He thought finding an old formula would be simple. She’s staking her family’s future on a legendary Christmas wine. Now, they’re racing against deadlines and a spiteful rival who holds the missing piece.
SNAPPER When Saffron Hope asks me to find my great-grandmother’s half of an old wine formula as her bachelor-auction favor, I figure it’ll take a few hours of searching through dusty files. But when I discover her family’s winery is three months from bankruptcy, everything changes. Now, we’re racing against the clock to solve a seventy-year-old mystery, and I’m falling for the determined woman who sees salvation in a bottle of wine.
SAFFRON My family’s winery is facing financial ruin, and my only hope lies in recreating a legendary Christmas wine my great-grandparents once made with the Avilas. When Snapper asks me to bid on him at the bachelor auction to avoid someone he desperately wants to escape, I agree to his plan—but in return, he owes me a favor. My request seems simple: help me find his family’s half of the formula. What I don’t expect is falling hard for the cowboy helping me save everything I love. The only problem? The missing piece we desperately need has been in a spiteful rival’s hands all along, and she’d rather watch us fail than help the woman who humiliated her.
Bottled Hope and Old Feelings This book was such a lovely blend of comfort and tension — wine, small-town history, and two people who already care about each other being pushed into something more. Saffron is trying to save her family’s winery with one last, almost mythical Christmas wine, and Snapper steps in at exactly the right moment… even if he thinks he’s just doing her a quick favor. What starts as a practical agreement turns into late-night research, old secrets, and the slow realization that the person you trust most might also be the one you’re falling for. I really loved the friends-to-lovers energy here. There’s no insta-lust — just warmth, shared history, and that quiet ache of we already matter to each other, so what happens if we cross that line? Snapper’s steady loyalty and Saffron’s fierce love for her family and her winery made them easy to root for, both individually and together. The mystery around the missing wine formula adds just the right amount of momentum. It gives the story purpose beyond the romance, and the spiteful rival adds a layer of emotional tension that kept me turning pages. I liked that the stakes weren’t just financial — this was about legacy, pride, and whether Saffron’s past and future could finally come together. This felt cozy, romantic, and quietly emotional — the kind of story you want to sink into and savor as two people realize that what they’ve been looking for has been right beside them all along. 🍷💕
If you're a fan of Heather Slade's compelling "Wine Country" world, get ready for another unforgettable story. As expected, this latest installment is a shining example of her best writing, delivering a holiday read that is guaranteed to tug at your heartstrings.
At the center of the story is the fiery tension between Snapper Avila and Saffron Hope, two characters too stubborn for their own good. Their refusal to admit their true feelings for each other sets the stage for a passionate and wonderfully frustrating romance.
Saffron's mission to save her family's winery hinges on recreating the legendary "The Christmas Blessing" wine, a vintage only made once in the 1950s. The only hurdle? She only possesses part of the recipe. The other, crucial half is held by the powerful Avila family. To get it, Saffron must cleverly call in the favors that Snapper owes her, leading to a delicious game of negotiation and near-seduction to secure the recipe in time.
"Snapper's Seduction" is a rich blend of passion, romance, mystery, and humor, all grounded in the importance of family. It's the ideal book to curl up with this season. So, grab a soft blanket and your favorite warm drink—be it wine, coffee, hot chocolate, or cider—and immerse yourself in this little "Christmas Blessing" of a story. Highly recommended!
Let's go back to wine country. This is another book in Heather Slade's Wicked Wine maker series. This is the second label, or the second group of guys who find themselves on the auction block as an eligible bachelor Alex's (Avila) Butler's wildly popular charity event. Snapper can't escape his sister as much as he'd like to. However he has a deal with his childhood friend and think girl next door, Saffron Hope. She outbids anyone else, and he pays the tab. He always promises her a favor, which she has never collected. Until this year. Saffron Hope's last hope (pun intended) to save the family winery is calling in all of her favors with Snapper. However with all that close proximity they are forced to confront the feelings they have had for years toward the other, with the assumption the other person didn't feel the same way. I really liked the comfort of the romance in this book, it wraps around you like a fuzzy soft blanket. My only disappointment was it wasn't a cross over novel with the Cowboys of the Crested Butte, since Snapper and his brother Kick have been on the rodeo circuit for years as team ropers. But that's just the wishes of this former team roper, who *sigh* gave up the roping pen for a steady pay check. The bread crumbs for Kick's story were dropped in this novel. I'm curious to see what happens.
