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Vintage Vine
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Expected 27 Oct 26A grumpy billionaire. A woman who was never supposed to get under his skin. And a year in small town Sunset Valley neither of them is prepared for.
When Grayson Stonemore’s father dies, his final wish forces all six siblings home for a year. As the eldest son and newly crowned patriarch, duty isn’t optional. Grayson has spent his life working the vines, protecting the estate built over generations, and keeping the valley’s rivalries at bay.
Then Harper arrives.
Sharp, guarded, and very much a polished city girl, she’s only in Sunset Valley because she’s his brother’s assistant so the will dragged her here too. She’s supposed to blend in, keep her head down, and survive a year in wine country.
Instead, she steals Grayson’s coffee and pushes every button he’s got… and somehow becomes the one woman he can’t ignore.
But tensions with the neighboring property are rising, and the threats aimed at Grayson’s land now brush dangerously close to the woman he never meant to want. As rivalries escalate and hidden motives surface, he’s forced to face the truth he’s spent his life avoiding. Protecting the estate is easy. Protecting Harper might cost him everything.
In a valley where secrets age slowly and loyalty runs deep, love can be the most dangerous vintage of all.
When Grayson Stonemore’s father dies, his final wish forces all six siblings home for a year. As the eldest son and newly crowned patriarch, duty isn’t optional. Grayson has spent his life working the vines, protecting the estate built over generations, and keeping the valley’s rivalries at bay.
Then Harper arrives.
Sharp, guarded, and very much a polished city girl, she’s only in Sunset Valley because she’s his brother’s assistant so the will dragged her here too. She’s supposed to blend in, keep her head down, and survive a year in wine country.
Instead, she steals Grayson’s coffee and pushes every button he’s got… and somehow becomes the one woman he can’t ignore.
But tensions with the neighboring property are rising, and the threats aimed at Grayson’s land now brush dangerously close to the woman he never meant to want. As rivalries escalate and hidden motives surface, he’s forced to face the truth he’s spent his life avoiding. Protecting the estate is easy. Protecting Harper might cost him everything.
In a valley where secrets age slowly and loyalty runs deep, love can be the most dangerous vintage of all.
430 pages, Paperback
Expected publication October 27, 2026
About the author
Samantha Skye
32 books832 followersSamantha Skye is an Amazon Top 50 and international bestselling author. A country kid turned city slicker, she writes spicy and suspenseful contemporary romance novels that leave you hot under the collar and on the edge of your seat.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
New series alert! Welcome to Stonemore Estate - a billion dollar vintage wine empire. Stonemore Wines is run by siblings and starts off with the eldest Stonemore, Grayson, having to take over as President. He's divorced, married to his work, grumpy and now forced to corral the chaos that ensues when all of his siblings must move home to help. Harper Knox works in New York on Wall Street and Grayson's brother Reid is her boss. She has to go from city girl to small town girl for a year as his assistant, as she keeps him in line and organized. They are both attracted to each other and he feels a strong vibe to take care of her. She has past trauma but likes his grumpy, take charge persona. These two are so cute together and if you loved Tanner from her Billionaire's of Whispers series, then you will adore Grayson. And, as always, we have some romantic suspense going on, which makes for a more interesting read. I enjoyed this and am excited for more to come in this series!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh my goodness. Grayson is freaking delicious! So dedicated to his estate he rarely leaves, to protect his heart. Harper is like a ray of sunshine in Grayson's world. Boy does he fight it but Harper just seems to click with everyone on the estate, especially Grayson.
Harper has her hangups too, but with Grayson's help manages to ease some of her worries and open back up to the world around her.
Things get spicy between them but worry also manages to creep into their idyllic world.
Loved this so much. It is going to be an interesting series. Can't wait to read more about Corky LOL.
Harper has her hangups too, but with Grayson's help manages to ease some of her worries and open back up to the world around her.
Things get spicy between them but worry also manages to creep into their idyllic world.
Loved this so much. It is going to be an interesting series. Can't wait to read more about Corky LOL.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vintage Vine is the first book in Samantha Skye's Sunset Valley series, and was an ARC that I was looking forward too. I find Skye's writing the perfect for an escape, with fluffy romances, low angst, but high stakes, men that are Green Flags and strong female leads. Vintage Vine was no exception to my expectations and was the perfect way to get lost and unwind after a long week IRL.
Skye introduced us to the world of the Stonemore family's business, which seems to flourish under the watchful eye of Grayson. However, with the death of his father, there has been a massive hole left in his life and his five siblings. The siblings could not be any different from each other, which is something that I look forward to exploring in future books of this series. And it is through one of Grayson's brothers that brings Harper into his life. Harper is an executive assistant whose boss is forced to relocate to Sunset Valley, which is where she immediately meets Grayson, one of her boss's siblings.
The Stonemore's are animated bunch, but I especially felt the connection - from the passion, to the stress - to Grayson as he tries to keep everything together. Harper gets under his skin and sees the true Grayson, but they also share a strong connection in grief that allows them to explore feelings of love and acceptance.
Skye introduced us to the world of the Stonemore family's business, which seems to flourish under the watchful eye of Grayson. However, with the death of his father, there has been a massive hole left in his life and his five siblings. The siblings could not be any different from each other, which is something that I look forward to exploring in future books of this series. And it is through one of Grayson's brothers that brings Harper into his life. Harper is an executive assistant whose boss is forced to relocate to Sunset Valley, which is where she immediately meets Grayson, one of her boss's siblings.
The Stonemore's are animated bunch, but I especially felt the connection - from the passion, to the stress - to Grayson as he tries to keep everything together. Harper gets under his skin and sees the true Grayson, but they also share a strong connection in grief that allows them to explore feelings of love and acceptance.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vintage Vine puts two vulnerable hearts together for us to adore. Grayson and Harper will sneak into your heart and settle in. Who wouldn’t melt for a grumpy, walled up giant who turns gentle and soft for a woman he just can’t get enough of?
I loved watching Grayson battle his emotions, his huge heart for his family, Harper, and his grief. Harper is full of sass, and her banter with Grayson had me smiling so much. When she takes a chance with Grayson and bares herself to him, I was doing a happy dance.
I loved their chemistry, which flowed naturally, slowly, and sweetly before it blazed hot.
The family dynamics had me hooked, with the different siblings, their individual paths, and that deep-rooted sense of belonging. I just love Corky!
Throwing in a dash of suspense kept me pondering who had it in for Harper, and I enjoyed seeing Grayson's alpha protector instincts roar to life.
A fantastic start to this series! If family dynamics with emotional roots, romance, great wine, and a touch of suspense are your jam, come on board.
I loved watching Grayson battle his emotions, his huge heart for his family, Harper, and his grief. Harper is full of sass, and her banter with Grayson had me smiling so much. When she takes a chance with Grayson and bares herself to him, I was doing a happy dance.
I loved their chemistry, which flowed naturally, slowly, and sweetly before it blazed hot.
The family dynamics had me hooked, with the different siblings, their individual paths, and that deep-rooted sense of belonging. I just love Corky!
Throwing in a dash of suspense kept me pondering who had it in for Harper, and I enjoyed seeing Grayson's alpha protector instincts roar to life.
A fantastic start to this series! If family dynamics with emotional roots, romance, great wine, and a touch of suspense are your jam, come on board.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vintage Vine had me completely hooked! The chemistry between these two was EVERYTHING. Their attraction felt so natural, but the tension made every interaction feel like it could turn into something more at any second. The flirting was bold, the banter was fun, and I absolutely loved how Samantha Skye incorporated wine themes into the book. Granted, the book is based on a winery estate but Samantha did such a phenomenal job making it more relatable to the characters. It was just so well done!!
