to put her life in the place she will find peace.

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[emmalgradygmail.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liking the storyline so far and it has good character build up. I can’t wait for the next book. I really enjoy Sage Parker’s books.

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[Erika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madeline has her world turned upside down not once but twice. She loses her mother only to find out she was adopted. She located her birth family. How does she fit in to her new reality?.

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[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read a lot of books written by Sage Parker; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the first book in the Cali Reunion Series; it is the beginning of a new series. The story continues in the next book and needs to be read in order.

[Barb Graham · Rating 4 out of 5]

Madeline is dealing with a divorce, her mother's death and a stunning secret. Her ex expects her to make him dinner. Finally, she finds her backbone. Strong characters and I can't wait to learn more. I received an advanced reader copy of this book from Booksprout and this is my honest opinion.

[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful start to a new story about some interesting people with some very interesting family dynamics. There are plenty of secrets that are going to be unraveled in the story. Good read.

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[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great start to a new series! I can't wait to read the next installment of this book to see what happens next.

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[B E · Rating 4 out of 5]

She’s looking for her biological family at 64. Her mother has died and she found out she’s adopted. She meets them but doesn’t reveal her true identity as she develops relationships with them.

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[Nicole Rodriguez · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a bad start to an interesting story. Very short, but definitely left me wanting to read book 2. Felt like this could have equated to 3 chapters in a normal book and was disappointed it left on such a cliff hanger.

[Jean E. Corbin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable Book!

If I had known how short the book was, I would not have downloaded it! However I did, and rather enjoy reading about an older woman, and her issues after a divorce. I try to balance my Historical Fiction with lighter works, and this fills the bill!

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, this start to this story with Madeleine is compelling. It was very, very relatable and I am looking forward to this series to find out how Madeleine gets to her new normal.

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[Cheryl McCrork · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Very Good Book 📖

The characters were fun and very interesting. So far many different emotions have been shown. The story holds your interest. I enjoyed this book 📖 from start to finish.

[ANDREA · Rating 3 out of 5]

Finished book one it’s an easy read but it’s a little slow in the start I gave up a few times . But got back into it .
It didn’t start getting better until towards the end of the book . Just started the second one hope it gets better .

[Baby Girl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Imagine finding out at the age of sixty plus years that your were adopted... what would you do!! Maddie has a lot to sort through and figure out why her life was a secret. Her mom's passing left her with unanswered questions. As her BFF, Di is going to do what she can to help Maddie tthrough all the lies and finally be rid of her mooching ex. I can't wait to see how this story will unfold. I am on board for the ride!.