OHHH This book!!!! This story!!! A DEFINITE MUST READ!
I have been reading Heather Slade's books since 2019 and I cannot pick a favorite because I love them all. The characters feel like old friends to me.
Snapper's Seduction is the 4th book in the Wicked Winemakers Second Label series and it was soooo good. It is a book, that to me, shows how strong and resilient some people are. Snapper, the MMC, is a very strong character. He knows what he is doing, what has to be done, and he knows how to go about doing it.
The MFC is Saffron (love the name) and she is a definite match for Snapper... although she doesn't know if she should trust her instincts, or trust the words of others. Snapper of course helps out with this.
This book had me looking up things about winemaking, and about feelings, betrayal, and the strength of character in most people. Such a wonderful book!!!
It's so great going back to California's coastal wine region again. Snapper's Seduction interweaves the themes of family, loyalty, the holiday season and a love that long ago grew out of a friendship. It's about remembering the importance of those we care about, both family and of bond, matter more than material things. Snapper and Saffron have always been as thick as thieves from their early childhoods. Yet, they've both been reluctant to share their true feelings with one another. It takes her asking for a tremendous favor of him to finally start tearing down the "what if" walls between them. They become partners in an a make or break endeavor. I rooted for them every single step of the way. Many of your favorites from the Wicked Winemakers First and Second Labels series are present and enhance an already remarkable story.
The newest book in the Wicked Winemakers is here. Snapper’s story was worth the wait. It’s full of heart and loyalty. Snapper and Saffron have been in the friends zone since school. Each hiding what they really feel. When Saffron is in trouble she turns to Salazar for help. Salazar knows if he’s ever going to take the chance of a lifetime it’s now.
As he helps her can she get past her fears and see that he is here to stay. That his words are real. Will she be able to believe in them before it’s too late.
If you have not started this series or read one of Heather’s books this is really the place to start. Their story is full of all the feels that we readers look for in a story that we will remember and reread again and again.
Snapper and Saffron have been friends forever, having grown up in the same community, but neither one wants to take a chance on their growing attraction. Until Saffron discovers a problem that can only be solved by working together with Snapper's family to recreate a legendary single batch of wine from seventy years ago.
Snapper is fully on board with helping Saffron in whatever way she'll let him, so the two of them start to research their respective family archives to gather all the necessary instructions to make this wine, not realizing that it's going to take a cooperative effort from everyone in their community, even the one person who they'd both like to avoid contact with.
This was such a lovely, relaxed-pace love story, building a quiet, friends-forever love and giving us an intimate sideline experience of creating a very special wine. I loved that all the drama was centered on their families' history, and how this project spanned multiple generations while demonstrating the importance of working together.
Snapper and Saffron are just so perfect together, once they allowed themselves to pursue their relationship. The ending was exquisite, with a beautiful Christmas morning scene that was so very romantic. I loved this addition to the Wicked Winemakers series and I highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys contemporary romances.
We are back in wine country, where it all began with Heather Slade's books. You know that every story written about this area will be the best of Heather's writing.
This is an excellent read for the holiday season; it has everything that will pull at your emotions. At the centre of it is Snapper Avila and Saffron Hope, both too stubborn to admit their true feelings for each other. Saffron is trying to save her family's winery with The Christmas Blessing wine, which was made only once before in the 1950s and is considered legendary. The only problem is that she only has part of the recipe; the other part is with the Avila family. Saffron will have to call in the favours that Snapper owes her to find the other part of the recipe and make the wine in time to save her family's winery.
Snapper's Seduction is full of passion, romance, mystery, and humour, but at its heart is family. So grab this book, cozy up with a soft blanket and something good to drink, like wine, coffee, hot chocolate or cider and enjoy a little Christmas Blessing.