If you’re looking for a romance with strong chemistry, flirty banter, suspense, and plenty of swoony moments, definitely add Vintage Vine to your TBR!
✨Thank you Samantha Skye & team for the ARC!! ✨
If you’re looking for a romance with strong chemistry, flirty banter, suspense, and plenty of swoony moments, definitely add Vintage Vine to your TBR!
✨Thank you Samantha Skye & team for the ARC!! ✨
Review of advance copy received from Author
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Some books you read, and some books you feel. Vintage Vine was absolutely the latter. I honestly don’t even know if I have the right words to do this story justice, but I’m going to try.
This was a breath of fresh air from so much of what I’ve been reading lately. A beautiful, heartfelt story wrapped in heartache, healing, and a love that finds its way through the broken pieces. Broken grump meets broken sunshine, and somehow, in the middle of all that hurt, they create something so incredibly beautiful. 🥹❤️
I found myself slowing down, savoring every single moment because I wasn’t ready for it to end. I would literally put the book down when I realized I was getting closer to the last page. Not because I didn’t want to know what happened, but because I just wasn’t ready to leave these characters and the world Samantha created. I wanted to stay a little longer. Feel a little more. Hold on to them just a little tighter.
And the DETAILS. The way he names a wine after her? Excuse me while I pick my heart up off the floor. 🍷😭 And the dirty talk? WOWZA. I swear I could hear the growl behind those words. 🔥🥵 The chemistry, the tenderness, the vulnerability, the way love can reach into the places we try so hard to keep hidden… it was all just chef’s kiss.
But beyond the romance and the swoon-worthy moments, what truly got me was the HEART of this story. The hurt, the imperfections, the quiet moments of connection, and the reminder that even broken people can find something beautiful in one another. This story made me feel so much, and I never wanted to rush through a single emotion.
Samantha Skye pulled me into a world that felt so real, so immersive, and so full of heart that I forgot I was reading a book. It gave me that rare feeling I thought only Whispers could give me. That feeling of being completely consumed by a story, of living inside it rather than simply turning its pages.
Vintage Vine was beautiful in all the ways that matter. It made me ache, swoon, smile, and fall in love with the journey. I closed this book with a full heart and absolutely no desire to say goodbye.
And now? I NEED MORE. I cannot wait to see what Samantha has in store for the rest of this family because if this story is any indication, I am nowhere near ready to leave this world. ❤️🍷
A heartfelt, soul-stirring, beautifully imperfect love story that I wanted to savor forever. Some stories stay with you long after you turn the last page, and this is absolutely one of them.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
This story healed me in so many ways; after reading it, I feel more alive, hopeful and uplifted. Vintage Vine is the first book in a new series set in Sunset Valley, California featuring the Stonemore family and their exclusive wine estate. Grayson Stonemore was raised to be the patriarch and now that his father has died, he is the new president and chief winemaker. Grayson’s father enacted the Stonemore family legacy clause in his will - after the patriarch dies, every generation must gather on the estate for a full annual season. Grayson’s returning siblings are not happy about this and he has to manage some tricky family dynamics with the six of them.
Harper Knox is the assistant to Grayson’s brother, Reid. She lives and works in NYC, and Harper has never lived anywhere else. Reid asks her to come to work from the Stonemore Estate for a year to assist him and she agrees. Harper is viewed as a buttoned up, sophisticated, city girl when she meets Reid’s family and she feels like she doesn’t fit in at first. Harper’s first encounter with Reid’s brother, the stern and grumpy Grayson, is antagonistic, but she does stand up to him. She also steals his coffee!
There are so many layers to Harper, and she is hiding an incredibly traumatic past. Grayson has thick walls around his heart due to his hurtful past. Each time they see each other, Grayson and Harper feel the pull of physical attraction. Over time, they start to share their vulnerabilities and build trust. Harper loves her job and doesn’t want to jeopardize it by acting on her feelings for her boss’s brother. Grayson doesn’t want to get involved with someone who is going to be leaving in a year. Of course, the more they fight it, the more they can’t resist temptation.
Samantha Skye has done a fantastic job with world building – the characters are all so richly developed and I am longing to read about the rest of the siblings. The plotting and details are very clever! There is underlying suspense that comes to a crescendo in the final chapters – I was on the edge of my seat! The ending is one of the most satisfying ones I’ve read in a while. I know that I will be listening to the audio on repeat as one of my favorite comfort reads.
Harper Knox is the assistant to Grayson’s brother, Reid. She lives and works in NYC, and Harper has never lived anywhere else. Reid asks her to come to work from the Stonemore Estate for a year to assist him and she agrees. Harper is viewed as a buttoned up, sophisticated, city girl when she meets Reid’s family and she feels like she doesn’t fit in at first. Harper’s first encounter with Reid’s brother, the stern and grumpy Grayson, is antagonistic, but she does stand up to him. She also steals his coffee!
There are so many layers to Harper, and she is hiding an incredibly traumatic past. Grayson has thick walls around his heart due to his hurtful past. Each time they see each other, Grayson and Harper feel the pull of physical attraction. Over time, they start to share their vulnerabilities and build trust. Harper loves her job and doesn’t want to jeopardize it by acting on her feelings for her boss’s brother. Grayson doesn’t want to get involved with someone who is going to be leaving in a year. Of course, the more they fight it, the more they can’t resist temptation.
Samantha Skye has done a fantastic job with world building – the characters are all so richly developed and I am longing to read about the rest of the siblings. The plotting and details are very clever! There is underlying suspense that comes to a crescendo in the final chapters – I was on the edge of my seat! The ending is one of the most satisfying ones I’ve read in a while. I know that I will be listening to the audio on repeat as one of my favorite comfort reads.
October 20, 2026
Grayson has spent his life on the Stonemore Wines Estate, but after the death of his father, he and his siblings are told that in order for the Estate to remain in the family, the 6 siblings must spent the next year on the property. When his wife left him years ago, he gave up on the idea of love, but when his brother moves his assistant onto the Estate, he can’t deny that she captivates him unlike anyone else he’s met before. While she initially infuriates him, he finds himself looking forward to their banter, and feels an overwhelming need to keep her close. As much as he tells himself that she’s a city girl who would never want to make a home on the Estate, he finds himself wishing for a future he never considered.
Harper has spent the past several years burying herself in work, trying to fill a void left behind by the trauma of her past. Estranged from her parents for years, she has never felt like she belonged, but from the moment she set foot on the Stonemore Estate she finally feels like she’s found a place to call home, and she can’t deny that Grayson is a big part of that. Her boss’ grumpy older brother may seem like nothing gets to him, but he quickly shows that he sees her in a way no one else has before, and allows her to finally let her guard down with another person. As much as she’s falling in love with him, she falls in love with life on the Estate just as quickly, but when someone threatens her, there’s no safer place she’d rather be than in Grayson’s arms.
I received an early copy of this book from the author and I absolutely loved it! Grayson has been closed off for so long that he is completely blindsided by the way Harper makes him feel. While she has suffered serious trauma at a young age, Grayson makes her feel seen and beautiful, and allows her to find a side of herself she’s been hiding for years. I fell in love with the Stonemore family and their antics, and the deliciousness that is Grayson Stonemore did not hurt either. I loved how different he was from other men Harper had been with, seeing beauty in her scars and giving her the confidence to love her own body. While the book had some suspenseful elements, their love was so hopeful, it was obvious that Grayson would protect her at any cost.
