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Monarch #1

Entwined

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It’s difficult for Siena Moretti to believe in love. Broken, she leaves her beloved San Francisco for a reprieve at her family’s winery where things will be simple, easy, and quiet. There’s just one problem: the peaceful solitude she craves is interrupted when Michael Blaire comes to town.

Michael Blaire arrives in Monarch focused on one thing: Build the hotel, get the winery, make his father happy. He doesn’t have time for any complications. Definitely no time for lusting after a woman. That is, until he meets Siena. Trying to fight his desire for the hazel eyed vixen next door, Michael’s job becomes more difficult than originally anticipated.

This hard-headed, uncompromising duo clash from day one, both unwilling to give up what they want or what they believe in. Michael has a job to do and Siena has a heart to repair and a life to get back on track. Stubborn and resistant to change, they find their lives entwined...in more ways than one.

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Published February 25, 2021

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Profile Image for Danielle Melo .
316 reviews6 followers
February 6, 2021
What an absolutely amazing read. I am absolutely smitten with this book, I fell in love with every single character except one. (Don't worry you'll hate him too!) Wonderfully written, great character building. Leigh brought the words to life with this amazing read.

Siena heads back to Monarch from San Fransisco because of an adulterous ex-boyfriend. Her love of San Fransisco is going on the back burner for now. She needs to re-group and lick her wounds. Monarch is a beautiful place with amazing friends and loving grandparents to support her during this trying time.

Michael comes to town to build an ostentatious hotel per his Father's wishes. Just like everyone else in Monarch he falls for the winery and the people who run it, including the gorgeous part-owner, Siena. Michael has a wonderful working relationship with Siena's grandparents but when it comes to Siena, she's a tough egg to crack, she's witty, gorgeous, keeps him on his toes, and makes him feels tWhat an absolutely amazing read. I am absolutely smitten with this book, I fell in love with every single character except one. Wonderfully written, great character building. Leigh brought the words to life with this amazing read.

Siena heads back to Monarch from San Fransisco because of an adulterous ex-boyfriend. Her love of San Fransisco is going on the back burner for now. She needs to re-group and lick her wounds. Monarch is a beautiful place with amazing friends and loving grandparents to support her during this trying time.

Michael comes to town to build an ostentatious hotel per his Father's wishes. Just like everyone else in Monarch he falls for the winery and the people who run it, including the gorgeous part-owner, Siena. Michael has a wonderful working relationship with Siena's grandparents but when it comes to Siena, she's a tough egg to crack, she's witty, gorgeous, keeps him on his toes, and makes him feel things that no other has been able to.


Profile Image for happilyever.hailey Hailey Pojar.
453 reviews10 followers
February 13, 2021
I adored this book! The storyline was great, the family dynamic was fun..I loved her grams! The flirty banter between Michael and Siena was so funny! The mountain lion scene....I laughed so hard! And that first kiss was HOT. Over all I loved the plot, it was written very well, a little slow burn that leads to super steamy scenes, and the attention to detail was awesome! Entwined had a little bit of everything I love in a book!
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2,866 reviews28 followers
February 7, 2021
Senia and Michael's story is incredible! I love the anger, frustration, and making up between them. Senia jumps to so many conclusions it's amusing. I'm looking forward to more Monarch stories, and how the Blaire property develops.
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1,019 reviews25 followers
February 24, 2021

I freaking love this story so much, this is my first book by Leigh Adams and it definitely won't be my last. I devoured every single page of this book and completely felt in love with all the characters.

Siena is returning back home after finding herself without a job and a boyfriend. Her heart is broken and she finds herself in a situation she never thought she would be. She swears off all men and she just wants to focus on her career and spending time with her family and friends. She is looking for peace but little does she know that she won't have that once Michael Blaire walks into her life.

Michael is forced to travel to Monarch, California in order to obtain what his father is demanding of him. He is cocky, sexy and has the playboy reputation. When he walks into the winery his fathers wants to obtain he will met his match in a form of a very beautiful but sassy Siena, who is willing to fight him in every step of the way.

Their banter and sensual tension is magnificent , I had to re-read chapters because honestly their interactions were the best. The push and pull, their drama, their passionate moments, everything between them was just perfect.

Love Siena's grandparents and her best friends and I can't wait to read more from this series.
Profile Image for Bookish Barbi.
646 reviews41 followers
February 24, 2021
Leigh Adam’s debut novel was a great read!!!

