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Eight Hundred Grapes
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Book Brief
288
Novel • Fiction
Sonoma, California • Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Eight Hundred Grapes, by Laura Dave, follows Georgia Ford, whose life unravels as she discovers her fiancé, Ben, has a secret daughter. Seeking solace at her family’s vineyard in Sonoma, she faces additional turmoil with her parents' separation, her twin brothers' discord, and the vineyard's impending sale. As she navigates family secrets and shifting relationships, Georgia ultimately finds renewed passion for winemaking. Discussion of miscarriage.
Emotional
Bittersweet
Romantic
Melancholic
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
79,436 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Laura Dave's Eight Hundred Grapes offers readers a heartfelt story set in wine country, capturing the intricate dynamics of family and relationships. Reviewers praised its engaging narrative and vivid setting. However, some found the plot predictable and character development lacking depth. Overall, it's an enjoyable read for fans of contemporary fiction.
Who Should Read Eight Hundred Grapes?
Readers who appreciate family sagas, romance, and themes of self-discovery will enjoy Eight Hundred Grapes by Laura Dave. Fans of books like The Wedding Bees by Sarah-Kate Lynch and Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson will find the blend of humor, heart, and wine-country setting appealing.
79,436 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
288
Novel • Fiction
Sonoma, California • Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
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