Harper has spent the past several years burying herself in work, trying to fill a void left behind by the trauma of her past. Estranged from her parents for years, she has never felt like she belonged, but from the moment she set foot on the Stonemore Estate she finally feels like she’s found a place to call home, and she can’t deny that Grayson is a big part of that. Her boss’ grumpy older brother may seem like nothing gets to him, but he quickly shows that he sees her in a way no one else has before, and allows her to finally let her guard down with another person. As much as she’s falling in love with him, she falls in love with life on the Estate just as quickly, but when someone threatens her, there’s no safer place she’d rather be than in Grayson’s arms.
I received an early copy of this book from the author and I absolutely loved it! Grayson has been closed off for so long that he is completely blindsided by the way Harper makes him feel. While she has suffered serious trauma at a young age, Grayson makes her feel seen and beautiful, and allows her to find a side of herself she’s been hiding for years. I fell in love with the Stonemore family and their antics, and the deliciousness that is Grayson Stonemore did not hurt either. I loved how different he was from other men Harper had been with, seeing beauty in her scars and giving her the confidence to love her own body. While the book had some suspenseful elements, their love was so hopeful, it was obvious that Grayson would protect her at any cost.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vintage Vine 🍇
Firstly,I want to thank LoveNotes PR & Samantha Skye for trusting me with this ARC!🪵
I said it & I will say it again,I could not POSSIBLE wait for the audio book to arrive,I HAD TO GET MY HANDS ON THIS BOOK.Really,it was one of the times,that the ARC locked with me so well,okay maybe my excitement was a little bit to being when I got it (the whole neighborhood got worried)
Now,
WHY AM I FALLING IN LOVE WITH THIS MAN? WHY AM I ?🫣
Oh baby,Grayson is the standard. The reason I keep choosing to read this genre again and again.Also,if you know one thing about me is that give me a hot overworked man,and I am gonna make him like he is 18 again.So,yes Gray is my crush too!Harper,what a lucky woman you are.Back to boy,THE YEARNING EACH IN SCENE,the silent I love you moments THE CARRYING as one of the first major interactions?I AM DEAD.🙂↕️
On the other hand,Harper is a magnificent woman who has utterly forgotten her worth.PERIOD.💋
Yes,she is one of the characters that us female readers can reflect and those self hate comments she makes break my heart,yet at the same time I feel her to my bones.I get how much every inch of those words hurt her more than anything and how much she actually believes them.Added,if you think it deeper Harper's 'scars' are on each girl who this is they are unlovable because of a part of their body who different,morphed etc.Harper is for the girls and all the girls all in for Harper.Love ya girlie.Although,give her 4 pages with our Lord and savior Grayson and she will shine brighter than the sun itself!
Ending,I absolutely adored the whole family in ranch situation that was happening,mostly because when we see toxic parental figures all the time I stories seeing a family such as this warms my heart and makes me believe there is still hope & good people out there!
Out On Oct 27th❣️
5⭐
P.S. I,of course,gonna be listening to the audio book because I think HEARING Gray will make me faint.Literally.Call an ambulance.🚑
Firstly,I want to thank LoveNotes PR & Samantha Skye for trusting me with this ARC!🪵
I said it & I will say it again,I could not POSSIBLE wait for the audio book to arrive,I HAD TO GET MY HANDS ON THIS BOOK.Really,it was one of the times,that the ARC locked with me so well,okay maybe my excitement was a little bit to being when I got it (the whole neighborhood got worried)
Now,
WHY AM I FALLING IN LOVE WITH THIS MAN? WHY AM I ?🫣
Oh baby,Grayson is the standard. The reason I keep choosing to read this genre again and again.Also,if you know one thing about me is that give me a hot overworked man,and I am gonna make him like he is 18 again.So,yes Gray is my crush too!Harper,what a lucky woman you are.Back to boy,THE YEARNING EACH IN SCENE,the silent I love you moments THE CARRYING as one of the first major interactions?I AM DEAD.🙂↕️
On the other hand,Harper is a magnificent woman who has utterly forgotten her worth.PERIOD.💋
Yes,she is one of the characters that us female readers can reflect and those self hate comments she makes break my heart,yet at the same time I feel her to my bones.I get how much every inch of those words hurt her more than anything and how much she actually believes them.Added,if you think it deeper Harper's 'scars' are on each girl who this is they are unlovable because of a part of their body who different,morphed etc.Harper is for the girls and all the girls all in for Harper.Love ya girlie.Although,give her 4 pages with our Lord and savior Grayson and she will shine brighter than the sun itself!
Ending,I absolutely adored the whole family in ranch situation that was happening,mostly because when we see toxic parental figures all the time I stories seeing a family such as this warms my heart and makes me believe there is still hope & good people out there!
Out On Oct 27th❣️
5⭐
P.S. I,of course,gonna be listening to the audio book because I think HEARING Gray will make me faint.Literally.Call an ambulance.🚑
Review of advance copy received from Author
🍷 ARC REVIEW 🍇
📖 Vintage Vine by Samantha Sky
Book 1 in the Sunset Valley series
Some books are made for a cosy little cottage at a winery, a glass of red in hand, and absolutely no plans to put them down. 🍷🤍 Vintage Vine is one of those books.
I absolutely adore Grayson Stonemore and Harper Knox. Their story is thoughtful, engaging, and layered with just the right amount of suspense to keep you thinking long after you've turned the last page.
What really stood out to me was the bond between these two. The honour and respect they have for each other, especially as their relationship grows and Harper navigates everything life throws her way, made their connection feel all the more meaningful. Their relationship isn't just about falling in love. It's about how they show up for one another, the trust they build, and the way they navigate the unexpected together. ❤️
And Grayson Stonemore? Ladies, prepare yourselves. Because he might just be your next book boyfriend. 👀🔥 There's something about the way his character is written that makes him so easy to adore.
The characters as a whole were such a highlight for me, and Corky deserves a special mention because that woman had me laughing! 😂 I loved how the characters brought their own personalities to the story and made Sunset Valley feel like somewhere you could happily settle in for a while.
Samantha Sky executed this story beautifully, balancing the feel-good romance with suspense and thoughtful moments that give you something to chew on. It's engaging without losing its heart, and the story has a way of staying with you even after you've finished reading.
Vintage Vine is a beautiful reminder that the best love stories aren't just about the sparks. They're about the respect, the understanding, and the choice to keep showing up for each other. 🤍🍇
If you're looking for a romance that feels warm and comforting while still keeping you guessing, add this one to your TBR!
Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this ARC. 💌
📖 Vintage Vine by Samantha Sky
Book 1 in the Sunset Valley series
Some books are made for a cosy little cottage at a winery, a glass of red in hand, and absolutely no plans to put them down. 🍷🤍 Vintage Vine is one of those books.
I absolutely adore Grayson Stonemore and Harper Knox. Their story is thoughtful, engaging, and layered with just the right amount of suspense to keep you thinking long after you've turned the last page.
What really stood out to me was the bond between these two. The honour and respect they have for each other, especially as their relationship grows and Harper navigates everything life throws her way, made their connection feel all the more meaningful. Their relationship isn't just about falling in love. It's about how they show up for one another, the trust they build, and the way they navigate the unexpected together. ❤️
And Grayson Stonemore? Ladies, prepare yourselves. Because he might just be your next book boyfriend. 👀🔥 There's something about the way his character is written that makes him so easy to adore.
The characters as a whole were such a highlight for me, and Corky deserves a special mention because that woman had me laughing! 😂 I loved how the characters brought their own personalities to the story and made Sunset Valley feel like somewhere you could happily settle in for a while.