Broken and needing to get away, Siena leaves behind her life in San Fran and goes to her family’s vineyard. Siena’s grandparents are great side characters in this book. You’ll just fall in love with them.

Michael wants Siena’s family’s property and is also her neighbor. Michael ends up with more than what he’s bargaining for.

Once they meet all you can feel is the tension between the two of them. A slow burn read for sure however with witty banter and an awesome build up that will leave you wanting more.

Can't wait to see what’s in store for us with the remainder of the Monarch Series.
Profile Image for Rachel.
512 reviews45 followers
March 4, 2021
4.5 ⭐️

After a tragic break-up with her cheating boyfriend, Siena escapes San Francisco to stay with her grandparents at her hometown of Monarch. The Moretti Winery is a family owned establishment, around for many years, and it means everything to Siena. When she catches wind of a large hotel chain looking to buy the land next door, she feels her family's business will be destroyed. Enters MIchael—son of the head honcho of said hotel chain. Their lives are about to be a messy mix of business and pleasure, and how will they navigate this undeniable attraction toward each other?

What an incredible debut full of flirty banter and sexual tension mixed with character development and fun friendships. Siena's and Michael's relationship blossomed despite their respective and conjoined conflicts, and I loved Siena's strong personality. If you are a fan of open door romances, I definitely recommend this one. Also perfect for fans of RS Grey and the Coffee Book series!
Profile Image for Wendy Hodges.
2,894 reviews41 followers
February 22, 2021
I have to say for a Debut author this book is really great. I couldn't not give it 5 stars, it's polished and has a good flow throughout, wonderful plot and is definitely a page turner. The characters are ones you take into your heart and invest in the outcome of their story, I loved the angst and the heat, which quite frankly sizzled off the pages. Both main characters have past issues in their lives that are unresolved, and affect their thinking and behaviour to a fair degree but the feelings and sparks between them start them questioning those pasts.The suspense for part of this plot had me itching to skip to the end but I held firm and didn't cheat. I will certainly be keeping a lookout for the next book, I'm in and need to know what's going to happen next. I can see this new author going far. Started 21/2/21 Finished 22/2/21
Profile Image for Reyne Clark.
406 reviews46 followers
February 28, 2021
Entwined is a fun, entertaining romp into wine country by debut author Leigh Adams. The characters are sassy and sexy, and the dialogue is smart and on point. It takes a bit to get into the book, but it picks up around the 20% mark and is hard to put down after that. If you enjoy reading Contemporary Romance, a great story line, lots of lively banter, and plenty of sexy times, you will want to give Entwined a try!
Profile Image for Renee (BookLoveWithRenee).
272 reviews16 followers
February 17, 2021
Entwined ● Monarch Series Book 1
*ARC Review*
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@leighadamsauthor

I absolutely devoured this book!

Siena was raised with her grandparents who own a winery that has been in the family for generations. Michael is a hotshot businessman whose father sends him to Monarch to build a hotel on property adjacent to the winery. Senia is not happy about it and lets him know it. Sparks fly between the two 💥

I love, love, love this story so much! The relationship with Siena and her grandparents gave me all the feels, not to mention the relationship between her grandparents themselves 😍 I laughed so much throughout the book! The banter between Siena and her friends was perfect. The slow burn of Siena and Michael's connection was torture, but made it so much hotter 🔥

I really enjoyed Leigh's writing style and damn can she write some steamy sex scenes! 🥵 There is some drama and mentions of cheating in their pasts, but overall the book is light, fun, and oh so sexy! Check it out ✔
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37 reviews10 followers
February 16, 2021
I so enjoyed the first book in the Monarch series. The cast of characters couldn’t have been more lovable, my fave is Pop’s & Grams. While Siena is back in Monarch, a beautiful serene town in California to lick her wounds and figure out what’s next , she meets Michael and let’s just say their introduction got off to a very rocky start. But you know how it is when you have two main characters that no matter how at odds they are with each other the physical and chemical reaction & attraction can’t be denied? Entwined is everything you love in a romance story. I’ll give this 5 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 as well! I’m ready for the next one!
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3,181 reviews26 followers
May 29, 2022
Amazing Introduction to a New Author and Series

Siena has recently moved back in with her grandparents after being betrayed by the man she felt was her one. They’ve just told her who has bought the land next to her family’s vineyard and while at work in the tasting room, she’s venting about them based on her Google searches. Not only is she venting, but she’s talking loudly and in much detail. The cherry on top - the man she’s calling a womanizer is not only listening to everything she’s saying, but he’s also joining in on the conversation between her and one of her best friends. Imagine her mortification when her pops enters the pictures and says his name… Poor Siena! I legit felt secondhand embarrassment for her!
But you know what?
Instant chemistry between her and Michael!

