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The Vintner's Luck

Elizabeth Knox
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The Vintner's Luck

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Elizabeth Knox

The Vintner's Luck

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

284

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Burgundy, France • 19th century

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Vintner's Luck by Elizabeth Knox, a vintner named Sobran Jode forms an enduring bond with an angel named Xas over the decades. Set in 19th-century France, their annual meetings explore themes of love, faith, and existential inquiry against a backdrop of winemaking and personal challenges.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Romantic

Emotional

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

3,847 ratings

69%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Vintner's Luck by Elizabeth Knox receives praise for its lyrical prose and imaginative plot, blending historical fiction with fantasy elements. The characters, especially the angel Xas, are often highlighted for their depth. Some critics note a slow narrative pace, which may deter less patient readers. Overall, it's a rich, poignant tale that intrigues with its originality.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Vintner's Luck?

Readers who enjoy The Vintner's Luck by Elizabeth Knox are likely drawn to lyrical, genre-blending tales, rich in historical and fantastical elements. Fans of Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell and Neil Gaiman’s Stardust will appreciate its intricate storytelling and exploration of complex themes such as love and faith.

4.0

3,847 ratings

69%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

284

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Burgundy, France • 19th century

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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