Samantha Sky executed this story beautifully, balancing the feel-good romance with suspense and thoughtful moments that give you something to chew on. It's engaging without losing its heart, and the story has a way of staying with you even after you've finished reading.
Vintage Vine is a beautiful reminder that the best love stories aren't just about the sparks. They're about the respect, the understanding, and the choice to keep showing up for each other. 🤍🍇
If you're looking for a romance that feels warm and comforting while still keeping you guessing, add this one to your TBR!
Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this ARC. 💌
Review of advance copy
This was an awesome story. I didn’t want it to end 😊
Harper Knox works on Wall Street for Reid Stonemore. Her life is focused on her work, and she has lunch with her model sister when she’s in Town and that is her life. Until Reid’s dad passes away and now, he has to live on the Stonemore Estate in Sunset Valley, and he needs his trusted Personal Assistant.
Harper has no qualm about packing up and moving to Sunset Valley nothing is keeping her in New York anyway and maybe she needs a change. Then she meets the Stonemore family. And her whole life changes. She has immediate girlfriends; she has people who care what happens to her. And she has a sexy winemaker who she can't believe is actually interested in her.
Grayson Stonemore is the head of his family now that his dad passed away. Having all his sibling's home is an adjustment that he is actually enjoying. Then one day he comes downstairs and finds a gorgeous woman drinking coffee in his kitchen. He infatuated with Harper and all he wants to do is make Harper happy.
Now a full-time big brother, a doting uncle and loving grandson. Getting involved with Harper might not be such a good idea. He got divorced from a woman who didn’t want to make Sunset Valley her home. Harper being from the big city might mean that she won't want to stay in a Small Town, right…
This story had so much in, that you have no choice but to get hooked. You have Harper who has a secret from her past, a sort of stalker. A neighbor who is causing all kinds of havoc on the estate. Grayson has some abandonment issues from his ex and siblings leaving him behind. All he has to do is open himself up to Harper and believing that she will want to spend the rest of her life with him. And Harper has to trust that Grayson won't run when he sees all her scars from her past.
Loved the story from the start to end and I am totally hyped up for Reid’s story 😊
Read on behalf of
Fay’s Corner
Harper Knox works on Wall Street for Reid Stonemore. Her life is focused on her work, and she has lunch with her model sister when she’s in Town and that is her life. Until Reid’s dad passes away and now, he has to live on the Stonemore Estate in Sunset Valley, and he needs his trusted Personal Assistant.
Harper has no qualm about packing up and moving to Sunset Valley nothing is keeping her in New York anyway and maybe she needs a change. Then she meets the Stonemore family. And her whole life changes. She has immediate girlfriends; she has people who care what happens to her. And she has a sexy winemaker who she can't believe is actually interested in her.
Grayson Stonemore is the head of his family now that his dad passed away. Having all his sibling's home is an adjustment that he is actually enjoying. Then one day he comes downstairs and finds a gorgeous woman drinking coffee in his kitchen. He infatuated with Harper and all he wants to do is make Harper happy.
Now a full-time big brother, a doting uncle and loving grandson. Getting involved with Harper might not be such a good idea. He got divorced from a woman who didn’t want to make Sunset Valley her home. Harper being from the big city might mean that she won't want to stay in a Small Town, right…
This story had so much in, that you have no choice but to get hooked. You have Harper who has a secret from her past, a sort of stalker. A neighbor who is causing all kinds of havoc on the estate. Grayson has some abandonment issues from his ex and siblings leaving him behind. All he has to do is open himself up to Harper and believing that she will want to spend the rest of her life with him. And Harper has to trust that Grayson won't run when he sees all her scars from her past.
Loved the story from the start to end and I am totally hyped up for Reid’s story 😊
Read on behalf of
Fay’s Corner
Review of advance copy received from Author
Welcome to Sunset Valley where the Stonemore Estate has for generations grown wine. And with the passing of the Stonemore Patriarch, eldest son Grayson is the chief viticulturist and now heads the Estate.. But, he also feels a responsibility to not just his siblings and his delightful grandmother Corky, but to the generations past, to keep what was started, continue to thrive. He feels this to his core, but prior to their father's passing, it has been him, his twin sister Tessa and brother Cole. With a clear stipulation in their father's will, though, he has made it clear that ALL of the Stonemore Siblings need to return home for one year.
Reid Stonemore has business in the big smoke, something that he has worked hard at, and when he gives his assistant an offer to come and live on the Estate, Harper accepts. Harper has her own trauma, but she is far from a wallflower, when it comes to business behind her teal scarf. So, Grayson is an absolute growly grump (and I love him, he may even give Tanner from Whispers a run for his whiskey) but he is blown away by Harper. Like Harper, though, Grayson has not let anyone get close to him in a very long time, his life his work, and Harper is the same, workaholics, match made in heaven.
I cannot express to you how much I am now torn between Whispers and Sunset Valley. And Oh My, I did send Samantha a voice note saying how much I absolutely fell in love with Grayson from the very beginning. How he and Harper are with and for each other as they navigate shared anxiety and a life that up until their meeting was work work work. It was an absolute pleasure to be introduced to the Stonemore Siblings and I cannot wait to read their stories. This has romance on another level, suspense that is both heart stopping and on the edge of the seat, and I could have easily kept reading more. If you love Catherine Cowles and how she writes romantic suspense, you will love this.
Reid Stonemore has business in the big smoke, something that he has worked hard at, and when he gives his assistant an offer to come and live on the Estate, Harper accepts. Harper has her own trauma, but she is far from a wallflower, when it comes to business behind her teal scarf. So, Grayson is an absolute growly grump (and I love him, he may even give Tanner from Whispers a run for his whiskey) but he is blown away by Harper. Like Harper, though, Grayson has not let anyone get close to him in a very long time, his life his work, and Harper is the same, workaholics, match made in heaven.
I cannot express to you how much I am now torn between Whispers and Sunset Valley. And Oh My, I did send Samantha a voice note saying how much I absolutely fell in love with Grayson from the very beginning. How he and Harper are with and for each other as they navigate shared anxiety and a life that up until their meeting was work work work. It was an absolute pleasure to be introduced to the Stonemore Siblings and I cannot wait to read their stories. This has romance on another level, suspense that is both heart stopping and on the edge of the seat, and I could have easily kept reading more. If you love Catherine Cowles and how she writes romantic suspense, you will love this.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC review
5⭐|3🌶️|11%🌶️frequency
I've just finished all of Samantha's other books to be "prepared" for this one 😊
NO, YOU DON'T NEED TO READ THEM ALL BEFORE. It's an absolute "me thing". You won't get spoiled about previous books. So, if you don't want to read the other books first, that's OK, but I loved them too 😉
So, that's enough about Samantha's previous books; this here is the review for Grayson and Harper's story 😁
I loved Grayson's first "impressions" 🤣 Yeah, he really is grumpy. But he CAN be different if he wants to. Then he's an absolute cinnamon roll, similar to the pastries he buys for Harper 😉
He's also super protective. About his family, his estate, and of course about Harper. Of course Samantha can't without using romantic suspense, so yes, there is suspense in this book as well. And it was 🤯 Not going to say more about this 🤐
This book has one of my favorites in it. A meddling granny 🤩 I have to say, I loved this while Stonemore family. But Corky... She's just unique 🤣 Combined with the others who love to bet on "a few things" 🙈
I loved that Harper found a real family. Because hers... 🤬 I don't have words that wouldn't catch attention from the wrong people 👮♀️ So I'd better not say what I'm thinking. But I hope karma is looking at them!