I thought this story was well written with great attention to detail. I was sucked in from the very first few pages.

Fair warning - The ending will leave you satisfied, but it will leave you still wanting more. Luckily, book 2 (Enamored) is soon to be released.

If you love supporting characters, this is a perfect story for you. Not all storytellers are good at having so many side characters who are fully ‘built’. In this story we really meet Siena’s three best friends as well as her grandparents. I’m really hoping her three best friends get their own stories told in the future. (Fingers crossed!)
Profile Image for Dana Holland.
74 reviews2 followers
February 26, 2021
My review for Entwined an amazing debut novel by @leighadamsauthor
gets: ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
Siena Morelli runs back to her grandparent's wine vineyard in Monarch California, after she finds out that her boyfriend has been cheating! Leaving where she has called home the last six years in San Francisco behind, for the time being, she heads back to the sanctuary of their loving arms. The winery where she grew up with her loving grandparents, Salvador and Sophia Morelli. The day after she gets there they tell her that someone has purchased the property next door, and the new owner was coming to talk to them. Michael Aiden Blaire...Tall, dark, and dangerously beautiful! Michael is the oldest son of Allen Blaire, a hotel tycoon. Michael is sent to try and get the Morelli's to sell the vineyard because daddy wants both properties. The chemistry is off the charts with Michael and Siena but she is still hurting from the recent break-up. Siena is a feisty Italian and she has a nasty habit of speaking her mind, before thinking it through first. Ultimately Siena caves to the lust first! Lust turns to a whole lot more, a lot faster than either expected. They are on the path now to their HEA! I can't wait to read the rest of their wonderful story! I laughed, cried, begged, and moaned right along with her! Beautiful writing Leigh! 🖤❣🖤
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724 reviews23 followers
February 14, 2021
"𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓼𝓮𝔁𝓾𝓪𝓵 𝓹𝓾𝓵𝓵 𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓱𝓻𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱 𝓶𝔂 𝓼𝔂𝓼𝓽𝓮𝓶 𝓼𝓽𝓸𝓵𝓮 𝓶𝔂 𝓫𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓽𝓱."

I absolutely adored Entwined the romance & storyline is friggin beautiful. I LOVE the pace of their journey, the winery, her best friends, her grams & pops .. literally i LOVE everything about this book & was BEAUTIFUL. This is one of my favourite romance reads I've read for a while that was light but enough drama to keep you reeling for more!

Plus Siena's best friends are pure SASS & COMEDY gold, they had me howling with laughter and that is best friend goals!!

Michael & Siena's chemistry is raw, passionate & real which will leave you with all the emotions & feelings they go through. The laughter, love, heartache & banter makes their relationship REAL.

I am a sucker for passion and hot damn there is some saucy scenes that leave you reeling for more!! I am sad that i finished the book so quickly but i will be revisiting the world of Michael & Siena!! ❤

