In her memoir, Lucia recounts poignant memories of life on a vineyard. She takes her first steps, experiences her first kiss, and learns primary lessons between the vines. Swept away by a passion to transform luscious grapes into superb wines, Lucia embarks on a romantic adventure laced with both tender and harsh realities. Cultivating grapes demands work, devotion, sacrifices, and expertise. Knowledge, timing, and luck are necessary to make fine wines. Enlisting Old World philosophies and wisdom Lucia attempts to tackle personal and professional challenges.
E.B. Sullivan is a clinical psychologist who loves to write fictional tales. She lives in California with her husband, dogs, cats, and horses. Elizabeth describes her life as a continuous and exciting adventure.
Never having read a memoir before, I wasn't sure what to expect or if I'd enjoy it. As I read through this, the tale of the Life of Lucia, from her childhood growing up in a vineyard in an Italian family and her deep love for where she came from I felt it heartwarming. I got sucked into her personal troubles, tragedies, the happy moments and the mundane. Sullivan weaves a lovely tale in the backdrop of the wine country, surrounded by love and loss and lessons learned.
This book is actually a memoir of a woman's life. Lucia recalls growing up and going through the hardships and struggles along with the love and happiness that comes with each of our lives. The book is touching, heart warming and heart wrenching at times. The author does a great job with the feel of this book and allowing readers to step into the enchanting story.