I'm already super excited about all the coming books. With 6 siblings, there are at least 5 more books coming 🤞
Thanks to the author for providing me with an ARC 🩷
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5⭐|3🌶️|11%🌶️frequency
I've just finished all of Samantha's other books to be "prepared" for this one 😊
NO, YOU DON'T NEED TO READ THEM ALL BEFORE. It's an absolute "me thing". You won't get spoiled about previous books. So, if you don't want to read the other books first, that's OK, but I loved them too 😉
So, that's enough about Samantha's previous books; this here is the review for Grayson and Harper's story 😁
I loved Grayson's first "impressions" 🤣 Yeah, he really is grumpy. But he CAN be different if he wants to. Then he's an absolute cinnamon roll, similar to the pastries he buys for Harper 😉
He's also super protective. About his family, his estate, and of course about Harper. Of course Samantha can't without using romantic suspense, so yes, there is suspense in this book as well. And it was 🤯 Not going to say more about this 🤐
This book has one of my favorites in it. A meddling granny 🤩 I have to say, I loved this while Stonemore family. But Corky... She's just unique 🤣 Combined with the others who love to bet on "a few things" 🙈
I loved that Harper found a real family. Because hers... 🤬 I don't have words that wouldn't catch attention from the wrong people 👮♀️ So I'd better not say what I'm thinking. But I hope karma is looking at them!
I'm already super excited about all the coming books. With 6 siblings, there are at least 5 more books coming 🤞
Thanks to the author for providing me with an ARC 🩷
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Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the first book in the Sunset Valley series. This series will focus on a group of six siblings who are reunited after the death of their father. Three siblings live in the valley and take care of the winery the other three have spread out to Europe, Paris and New York. However, with the death of their father a clause has been revived where all six siblings must stay and work in the winery for a full year. Grayson the oldest son is currently in charge of not just the winery but in many aspects his siblings. He’s the leader and guiding force. But Grayson is alone since his wife left and divorced him and he’s just stayed on the valley and worked. Along comes his brother Reid with his trusty, dedicated workaholic assistant Harper. Harper is staying in Grayson’s old cottage now that he moved to the main cottage. Harper and Grayson find a kindred soul in each other. Harper is also lonely and the majority of her life has been spent working with some spare time for her older sister. Harper also appreciates how Grayson’s family is so supportive and loving toward each other. This story just tugs at your heart. When two grown individuals who both have been alone for numerous reasons find the one that completes them, well that’s why songs and book are written. This was a wonderful story I cannot wait to learn about the remaining five siblings and watch them find love. This is a story that has some suspense and some great spice. I loved Grayson who was a man who was complex, loving, thoughtful a great role model for his nephew as well as a terrific big brother.
Review of advance copy
I could not put this book down!
Grayson is the head of the Stonemore family and now have even more responsibly now that his father passed away. This also includes all his siblings coming home and his father invoking the family clause where they all have to work the land for one year. This has Grayson's brother coming home to do double duty and bringing his assistant, Harper, with him. Harper isn't used to large families like this and it takes her some time to warm up to them. The connection between Grayson and Harper is instantaneous but both have trust issues and it takes time for them to warm up to the idea of a relationship. But it seems like someone is targeting Harper and Grayson and his family don't like this.
Grayson and Harper get their happy ending in this standalone book in a series.
This book was fantastic! I loved how we got to watch both characters come out of their shells and relax more not only around each other, but also at home and with the Stonemore family. I can't wait to see how this property grows and expands as each of the children leave their mark on the land and who decides to stay and who leaves after the year is up. I do have to wonder if Harper's sister will end up moving to California as well, or if they will only see each other when Harper ends up back in New York and her sister's there. I also can't wait to watch the rest of the siblings find their happy endings and I hope Corky makes it to the very end as she's a hoot!
I received an advance review copy from Love Notes PR, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Grayson is the head of the Stonemore family and now have even more responsibly now that his father passed away. This also includes all his siblings coming home and his father invoking the family clause where they all have to work the land for one year. This has Grayson's brother coming home to do double duty and bringing his assistant, Harper, with him. Harper isn't used to large families like this and it takes her some time to warm up to them. The connection between Grayson and Harper is instantaneous but both have trust issues and it takes time for them to warm up to the idea of a relationship. But it seems like someone is targeting Harper and Grayson and his family don't like this.
Grayson and Harper get their happy ending in this standalone book in a series.
This book was fantastic! I loved how we got to watch both characters come out of their shells and relax more not only around each other, but also at home and with the Stonemore family. I can't wait to see how this property grows and expands as each of the children leave their mark on the land and who decides to stay and who leaves after the year is up. I do have to wonder if Harper's sister will end up moving to California as well, or if they will only see each other when Harper ends up back in New York and her sister's there. I also can't wait to watch the rest of the siblings find their happy endings and I hope Corky makes it to the very end as she's a hoot!
I received an advance review copy from Love Notes PR, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 2, 2026
*Received a ARC from the authorr*
I knew by chapter 5 that this book was really going to annoy because it's the 1st book in a new series. Why? Because it was already pulling me in, I could see all the main characters unfurling, and watching glimpses of each of their
personalities. I was annoyed because I was going to have to wait for their books to come out! lol I've come across a lot of
new books that is the 1st book of a series, and they sound good, I won't read it until at least the next book comes out, or if it's
a trilogy, not until all three are out. If I come along a book that is further in the series, or an ARC I'm signing up for, I won't read it until I've read all the ones before it. When it's a good series, I don't want to have to wait for the next book, I want to keep going! If I hadn't signed up for this ARC, I probably would of waited until at least the next book was out. Don't get me wrong, I LOVED being chosen for this ARC, and I VERY much enjoyed this book! From me, it's a huge compliment if I say "I wish I would of waited until the next book" it means the 1st one was so good, it's disappointing that I can't keep going. ^.^
Overall, the story ran smoothly, the world building was great She laid the groundwork well for the next book. Grayson is a hopeless closet romantic! Harper is a great character. The ones with tragic backgrounds usually are. Great twist at the end!
I knew by chapter 5 that this book was really going to annoy because it's the 1st book in a new series. Why? Because it was already pulling me in, I could see all the main characters unfurling, and watching glimpses of each of their
personalities. I was annoyed because I was going to have to wait for their books to come out! lol I've come across a lot of
new books that is the 1st book of a series, and they sound good, I won't read it until at least the next book comes out, or if it's
a trilogy, not until all three are out. If I come along a book that is further in the series, or an ARC I'm signing up for, I won't read it until I've read all the ones before it. When it's a good series, I don't want to have to wait for the next book, I want to keep going! If I hadn't signed up for this ARC, I probably would of waited until at least the next book was out. Don't get me wrong, I LOVED being chosen for this ARC, and I VERY much enjoyed this book! From me, it's a huge compliment if I say "I wish I would of waited until the next book" it means the 1st one was so good, it's disappointing that I can't keep going. ^.^
Overall, the story ran smoothly, the world building was great She laid the groundwork well for the next book. Grayson is a hopeless closet romantic! Harper is a great character. The ones with tragic backgrounds usually are. Great twist at the end!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the first installment in the new series of author Samantha Skye about the Stonemore family. All Stonemore siblings are returning to their hometown after their father's passing. This book tells the story of Grayson who is now the family patriarch and has been running the family wine imperium with his twin sister for a long time. He is dedicated to his family and their company, works hard and hardly ever leaves the estate. Since his divorce he has remained single and didn't look for a partner, but now there's Harper, his brother's assistant...
