The Family Vineyard (Book 2 Cali Reunion)

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Last update: 02-03-2025


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Reeling from a messy divorce at 64-years-old, Madeleine's life is plunged into further chaos when her mother dies and she discovers that she was actually adopted.

Feeling betrayed and heartbroken, Madeleine sets out to track down her true family. But when she finally finds them in an affluent Northern California beach town, she is shocked to discover they own a very successful vineyard.

Thrown by this discovery, Madeleine cannot bring herself to reveal her identity yet. She decides to stay in town for a while she works up the courage to tell them who she really is. It’s a beautiful place and she finds herself happily settling into life there, accepting a job at the local Bridal Store as a dressmaker. Its just what she needs to help her clear her head and figure out what to do next.

But when she is tasked with designing and creating the wedding dress for Natalie, her real sister’s daughter and therefore her niece, Madeleine feels like a rabbit caught in the headlights.

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

Afraid of severing the connections she is forging with her family, Madeline continues her cover. But when another, even darker family secret comes crashing down on them all, Madeleine must decide just what her role is in this complicated family legacy.

And then there’s Jack — the handsome and mysterious man whose deep connection to the Fitzgeralds only makes her growing feelings for him even more complicated.

How long can she keep pretending? With Christmas approaching and the wedding drawing near, Madeleine must choose between protecting her heart or risking everything for the truth—and the family she’s always dreamed of having.

Get caught up in a dramatic family saga this summer and join Madeleine as she navigates her personal challenges to the backdrop of sun, sea, and crisp California wine.

This is Book 2 of 6 in the Cali Reunion series. Scroll up and grab your copy today!

Top reviews from the United States

  • Megann Zeigler
    5.0 out of 5 stars Every family is a little crazy
    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024
    Maddie is getting sucked into the family dynamics and as much as she wants to learn what is really going on she is not sure just where her place will be in this family.
    She has been tagged to make her nieces wedding dress even though Natalie doesn't know it is her aunt.
    Its humorous because she is being treated just like one of the sisters and family even though they do not really know she is part of their family. The are currently waiting for the Matriarch to return to the fold and all she is hearing is that this woman is really hard to deal with. How will she find out about her family.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
  • Mary
    5.0 out of 5 stars More mysteries!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024
    Maddy is working for a dressmaker and has gotten away from her old life. She is also trying to discover information about her mother. She feels bad that she is not being honest with her boss and her new friends about why she came to this beautiful Northern California town. She is getting closer to Natalie and readjusting her wedding gown. I received a free book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
  • Becky Quigley-Ward
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Story of Discoveries
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
    I really enjoyed this wonderful story of discoveries. The writing was captivating. The characters were believable and well-defined. The plot had twists and turns dealing with family secrets, drama, emotions, and revelations. Once you start reading this story you won't put it down until you finish it. I'm looking forward to the next book to see what happens next.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
  • Roberta R.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Getting to know family.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2024
    Maddy slowly gets to know some of her family without them knowing who she is. She is still reeling from her divorce while still trying to organize the fundraiser back home. She is dealing with all kinds of emotions while trying to fit in her new temporary home. I highly recommend this book to all women's fiction book readers.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
  • TysAunt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Secrets
    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2024
    The Family Vineyard (Book 2) is book #2 in the Cali Reunion series by Sage Parker.

    Madeleine is getting settled into her new job and is helping with a wedding dress from an affluent bride. While doing this she comes upon information that may help her with her birth family. She has to deal with a crisis back home while also keeping her real reason for being in Lucia a secret.

    I received a free copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
  • kwein
    5.0 out of 5 stars Looking for birth mother
    Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2024
    The Family Vineyard book 2 gets a bit closer to find out Maddy’s birth mother. As Maddy tries to come up with a way to find out, more questions add to the quandary. I look forward to the next book to see what plan unfolds.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
  • Dijohall
    5.0 out of 5 stars Family ties.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024
    Another superb book in the Family Vineyard series as Maddie continues to face unexpected challenges following her divorce. To add to her challenges, she is struggling to come to grips with the discovery that she was adopted. I love the emotional pull of the book and the newly introduced characters as they increasingly play into the story. I highly recommend this book and series.

    I read this book as part of an advanced reader team and am voluntarily writing this review.
  • Roslyn Simonin Jenkins
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Job
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
    Maddy agrees to work a bit part-time with Emily as a seamstress.
    And, she meets the Fitzgerald family, who need a Wedding Dress by Christmas Eve.
    Then, there's the Charity ball that Maddy is still working on, back at home.
    And, now both are in BIG TROUBLE!!!
    Can Maddy work this out?

    And where's Jack fit in???

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