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I was truly moved by the historical portion of Ann Mah’s novel THE LOST VINTAGE and how it tied in with the present-day story of a young woman who goes to her family’s home in Burgundy to study for her Master of Wine exam where she learns much more than just the history of their vineyard.

During the 1940s, war is in full force, a young French woman living with her father and two young stepbrothers, is under the thumb of her truly wicked stepmother, and once the Nazis come to town the family is at odds. There is nobody to oversee their vineyard, food is scarce, and illness takes over many.

There is so much physical and emotional pain in this story, heartache that affects generations, yet at the same time, by unearthing and teaching history, comes the hope of regaining family ties and in the preservation of friendship, and a sense of pride in where you come from.


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The Lost Vintage A Novel Ann Mah Books Reviews

This book is an important historical novel, bringing light to a part of French history I didn't know about -- and it's a page-turning love story that I could not put down. I loved the characters and the feeling that I was with them in French wine country. I loved joining them to unravel the mystery of what happened at the vineyard in WWII. And I loved the way the contemporary and historical narratives intertwined. When I finished the book at 4 a.m., I wanted to turn back to the first page and start again.
Ann Mah is an extraordinary writer, and The Lost Vintage is a delicious concoction of mystery, deftly handled family drama, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of wine-making. A vineyard in Burgundy, secrets hidden since World War II, and two perfectly-balanced narratives (one contemporary, one set during the war), make this an unforgettable read. Mah never, ever disappoints - I've loved all of her books, but this might just be my favorite. She's one of the few writers who can effortlessly switch between fiction and non-fiction.
Summary two time period historical romance centered on the French resistance and burgundy wine 🍷 7.5/10

The good two likable heroines from two periods of time. Both storylines are quick paced, interesting, and well written. This story has mystery, romance, adventure, lots of 🍷, and written well; hard not to love it.

The bad the ending felt like it was very abrupt to me and a bit cliche. It also annoyed me how many times the present day heroine “chewed on her inner lip.” That phrase was used excessively and got annoying by the end.
Just finished! I would give this book 6 stars if I could. Brilliantly realized characters and a fabulously executed story that starts slowly but builds to an inferno. I love it when a book can take you places you've never been and make you an insider along with the characters. A terrific mystery and masterful interweaving of compelling story lines that keeps you guessing the whole way. Fantastic work! Highly recommended. My only criticism is that it ended. (Although I loved the conclusion, I just didn't want the book to be over).
Another wonderful book by Ann Mah. From the first page I was hooked and couldn't wait to see how the story would unfold. I wanted to know what happened within this family with the dual timeline. I learned about the wine industry as well as WWII events that I had forgotten or maybe didn't want to know. The book shares history as well as love and commitment.
The Lost Vintage is a novel that surprised me. There have been countless World War II novels published in the last few years, but this is the first I've read that focused on Occupied France. The story is told through a dual storyline. The main one takes place in present day California and the Burgundy region of France as Kate Elliott returns to her ancestral home, a vineyard that has been in the family for generations, in order to study for the Master of Wine exam. While there, she discovers a secret cellar, filled with vintage wines. She also discovers the story of her unknown great aunt, Helene, whose journals tell the other story of Occupied France during World War II.

Ann Mah's writing completely captivated me. The many twists and turns in this tale are expertly weaved into a story about family, choices, and sacrifice. I highly recommend this book.
Highly recommend this book; while it would be a great beach read, calling it that might seem like insult to such a thoughtful and well-written book. This is the first book I have finished in four years since having my first child. I could not put it down, and read it in about 2 days. Skipped my grocery shopping in fact to keep reading. The story is interesting and complex without being confusing (not even to this scrambled egg mom-brain); the characters are well developed; the portrait of the landscape of Burgundy and lifestyle of french winemakers is really transporting. I found the details of occupied France fascinating and it made me want to learn more about France during this time, about which I know embarrassingly little.
I was truly moved by the historical portion of Ann Mah’s novel THE LOST VINTAGE and how it tied in with the present-day story of a young woman who goes to her family’s home in Burgundy to study for her Master of Wine exam where she learns much more than just the history of their vineyard.

During the 1940s, war is in full force, a young French woman living with her father and two young stepbrothers, is under the thumb of her truly wicked stepmother, and once the Nazis come to town the family is at odds. There is nobody to oversee their vineyard, food is scarce, and illness takes over many.

There is so much physical and emotional pain in this story, heartache that affects generations, yet at the same time, by unearthing and teaching history, comes the hope of regaining family ties and in the preservation of friendship, and a sense of pride in where you come from.