I am a huge fan of author Samantha Skye and I love all her books. I was looking forward to this new series and I loved everything about this book. Both main characters have wounds from their past but they are deeply caring about others and their attraction was palpable from the start. Grayson is a bit of a grump with a golden heart and Harper is a woman who overcame so much and deserves every good thing that comes her way. The story is fast-paced, entertaining and beautifully written and the setting on the family estate made me want to visit a vineyard asap. Also Corky is such an entertaining supporting character and I can't wait to see more of her in the next books to which I am already looking forward very much!
Thank you, Samantha Skye, for giving me the opportunity to read an ARC of this book! I am writing this review voluntarily.
I am a huge fan of author Samantha Skye and I love all her books. I was looking forward to this new series and I loved everything about this book. Both main characters have wounds from their past but they are deeply caring about others and their attraction was palpable from the start. Grayson is a bit of a grump with a golden heart and Harper is a woman who overcame so much and deserves every good thing that comes her way. The story is fast-paced, entertaining and beautifully written and the setting on the family estate made me want to visit a vineyard asap. Also Corky is such an entertaining supporting character and I can't wait to see more of her in the next books to which I am already looking forward very much!
Thank you, Samantha Skye, for giving me the opportunity to read an ARC of this book! I am writing this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow! Loved this story!
What an amazing start to a series
This is book 1 of The Sunset Valley Series and introduces us to Chief winemaker and now patriarch of the Stonemore family, Grayson.
After just losing their father all of the children are back in Sunset Valley and at their luxury wine estate for the funeral.
With all of them being called home for a year, as per their father’s wishes, Grayson couldn’t be happier to have them all back on their property.
Then enters gorgeous city girl, Harper with his brother Reid.
As his assistant and integral to his business in New York, they have arranged for her to stay on the property as well.
Grayson is struck by how beautiful she is and when she regularly gives him sass he is hooked and looks forward to every interaction.
But Harper has had a tough upbringing and hides herself away until Grayson slowly coaxes her out of her shell and into his family dynamics.
A gorgeous slow burn story of finding your person, acceptance of yourself and others and believing that there is a place for you somewhere, when you never thought there would be.
I adored how Grayson was with Harper and how his family also took her in as their own.
Not only was this a beautiful steamy romance but there was also an underlying mystery to be uncovered, elements of danger and trouble brewing.
I loved the storyline plus all of the characters and I’m excited for more stories in this series.
Thank you Samantha Skye for the opportunity to read your wonderful story.
What an amazing start to a series
This is book 1 of The Sunset Valley Series and introduces us to Chief winemaker and now patriarch of the Stonemore family, Grayson.
After just losing their father all of the children are back in Sunset Valley and at their luxury wine estate for the funeral.
With all of them being called home for a year, as per their father’s wishes, Grayson couldn’t be happier to have them all back on their property.
Then enters gorgeous city girl, Harper with his brother Reid.
As his assistant and integral to his business in New York, they have arranged for her to stay on the property as well.
Grayson is struck by how beautiful she is and when she regularly gives him sass he is hooked and looks forward to every interaction.
But Harper has had a tough upbringing and hides herself away until Grayson slowly coaxes her out of her shell and into his family dynamics.
A gorgeous slow burn story of finding your person, acceptance of yourself and others and believing that there is a place for you somewhere, when you never thought there would be.
I adored how Grayson was with Harper and how his family also took her in as their own.
Not only was this a beautiful steamy romance but there was also an underlying mystery to be uncovered, elements of danger and trouble brewing.
I loved the storyline plus all of the characters and I’m excited for more stories in this series.
Thank you Samantha Skye for the opportunity to read your wonderful story.
Review of advance copy received from Author
It is a new series and so far I am loving it!
We have Grayson, who manages the Stonemore Estate that he inherits along with his siblings. The catch is that in order to keep the inheritance, they all need to live at the Estate for a full year.. To see them all back home, spending time together after being apart for so long, it was very cute and filled with funny moments. Then we have the Harper, who is Reid's (Grayson's brother) personal assistant. She will work for the full year in California alongside Reid but working remotely for the office in NY. I loved Harper, she has physical & emotional scars from a traumatic event that happened when she was a teen. And how Grayson just manages to help her shine. Also the townspeople, I'm a sucker for small towns and their unity as a community. In here, they made no exception and took in Harper and helped her flourish. Grayson has never felt the need to leave the Estate, he loves working and being there for his family but never has had a reason to leave his safe space. Harper, she'll only be in California for a year.. seeing their doubts, their struggle, their trauma it was very touching how they dealt with everything. Also, there is a suspense going on as a backstory that managed to fully surprise me! I can't wait to read about the rest of the siblings!
We have Grayson, who manages the Stonemore Estate that he inherits along with his siblings. The catch is that in order to keep the inheritance, they all need to live at the Estate for a full year.. To see them all back home, spending time together after being apart for so long, it was very cute and filled with funny moments. Then we have the Harper, who is Reid's (Grayson's brother) personal assistant. She will work for the full year in California alongside Reid but working remotely for the office in NY. I loved Harper, she has physical & emotional scars from a traumatic event that happened when she was a teen. And how Grayson just manages to help her shine. Also the townspeople, I'm a sucker for small towns and their unity as a community. In here, they made no exception and took in Harper and helped her flourish. Grayson has never felt the need to leave the Estate, he loves working and being there for his family but never has had a reason to leave his safe space. Harper, she'll only be in California for a year.. seeing their doubts, their struggle, their trauma it was very touching how they dealt with everything. Also, there is a suspense going on as a backstory that managed to fully surprise me! I can't wait to read about the rest of the siblings!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was my first book by Samantha Skye, and definitely not last! The series follows the Stonemore family and their luxury vineyard estate. After their father passes away, they discover a clause in his will requiring all six siblings to live and work on the estate for a full year.
Grayson (MMC), the eldest of the six, takes over the family business but has closed off his heart. Harper (FMC), who experienced a traumatic, life-altering event, has spent years keeping to herself She works as Reid’s assistant (one of the siblings), practically running his life and business. With the clause in place, Reid returns to the estate, and Harper decides to move there too, giving herself a chance to slow down and figure out what she wants from life.
Grayson and Harper were perfect for each other. I loved their connection, vulnerable moments, and how naturally their relationship developed despite their 10-year age gap. Their family is grieving, but that doesn’t stop the sibling shenanigans, their love for their nephew or their chaotic grandma from keeping everyone in line.
This story has everything I love about small-town romance and found family, with a touch of suspense. I’m already ready for the rest of the series, up next Reid’s story — 4.5 stars!
Thank you to Samantha Skye, Love Notes PR and team for the ARC, all thoughts are my own.
Grayson (MMC), the eldest of the six, takes over the family business but has closed off his heart. Harper (FMC), who experienced a traumatic, life-altering event, has spent years keeping to herself She works as Reid’s assistant (one of the siblings), practically running his life and business. With the clause in place, Reid returns to the estate, and Harper decides to move there too, giving herself a chance to slow down and figure out what she wants from life.
Grayson and Harper were perfect for each other. I loved their connection, vulnerable moments, and how naturally their relationship developed despite their 10-year age gap. Their family is grieving, but that doesn’t stop the sibling shenanigans, their love for their nephew or their chaotic grandma from keeping everyone in line.
This story has everything I love about small-town romance and found family, with a touch of suspense. I’m already ready for the rest of the series, up next Reid’s story — 4.5 stars!
