The Young Marquise: A story of love and wine by J. David Abbett
If you had three wishes from the Invisible Loon, what would you choose? Wealth and power or love and wine?
When John Henry meets Marie, the French cousine of his brother’s wife, at Loon Lake, his lonely life is forever changed by a single, enchanting smile. But Marie is no ordinary woman. She owns the prestigious Montfer Vineyard in Burgundy and a hotel in Paris, and she holds hereditary titles.
As their love blossoms, they embark on a honeymoon in Paris, where they attend ceremonies honoring Marie's extraordinary grandmother – the Young Marquise – a legendary leader of the Partisans in World War II.
In the sweeping beauty of the French countryside, a new rhythm takes root as Marie assumes the role of the young marquise. As she and John Henry connect with family and community, they breathe new life into the vineyard and rediscover the joy of making wine.
Together, they heal the wounds of family tragedy, delve into the secrets of the past, and embrace newcomers to their town with open hearts. But time in this idyllic setting reveals a tapestry of secrets woven through the ages. Recovered Nazi gold and stolen paintings, a lost island where slaves once found freedom, and the plight of Syrian refugees in the present, all intertwine with promises kept and love found.
When John Henry looks back on his journey, he realizes that he made the wisest choice of all - to follow his heart and savor the sweetness of love and wine.
Step into the world created by J. David Abbett in The Young Marquise. Experience the allure of the French countryside as this captivating tale invites you to uncork the joy of love and family, and the power of a single blissful smile.
