The Lost Vintage
The Lost Vintage
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Burgundy, France • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah, a sommelier-in-training returns to her family's French vineyard to prepare for the Master of Wine exam. While uncovering hidden World War II artifacts, she discovers family secrets that challenge her identity and heritage, intertwining wine, history, and self-discovery.
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
25,722 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah is praised for its vivid depiction of Burgundy and its ability to intertwine historical and contemporary narratives. Readers appreciate the rich exploration of French wine-making. However, some find the plot predictable and the character development lacking depth. Overall, the novel appeals to fans of historical fiction and wine enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Lost Vintage?
Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and The Paris Wife by Paula McLain will relish The Lost Vintage. This reader enjoys historical fiction, family secrets, and oenology, set against the backdrops of WWII France and Burgundy's vineyards, blending romance and history with a captivating vintage mystery.
25,722 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Burgundy, France • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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