Thank you to Samantha Skye, Love Notes PR and team for the ARC, all thoughts are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This amazing book had me captivated, enthralled, addicted and definitely obsessed in reading it nonstop. Grayson Stonemore is every women’s dream man. He’s not only a billionaire, wine maker and estate owner but a man who’s heart and soul are worth more than his billions ; as a matter of fact, they’re priceless. Being the oldest of the six Stonemore siblings whom three moved away and three stayed he’s had to uphold endless responsibilities placed upon him and maintain the family legacy. Alone and a workaholic, with no social life, he’s a grump most of the time. But everything changes following their father’s death and will stipulation . The whole family is brought back together in Sunset Valley where they’ll be forced to live together on the estate for one year and learn to work together as a family. Grayson is not ready for his brother Reid’s assistant Harper Knox whom he brings with him to live . She’s fiesty , alluring and challenges him in ways he’s totally blown away and she starts with stealing his coffee. You can imagine what else she steals and it has nothing to do with his assets. A beautiful heartfelt and overly emotional reading you won’t be able to stay away from.
Review of advance copy received from Author
What a sensational start to a new series! Grayson and Harper had me hooked, and I’m already excited to see where this series goes next.
Grayson, the tough, grumpy head of the family, the serious one who carries so much on his shoulders, finding himself completely gone over this woman? Oh, it is EVERYTHING! Watching a man like him fall, let his guard down, and get caught up in feelings he probably never saw coming is just so good to read. Give me a grumpy man who doesn’t stand a chance when it comes to the right woman, and I’m all in! ❤️
Harper brings her own spark to the story, and the chemistry between these two makes their journey such a pleasure to read. I loved watching their dynamic unfold and seeing Grayson navigate feelings that are clearly outside his usual comfort zone.
And now we have a NEW series full of siblings? Bring it on, girl, I’m there! 🙌 Give me all the family dynamics, sibling banter, strong personalities, and the promise of more romances to come. I am already invested and ready to meet the rest of this family!
Samantha Skye has kicked things off beautifully with a story that leaves you wanting MORE. If this is the standard for the rest of the series, we are in for an absolute treat!
Bring on the next book! ❤️📚
Grayson, the tough, grumpy head of the family, the serious one who carries so much on his shoulders, finding himself completely gone over this woman? Oh, it is EVERYTHING! Watching a man like him fall, let his guard down, and get caught up in feelings he probably never saw coming is just so good to read. Give me a grumpy man who doesn’t stand a chance when it comes to the right woman, and I’m all in! ❤️
Harper brings her own spark to the story, and the chemistry between these two makes their journey such a pleasure to read. I loved watching their dynamic unfold and seeing Grayson navigate feelings that are clearly outside his usual comfort zone.
And now we have a NEW series full of siblings? Bring it on, girl, I’m there! 🙌 Give me all the family dynamics, sibling banter, strong personalities, and the promise of more romances to come. I am already invested and ready to meet the rest of this family!
Samantha Skye has kicked things off beautifully with a story that leaves you wanting MORE. If this is the standard for the rest of the series, we are in for an absolute treat!
Bring on the next book! ❤️📚
Review of advance copy received from Author
💕 Book Review: Vineyard Romance 🍷
I absolutely loved this book! Grayson is everything you could want in a hero — a hardworking, kind, strong, and grumpy billionaire winemaker with a possessive side when it comes to Harper. Beneath his tough exterior is a man with a big heart who wants nothing more than to protect and care for the woman he loves.
Harper is a beautiful, hardworking, witty, and intelligent woman who has endured so much after suffering burns in a fire. I loved her strength and resilience, and the way she slowly allows herself to be loved and cherished.
Their romance was so touching, sweet, and full of heart. The way Grayson protects Harper, looks after her, and makes her feel safe was incredibly romantic. Their story reminded me that love can be healing, that everyone deserves to feel cherished, and that sometimes the grumpiest men have the softest hearts. ❤️
I also fell in love with the Stonemore family and can’t wait to read more of their stories! This was such a beautiful, heartwarming romance, and I’m already looking forward to the next book.
A definite recommendation for romance lovers who enjoy grumpy billionaire heroes, protective men, and a love story that melts your heart! 🥰📚
I absolutely loved this book! Grayson is everything you could want in a hero — a hardworking, kind, strong, and grumpy billionaire winemaker with a possessive side when it comes to Harper. Beneath his tough exterior is a man with a big heart who wants nothing more than to protect and care for the woman he loves.
Harper is a beautiful, hardworking, witty, and intelligent woman who has endured so much after suffering burns in a fire. I loved her strength and resilience, and the way she slowly allows herself to be loved and cherished.
Their romance was so touching, sweet, and full of heart. The way Grayson protects Harper, looks after her, and makes her feel safe was incredibly romantic. Their story reminded me that love can be healing, that everyone deserves to feel cherished, and that sometimes the grumpiest men have the softest hearts. ❤️
I also fell in love with the Stonemore family and can’t wait to read more of their stories! This was such a beautiful, heartwarming romance, and I’m already looking forward to the next book.
A definite recommendation for romance lovers who enjoy grumpy billionaire heroes, protective men, and a love story that melts your heart! 🥰📚
Review of advance copy received from Author
vintage vine just fulfilled my small town romance craving. this was such a cute and quick read! you could literally read this in one sitting.
it’s 𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒑𝒆𝒓 and her professional yet stylish work clothes against the world. clothing normally doesn’t really stand out to me in books but i really loved the way the author described harper’s outfits. idk there’s just something about a professional fit with a pinch of flair. other than that, harper was giving your standard run-of-the-mill the kind fmc who’s “trying her best to stay strong”. no complaints about her.
𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒚𝒔𝒐𝒏 though… it’s always the grump who’s actually a hidden softie. tbf this type of mmc is so common in small town romances but am i complaining? nope. we love a man who’s such a softie for his girl. grayson, aka the acts of service king. he literally uses his private jet like a uber delivery service—he flew in pastries for harper to have for breakfast. like hello??
i can also see the found family in this being so good in the next few books in the series. vintage vine gave a good introduction of the siblings, i’m so interested in reid’s pov now!!
4 ☆ if you’re into quick small town romance reads!
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a huge thank you to the author and love notes pr for the arc in exchange for my honest review!
it’s 𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒑𝒆𝒓 and her professional yet stylish work clothes against the world. clothing normally doesn’t really stand out to me in books but i really loved the way the author described harper’s outfits. idk there’s just something about a professional fit with a pinch of flair. other than that, harper was giving your standard run-of-the-mill the kind fmc who’s “trying her best to stay strong”. no complaints about her.
𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒚𝒔𝒐𝒏 though… it’s always the grump who’s actually a hidden softie. tbf this type of mmc is so common in small town romances but am i complaining? nope. we love a man who’s such a softie for his girl. grayson, aka the acts of service king. he literally uses his private jet like a uber delivery service—he flew in pastries for harper to have for breakfast. like hello??
i can also see the found family in this being so good in the next few books in the series. vintage vine gave a good introduction of the siblings, i’m so interested in reid’s pov now!!
4 ☆ if you’re into quick small town romance reads!
𓈒 ⋆ ۪˖ɞ🪽
a huge thank you to the author and love notes pr for the arc in exchange for my honest review!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Samantha smashes it again . We are in a new series this time wine making atea of sunset valley with the stoneware family. We start with grayson oldest brother and head of tbe wine making business after losing their father. Grayson is Grumpy but with a very soft side especially for his nephew Tucker who hes the father figure for and his rose garden family and vineyards is everything to him
Harper is his younger brother Reid's assistant who has to move to sunset valley to support Reid with his financial business. She has plenty of demons to contend with from her past and a potential stalker.