Snapper and Saffron have been best friends since they were children. Both have loved each other for years but were to stubborn to recognize it and address it. Saffron is devastated when she finds out her family may lose their winery. She has a crazy idea but needs Snapper's help to pull it off. This year at the annual Wine Makers Ball, Saffron will bid on Snapper but will actually call in the favor he owes her. Multiple families end up working together to save Saffron's family winery. Throw in secrets, old rivalries, jealousy and you have a book that will keep you reading until the end. Love the Los Cabelleros and all the past characters.
I really enjoyed reading Snapper's Seduction . Snapper and Saffron have loved each other since they were young , both being afraid to ever tell each other in case it would ruin their friendship . When Saffron bids on Snapper at the bachelor auction like every year . She decides to call in her favors she never collected on . Snapper has decided he's ready to make his move . Saffron needs his help with saving her family's orchard and home as they work together things heat up . Now only if he can convince Saffron to trust him and take the chance on their love . This story is a perfect Christmas romance . It's a beautiful emotional romance . I highly recommend taking the time to read .
Snapper’s Seduction is book 4 in Wicked Winmaker’s Central Coast Second Label by Heather Slade and another awesome read!
Up next is Saffron and Snapper’s story. They have been friends since they were children and both have feelings for each other but are afraid it could ruin their friendship. Hoping to save the her family winery from foreclose she asks Snapper to help…working together to produce a new (old joined family) wine, family support, secrets, old rivals, jealousy and Christmas Magic make this another must read!
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A Christmas story that shows the true meaning of Christmas wishes. It's time for the Wicked Winemaker's ball that includes the bachelor auction. Salazar "Snapper" Avila and Saffron Hope have a system down that allows Saffron to outbid any others for a favor. She never asked him for anything, but this year the favor will be called in. Their attraction has been evident to everyone but themselves. While working on the favor, they begin to act on the attraction. However, trust becomes an issue. Can Snapper gain Saffron's trust? Can they get their HEA? This is another great book from Heather Slade.
I've run out of of superlatives for describing this author's novels. Snapper's Seduction is the 4th novel in this series and follows Snapper and Saffron, friends from early childhood. Now adults, Saffron stumbles onto information that her family's winery is in deep trouble, and she knows what it would take to keep it out of foreclosure: recreating the perfect wine. With the help of Snapper and his family, they have a shot at doing just that. It will take nerves of steel, hard work and a lot of luck to make it happen. Heather Slade continues to wow this reader with fresh ideas, great characters and crisp writing. As always, I look forward to the next book in this series! 5 stars
At a bachelor auction, Snapper asks wine producer Saffron to bid on him, and in return she asks for a favour.
I liked the different setting of this book in a winery situation. Snapper and Saffron work together but not initially, though when they discover the family mystery with secrets and betrayals, they need to join forces.
I liked the chemistry they had. Slow burn but sizzling soon after. I also liked the team they made to get to their goal.
So well done. This author's writing style is enjoy reading and the plot was compelling. Fantastic book!!
Snappers Seduction reminds me why I love Ms Slade’s Wicked Winemaker’s series! Saffron ‘buys’ Snapper during the bachelor auction, as she does every year, allowing Saffron to request a huge favor in return from Snapper. Saffron Hope and Salazar ‘Snapper’ Avila, friends since childhood, have danced around one another for years staying in the friend zone, but Saffron’s secret and request push Snapper to move forward toward something more. Well written with lots of heart, intrigue, and secrets coming to light. A great read!
Snapper and Saffron have been friends for years, she's had a crush on him but has been hiding it as she doesn't want to break up their friendship. Snapper has been keeping an eye on her and helps when he can. She buys him at the annual batchelor auction, with his money! Each year he says that he owes her. This year she wants to collect, but not how he's hoping but to help her by making a particular wine. Can they work together without letting their feelings get in the way?
One Recipe - Three houses - Two that would do whatever it took to save a family home. This book tells of how a group of women from the 1950's made a creation like no other, and one of them didn't want to continue the production of it - at the time. Now, 70 years later, can their great-grandchildren recreate it to save a home - find out in Snappers Seduction. This book was the right kind of Christmas love and the right setting for its release. I loved this book!
