Genres: Contemporary, Fiction, Historical
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"The Winemaker's Wife" is a captivating tale of love, sacrifice, and resilience set against the backdrop of World War II and modern-day New York. Spanning decades and continents, this novel weaves together the lives of three remarkable women whose fates are intertwined by fate and the vineyards of Maison Chauveau.
In 1940s Champagne, France, Inès and Céline find themselves facing unimaginable challenges as the Nazi occupation threatens their lives and the future of Maison Chauveau. Inès, newly married to Michel, the owner of the renowned champagne house, must navigate treacherous waters as her husband becomes entangled in the Resistance, risking everything to fight against the oppressors. Meanwhile, Céline, the French-Jewish wife of Chauveau's cellar master, grapples with the constant fear of being discovered and sent to an uncertain fate. Their intertwining stories are fraught with danger, betrayal, and heartbreak, as they make choices that will reverberate through the generations.
Fast forward to 2019, where Liv Kent, recently divorced and adrift, embarks on a journey of self-discovery to France with her spirited grandmother. As secrets from the past come to light, Liv finds herself drawn into the captivating history of Maison Chauveau, uncovering long-buried truths that will reshape her understanding of herself and her family.
Harmel's skillful storytelling transports readers seamlessly between the past and present, weaving a tapestry of emotions that resonate long after the final page is turned. Through vivid prose and richly drawn characters, "The Winemaker's Wife" explores themes of love, loss, forgiveness, and the enduring power of hope. It is a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity and a reminder of the bonds that unite us across time and distance.
With its gripping plot, evocative setting, and unforgettable characters, "The Winemaker's Wife" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and family sagas. It is a poignant and deeply satisfying journey that will leave readers spellbound until the very end.
About Kristin Harmel
Kristin Harmel is the New York Times bestselling, USA Today bestselling, and #1 international bestselling author of The Paris Daughter, The Forest of Vanishing Stars, The Book of Lost Names, and a dozen other novels that have been translated into more than 30 languages and are sold all over the world.
A former reporter for PEOPLE magazine, Kristin has been writing professionally since the age of 16, when she began her career as a sportswriter, covering Major League Baseball and NHL hockey for a local magazine in Tampa Bay, Florida in the late 1990s. In addition to a long magazine writing career, Kristin was also a frequent contributor to the national television morning show The Daily Buzz.
Kristin was born just outside Boston, Massachusetts and spent her childhood there, as well as in Columbus, Ohio, and St. Petersburg, Florida. After graduating with a degree in journalism (with a minor in Spanish) from the University of Florida, she spent time living in Paris and Los Angeles and now lives in Orlando, with her husband and son. She is also the co-founder and co-host of the popular weekly web show and podcast Friends & Fiction.