There is instant attraction between Grayson and Harper . Its a slow burn as they get to know each other, love shes as snarky as he is with her quips back to him.
As with all of Samantha's books there's a mystery and twists along the way with plenty of spice and romance . Grayson shows his romantic side picking roses often even sending them to new york for her. My favourite quote is him saying "picking roses at dawn reminds him of the colour in her cheeks....." his grandma Corky is going to be a standout character from this series I'm sure. Love the references to Whispers too
Harper is his younger brother Reid's assistant who has to move to sunset valley to support Reid with his financial business. She has plenty of demons to contend with from her past and a potential stalker.
There is instant attraction between Grayson and Harper . Its a slow burn as they get to know each other, love shes as snarky as he is with her quips back to him.
As with all of Samantha's books there's a mystery and twists along the way with plenty of spice and romance . Grayson shows his romantic side picking roses often even sending them to new york for her. My favourite quote is him saying "picking roses at dawn reminds him of the colour in her cheeks....." his grandma Corky is going to be a standout character from this series I'm sure. Love the references to Whispers too
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Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC Review of Vintage Vine by Samantha Skye
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First book of the series and it tastes so good! Drama, humour, danger, chemistry, secrets and family.
Grayson has offically taken the reigns of the family business upon the death of his father, an event that has all of his siblings coming home from their corners of the world and given a final request from the dearly departed.
This is how Harper ends up crossing his path. This very request lands her job right in the middle of nowhere, staying in a cottage and questionable office space, sucked into Stonemore family drama that has been bubbling under the surface for years. It's not all warm and fuzziness when these two meet. It begins with theft.
When outsiders threaten the family and Harper's own issues with her past that affect her present, it is the Stonemore family that keeps it all together and protects its own.
Already love the characters. We get a taste of what is to come, some hints of family issues that have so much more to unfold, plenty of awesome side characters that I cannot wait to see further along in the series, and grandmother that is bound to make things all the more interesting.
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First book of the series and it tastes so good! Drama, humour, danger, chemistry, secrets and family.
Grayson has offically taken the reigns of the family business upon the death of his father, an event that has all of his siblings coming home from their corners of the world and given a final request from the dearly departed.
This is how Harper ends up crossing his path. This very request lands her job right in the middle of nowhere, staying in a cottage and questionable office space, sucked into Stonemore family drama that has been bubbling under the surface for years. It's not all warm and fuzziness when these two meet. It begins with theft.
When outsiders threaten the family and Harper's own issues with her past that affect her present, it is the Stonemore family that keeps it all together and protects its own.
Already love the characters. We get a taste of what is to come, some hints of family issues that have so much more to unfold, plenty of awesome side characters that I cannot wait to see further along in the series, and grandmother that is bound to make things all the more interesting.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Before moving on to my actual review, I have to say that I LOVE interconnected series! I was obsessed with the series set in Whispers, and now here we go again, this time with Sunset Valley!
The slow burn between Gray and Harper is intense! Every time I read a scene where I could feel the intensity pouring from Samantha’s words, I got goosebumps. Oh my!
When Gray discovered Harper’s secret, his reaction made me fall in love with him just a little more. The care, compassion, tenderness, and love he showed her were absolutely beautiful.
Without giving anything away, I also loved the working relationship between Harper and Reid. It was professional, but Reid made her feel like she mattered, and I think that played a part in Harper opening up.
I have siblings, and they are an important part of my life. Reading about how the relationships between the siblings grew, along with seeing how Gray responded to them, warmed my heart.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this first book in the Sunset Valley series! Samantha has done it again with a storyline that is caring, funny, and full of love. I can’t wait to see what comes next!
The slow burn between Gray and Harper is intense! Every time I read a scene where I could feel the intensity pouring from Samantha’s words, I got goosebumps. Oh my!
When Gray discovered Harper’s secret, his reaction made me fall in love with him just a little more. The care, compassion, tenderness, and love he showed her were absolutely beautiful.
Without giving anything away, I also loved the working relationship between Harper and Reid. It was professional, but Reid made her feel like she mattered, and I think that played a part in Harper opening up.
I have siblings, and they are an important part of my life. Reading about how the relationships between the siblings grew, along with seeing how Gray responded to them, warmed my heart.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this first book in the Sunset Valley series! Samantha has done it again with a storyline that is caring, funny, and full of love. I can’t wait to see what comes next!
Review of advance copy received from Author
“… I’m like a strong, deep red wine. Full-bodied, hard-won, and finally whole. Just like our favorite Vintage Vine.”
I always love the start to new series, the set up and the introductions to all the current and future characters is so fun. The scenery set up for Vintage Vine really painted the picture of a beautiful estate full of life. I could really picture it and I cannot wait to spend the next few books there !
Grayson has been locked into his life on the estate and being the chief winemaker for years. It’s all he is focused on. So when Harper shows up stealing his coffee and interrupting his peace he isn’t pleased. But their bickering turns into flirting pretty quickly.
I enjoyed how quickly Grayson fell for Harper, he may have denied his feelings at first but his actions told a very different story. They were perfect for each other! The mystery in the background was also so unexpected, I never expected who was the villain!
🔥: “I’m going to be real honest with you right now, because I think you need to hear it. I’ve been hungry for you for days.”
I always love the start to new series, the set up and the introductions to all the current and future characters is so fun. The scenery set up for Vintage Vine really painted the picture of a beautiful estate full of life. I could really picture it and I cannot wait to spend the next few books there !
Grayson has been locked into his life on the estate and being the chief winemaker for years. It’s all he is focused on. So when Harper shows up stealing his coffee and interrupting his peace he isn’t pleased. But their bickering turns into flirting pretty quickly.
I enjoyed how quickly Grayson fell for Harper, he may have denied his feelings at first but his actions told a very different story. They were perfect for each other! The mystery in the background was also so unexpected, I never expected who was the villain!
🔥: “I’m going to be real honest with you right now, because I think you need to hear it. I’ve been hungry for you for days.”
Review of advance copy received from Author
****ARC READER REVIEW****
Me: "I'll just read a few chapters."
Also me several hours later: "So when can I have the rest of the siblings' books?"
Vintage Vine pulled me in immediately. Between the winery setting, the chaotic Stonemore family, and the emotional depth hidden beneath all the romance, I was completely invested.
Grayson spends so much of this story trying to keep everything and everyone together that I just wanted to shake him and tell him to take a nap. Harper, thankfully, shows up and starts peeling back all those layers.
Their relationship felt incredibly natural. The way they connected through their experiences with grief gave their romance so much heart, and I loved seeing Grayson find someone who truly understood him.
And can we talk about the Stonemores? Every family scene was entertaining, chaotic, and somehow made me even more excited for future books.
A comforting romance with great chemistry, lovable characters, and just enough emotion to make you feel everything.
Me: "I'll just read a few chapters."
Also me several hours later: "So when can I have the rest of the siblings' books?"
Vintage Vine pulled me in immediately. Between the winery setting, the chaotic Stonemore family, and the emotional depth hidden beneath all the romance, I was completely invested.
Grayson spends so much of this story trying to keep everything and everyone together that I just wanted to shake him and tell him to take a nap. Harper, thankfully, shows up and starts peeling back all those layers.
Their relationship felt incredibly natural. The way they connected through their experiences with grief gave their romance so much heart, and I loved seeing Grayson find someone who truly understood him.
And can we talk about the Stonemores? Every family scene was entertaining, chaotic, and somehow made me even more excited for future books.
A comforting romance with great chemistry, lovable characters, and just enough emotion to make you feel everything.
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