"𝓑𝓮 𝓶𝔂 𝓹𝓪𝓻𝓽𝓷𝓮𝓻. 𝓘𝓷 𝓫𝓾𝓼𝓲𝓷𝓮𝓼𝓼. 𝓘𝓷 𝓵𝓲𝓯𝓮. 𝓘𝓷 𝓵𝓸𝓿𝓮."
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1,551 reviews39 followers
February 25, 2021
I can’t believe this is a debut novel by Leigh. It was exceptionally well written . From the plot to the pace and characters everything was perfect. After finding her boyfriend has been cheating on her , Siena Morelli heads back to her grandparent's wine vineyard where she grew up with her loving grandparents, Salvador and Sophia Morelli. Michael is it’s the property next door . Michael has an ulterior motive his father is a hotel tycoon and he send his oldest son Michael to try and buy both properties. I liked both Siena and Michael’s characters. The chemistry is off the charts between Michael and Siena . The story was captivating and engaging and once I started reading it I couldn’t put it down. I literally binge read it. A beautifully written heartfelt story. Can’t wait to read more books by Ms Adam’s . A must read
Profile Image for Wendy Livingstone.
20k reviews257 followers
February 24, 2021
Siena goes back home to Monarch for the tranquillity of home to regroup and get her head back on straight after finding out her ex was cheating on her. Michael is in Monarch to build a hotel, purchase the winery, and keep his father happy. Michael has a great relationship with Siena’s grandparents, but she is proving to be more difficult to win over, and she certainly challenges him every step of the way. I loved how Siena’s grandparents loved and supported her. This is a beautifully written story which is entertaining, humorous, and with family, and friendships, which all lead to a steamy and all-consuming read. This talented author has done a brilliant job in weaving this tale, and I look forward to reading more from her, and I highly recommend her work for all readers.
Profile Image for Sarah.
84 reviews3 followers
February 22, 2021
This was such a great read! The story line was so well written, we had a great family dynamic. I loved Grams and Pops. A very strong willed heroine Siena who’s defiantly not afraid to speak her mind and an equally head strong hero Michael who’s used to getting exactly what he wants.
This is a slightly slow burn romance filled with so much flirtatious banter between Siena and Michael, which is just so funny. Even though this is a slow burn enemies to lovers romance once they have their first kiss (which was HOT by the way) it leads onto some very steamy scenes for the rest of the book.

Overall very well written, Leigh’s attention to detail in the scenes was awesome. I wished we had a little epilogue to see what’s coming next and to touch base with Siena and Michael. However in not doing that the author has left me wanting to read on with any future books in the Monarch series.

Highly recommend for enemies to lovers fans!
Profile Image for Kylee.
2,991 reviews60 followers
February 25, 2021
Entwined is a story that captivates you instantly. A story that was filled with witty banter, passion, angst, drama and plenty of sexy moments that brought the sparks to the pages. Michael and Siena had chemistry and the push and pull between these two kept you on the edge of your seat. Tempers will flare, secrets will be kept and you will be torn between the fine line of love and hate. A storyline that has you unable to put the book down and a slew of characters that you will not want to walk away from. As a debut novel for this author it is very hard to fault, with a story that grips hard and characters that steal your heart.
Profile Image for Sandra Loves Reading.
741 reviews10 followers
February 20, 2021
Congratulations on an outstanding debut novel, Ms Adams!
This book is so well written and SO readable that it's hard to put it down once you start it.
Siena returns home to the family run vineyard to recover from her heartbreak and to spend time with the grandparents who brought her up.
Little did she know that her desired-for peace would be shattered by the arrival of the gorgeous Michael, who has been sent to do the dirty on her and her family.
Siena has wonderful grandparents and brilliant friends. They are so normal and encouraging and such teases that I laughed at their antics many times.
But Siena and Michael??? They kind of bring out the worst in one another...in a totally hot way...and the witty banter between them is hilarious at times. But oh my, the flirting between them??? HOT! And funny.
I look forward to the next book in the series with great expectations!
Must read.
Profile Image for Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog).
7,751 reviews169 followers
February 23, 2021
This was so much more than I anticipated. It's the first book I've read by this author but now it won't be the last. Siena and Michael have amazing chemistry but I love that she doesn't just fall at his feet. She is feisty and their back and forth banter had me smiling like a fool. Some of the scenes are hilarious and add a levity to the story that was perfect. Overall, I fell in love with everything about this.
Profile Image for Becky Ballenger.
664 reviews19 followers
February 25, 2021
What a PHENOMENAL book!!! Leigh Adams knocked it out of the park with her first book!!! I can’t wait to read more and more from her!!! Michael and Siena’s storyline was amazing!!! It was funny, loving, sexy, and wonderful from beginning to end!!!! I am in love with them!!!! Five stars for Leigh!!!
Profile Image for Tina Taylor.
149 reviews3 followers
February 14, 2021
Wow, I loved this book, great storyline, the characters Sienna and Michael were realistic, and the rest of the characters in the book were all great people, especially Sienna's friends. Cannot think of a negative thing to say about this book. Brilliant read.
Profile Image for MaryLee Huerta.
186 reviews3 followers
February 23, 2021
That was one hell of a debut novel. I absolutely loved Michael and Sienna’s story. The angst, the drama, the strength, and family values that sucked me in from the beginning! I didn’t want the book to end and I give high props to Leigh Adams for writing such an incredible book. The Monarch Series is a 5 star read!!
Profile Image for Tilya Eloff.
Author 15 books53 followers
February 25, 2021
Such a sweet and sexy story of finding love when you least expect it. I loved every moment of this story.
Profile Image for Tish.
1,532 reviews5 followers
February 18, 2021
Leigh Adams is a new author to me so when I was given the chance to read her debut story, I jumped at the opportunity! I went into this one completely blind as to what it was going to be about, I like to be surprised. And I was definitely surprised! I had a love/hate relationship with Michael right up until the end when we seemed to redeem himself in my eyes. However I loved Siena from the very beginning. She has been through so much so best thing to do is go back home to clear her head. What she didn't plan on was Michael Blaire. They had an intense push and pull relationship from the moment they met. This story was exciting, emotional and hot!!
Profile Image for Gemma Crouch.
406 reviews4 followers
February 8, 2021
Entwined is book 1 in the Monarch Series and focuses on Siena and Michael. Siena Morreti vows to protect her families winery and vineyard from a big hotel chain.