5 + ⭐️ stars What a heart bursting with joy, family, friends, and love, magical Christmas romance. I cried, I laughed, I rooted for Saffron and Snapper as they worked together for her family plus the entire families helping! Just what the Holiday season should be…but I’ve got to tell you, every time Saffron walked into her dark, quiet home I just kept expecting a big old surprise! You’ll have to grab the book to see! ❤️🎄❤️🎄❤️
Snappers Seduction is such a beautifully written book!! Heather once again out did herself. This is the 4th book in the second winemaker series and man just kept my attention from the FIRST page. Literally Snapper and Saffron from the beginning are burning with love for each other from years of waiting with no clue how where to start or if they even can. Theres suspense, romance, spice, passion, love for family, its just fantastic seriously you have to read it!!
Saffron and Snappers story is a wonderful feel good read. From growing up together to finally admitting to each other there is so much more to their relationship you can’t put this book down. Great page turner as they work this all out to find the HEA. Phenomenal series and this latest addition doesn’t disappoint!
Seduction was 100% accurate for how I felt about this book. A tantalizing mixture of mystery, drama, romance and emotion provides an enticing base for Snapper and Saffron's romance to be built off of and together they create a well-balanced read that has you experiencing the sharp edge of tension as well as delivering some serious heart melting.
A mystery of love that's been years in the making. From matters of the heart to secrets of the soul, Saffron and Snapper are a delicious seduction. Slade blends family honor and heartbreaking emotion. Drama takes center stage with an addictive feast of the senses that illicits all the feels.
Loved this story. Love this town and how they stick together. Best friends who turn in to so much more. Love the moral of the story, dont want to give it away, but has a lot of meaning. Highly recommend this book to others.
I absolutely loved Snapper (Salazar) & Saffron's story, and so will you. They both finally admit that they love each other, and save the Hope winery. While I uniting the families after 70 years while making an amazing wine. Thanks, Heather for writing another amazing story.
I love this series. Snapper and Saffron’s story was a great addition to this family. Love the drama, the secrets and all the fun along the way. I would really lie to know how they all got their nicknames, though. A fantastic read!!
Snapper's Seduction is the 4th bopk in the series, but can easily be read as a standalone. Snapper and Saffron's story is a wonderfully sweet and romantic best friends to lovers romance with a touch of intrigue and a lot of Christmas spirit. The HEA brought tears to my eyes!
A Heart-Stealing, Wine-Soaked Romance You Won’t Want to Put Down!
Snapper’s Seduction is Heather Slade at her absolute best—emotionally rich, suspenseful, and irresistibly swoony. From the very first chapter, I was pulled into the high-stakes world of hidden formulas, family legacy, and a Christmas wine so special it might save everything.
Snapper and Saffron are pure magic together. What starts as a simple bachelor-auction favor quickly turns into a gripping race against time, a tangle of family secrets, and a battle with a rival who would rather burn the past than share it. The chemistry between these two practically leaps off the page—equal parts tender, fierce, and destined. Slade beautifully blends mystery, romance, and holiday warmth into a story that feels both comforting and thrilling.
If you love passionate couples, small-town charm, long-buried secrets, and a Christmas story with real heart, Snapper’s Seduction is an absolute must-read. Heather Slade delivers a luscious, intoxicating romance that lingers like a perfectly aged wine.
Heather Slade’s writing just gets better and better like a fine aged wine. In Snapper, we dive back to wine country as Snapper returns from the rodeo circuit for the annual Wine Bachelor Auction. What started out as a friend consistently bidding on him so he didn’t have to fulfill his date obligation, quickly transforms into a desperate spark of hope for Saffron. This year she’s turning in her building favors to save her family’s winery with the legendary Christmas Wine. This was the Perfect read for the holiday season. It was light and sweet but still held the same suspense and twists known to Slade’s writing. It married my favorite author with a Hallmark holiday love story but instead of hot cocoa, you’ll want a glass of wine. Can’t wait to see what Kick’s book takes us in the next chapter of this series!