The Vineyard at Painted Moon by Susan Mallery: Review

I got the chance to read and review a sweet women’s fiction with a splash of romance this past week. It was a lovely change of pace and a terrific story overall.

Due to release in a few weeks, the story explores changes in mid life, the resilience we have, and how to move on with grace. Read on for my thoughts.

The Vineyard at Painted Moon by Susan Mallery
Publisher : HQN; Original edition (February 9, 2021)
ISBN-13 : 978-1335912794

ABOUT:
Mackenzie Dienes seems to have it all—a beautiful home, close friends and a successful career as an elite winemaker with the family winery. There’s just one problem—it’s not her family, it’s her husband’s. In fact, everything in her life is tied to him—his mother is the closest thing to a mom that she’s ever had, their home is on the family compound, his sister is her best friend. So when she and her husband admit their marriage is over, her pain goes beyond heartbreak. She’s on the brink of losing everything. Her job, her home, her friends and, worst of all, her family.

Staying is an option. She can continue to work at the winery, be friends with her mother-in-law, hug her nieces and nephews—but as an employee, nothing more. Or she can surrender every piece of her heart in order to build a legacy of her own. If she can dare to let go of the life she thought she wanted, she might discover something even more beautiful waiting for her beneath a painted moon.

The Vineyard at Painted Moon by Susan Mallery Review

This story sure was a treat. A wonderful change of pace, just nice to sit down and relax type of book.

We all know things change quickly in life and the author has crafted a story that reflects on how unexpected changes can actually turn out wonderful as long as you look forward and not behind.

With a setting in Napa on a glorious vineyard estate, it’s not hard to get caught up in the essence of the vineyard, the smell of the wine and grapes, and the level of passion it takes to be a creative in this environment. Mallery brings it all to us with her wonderfully descriptive imagery. Take me away!

The author shows us how finding your passion and trusting in yourself to keep moving forward can bring satisfying change and happiness. Yes, it’s easy to get caught up in sadness and despair but everyone has their niche to explore and succeed.

With wonderful characters, including a few you will love to hate, this story is a wonderful family saga that leaves you with some tears flowing and smiles growing. You get a full range of emotion in this classic story.

Definitely one to put on your to read list. Thoroughly engaging and an author to follow! Well Done!

Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.