The chemistry between these two is instant but comes with lots of hurdles from their past.

Siena is a feisty woman with Italian blood and Michael is no push over either. When they combine they combust and not always in the hot and steamy way!

This was nice story and kept me interested enough to want to read the next book in the series. Some parts were predicable but did not take away from the story.
Profile Image for Tiffany Copple.
1,491 reviews66 followers
February 25, 2021
5 stars for Entwined by Leigh Adams. This is a Monarch series romance. I was given an ARC of this book in exchange of an honest review. All opinions stated are my own. Siena is back home after finding out her fiancé has been cheating on her and got the other women pregnant. Michael has been sent to Monarch to build a new hotel next to Siena’s families’ winery. These two have the whole enemies to lovers thing going on, and a whole lot of chemistry. These two have their ups and downs but they are drawn together. I will say I was kept interested the whole way through. I was waiting to see what would happen when Michael’s truth came out. I will say I am glad that Leigh contacted me about reading this book. I absolutely loved it and I can not wait to read more about these characters.
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559 reviews13 followers
February 25, 2021
Michael - Aka Mr F* me Hard
Siena - sassy, fiesty,

Enemies to Lovers ✔️
Romance ✔️
Steamy ✔️
Twists ✔️

Sienna moves in with her Grandparents after breaking up with her partner and regrouping her life but doesn’t count on the next door property being damaged in a fire and being brought by a large company for a development.

Michael, the son of a wealthy businessman who works for the company and is sent to the Moretti’s next door property to try and negotiate a sale. This was to be a fairly straightforward business dealing until Michael meets the Moretti’s granddaughter- Sienna, who is staying with them for a while.
You could feel the instant chemistry they shared and I loved the chase, the constant push-pull they both had until they both came crashing together when they couldn’t deny their feelings any longer.
This book had me fully engaged from the start, I loved their back and forth banter and smart remarks I loved their humour which had me laughing out loud in parts. Sienna was sassy and definitely spoke her mind, her personality was THE BOMB! She is amazing, Feisty, passionate and loves with all of her heart.
Amazing start to a new series which I will definitely be reading!!
544 reviews
February 16, 2021
I loved Michael and Siena's story! Leigh Adams is a new author to me, but you can bet I will be reading more of her stories in the future. This story is everything I love in a romance.
Profile Image for Michelle The Outgoing Bookworm .
1,324 reviews19 followers
February 27, 2021
Entwined is cute and funny enemies to lovers romance.

A bit predictable but I enjoyed it. The banter between Siena and Michael was catchy and the slow burn to sexy scenes was worth the wait for me as a reader.

Siena is a feisty FMC who talks with her hands and in Italian when she’s angry. Most notably at Michael who’s there to possibly buy her family’s winery for development.

The secondary characters such as her grandparents had me in stitches. I love when seniors can still have active lives - sexual as well.


* I received this book as an ARC for an honest review.
Profile Image for Cathy Andrews.
222 reviews1 follower
March 3, 2021
New author Leigh Adams comes out strong with her first book. Entwined is a delightful slow burn, full of strong characters, angst and steamy, sexy scenes. Although I would have liked a little more closure, I see that this is book one of a series, so hopefully these characters will have recurring roles so I can get more of them.
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