What happens when a corporate spy clashes with a woman he can’t help but fall for? In Mary Billiter’s witty novel of deception and heat, a red-hot suit and a beautiful academic are linked by a vineyard and the mystery surrounding its origins.Chloe Dorsey places her belongings in storage, puts Southern California in her rearview mirror, and heads to her sister’s home in Northern California for a … Northern California for a fresh start. As one of the newly hired wine educators at the Napa Valley Point Resort and Winery, Chloe’s knowledge of wine is as limited as her income.
Anthony “Tony” Mahoney has one objective—to locate the Mother Vine, the source of the rare and award-winning wine that can only be found at the Napa Valley Point Resort and Winery. His talent for stealing secrets is tested when he makes an unlikely alliance with the one woman who could destroy all his plans.
Can Chloe stop the wine thief, or will she have her heart crushed in the process?
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Wine thief is another in the Resort Romance series by Mary Billiter .This time it is set in a Winery Experience resort in California’s Napa Valley. Sounds like Heaven!!
Wine Thief tells the story of Chloe Dorsey, who recently relocated to Napa Valley to change career in an effort to escape past heartache. She meets the handsome Tony Mahoney on a “wine train” and they hit it off but he is keeping a secret that could change everything for her. Should she work with him and risk her career? Can she resist the attraction she feels to him?
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were well written, dialogue was witty and as always with these novels the scenery described was jaw dropping. I for one would definitely like a seat on that wine train! I enjoyed the intrigue that went alongside the romance and I thought the story developed at a good pace. I liked the minor characters, they were easy to relate to and ordinary. I really liked Chloe and was willing her to get the ending she deserved. No spoilers !
Wine Thief is part of the Resort Romance series by Mary Billiter, which is a collection of standalone stories set in hotels and resorts across America. Although there are characters and settings that find their way into multiple stories, they can all be read independently and each has a unique character to it.
As the title suggests, one thing that stands out about Wine Thief is the focus on wine and vineyards. The story opens with a four hour trip on the wine train – the perfect place for our heroine Chloe to thoroughly embarrass herself in front of an attractive young man. As with all of the Resort Romances there is incredible attention to detail that both educates the reader and really draws you into the story. I learnt a lot about the whole process of manufacturing and selling wine! And I felt like I could almost taste it at times with the level of description (and even felt a little bit tipsy at times out of sympathy with Chloe!).
As well as being a story about wine, Wine Thief is about overcoming grief as Chloe seeks a fresh start following the death of her husband. This is sensitively and respectfully written – not without humour but also definitely taken seriously.
I really enjoyed this book – a five-star read for me! The level of detail had me totally engrossed and the characters are great fun. I would definitely recommend to wine lovers, as well as anyone who has read and enjoyed other books in the series!
Wine Thief (Resort Romance Book #5)
By Mary Billiter
4 Stars
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter is the fifth installment in the Resort Romance series. This story is a contemporary romance with a bit of mystery. Although part of a series, this book can be read as a standalone.This is the story Chloe, who moves to the Napa Valley for a fresh start. She gets hired to work as Wine Educator at the Napa Valley Wine Resort. Chloe doesn’t know much about wine but expects to learn as much as she can from her sister that has plenty of knowledge. While on the wine train in Napa with her sister and brother in law, she meets Tony, which is with his friends celebrating his best friend’s future nuptials. Tony is more than she think he is, he is in search of secrets to the wine made at the Napa Valley Wine resort. Will Tony be able to get the secrets he needs or will Chloe breaks his plans and her heart at the same time?
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter is the fifth book in her Resort Romances series. All of the stories are standalone and I know it for sure as I read the fourth book before starting on the Wine Thief and yes, they are totally in their own rights! As I had read the fourth book I knew that I was in for a treat!
Wine Thief is the story of Chloe Dorsey who has put her old life (and hopefully also her heartache) into storage and headed for a fresh start in Northern California’s wine country where her sister lives, and of Anthony Mahoney who has been hired to solve a mystery aka the source of a rare and award-winning wine. Their paths collide and the writer takes us on a journey of discovery! I simply love the way the writer spins her stories, they are smooth, relatable and to the point! You are there with the characters, every step on the way! You feel with Chloe when she struggles with her feelings towards Tony, when she needs to decide if she can truly trust him. You yell at Tony in your head demanding him to live up to the possibility of a lifetime … So, grab a bottle of wine and settle down with a book that leaves you feeling good and dreaming of a vacation in the Napa Valley … and if you do not drink wine then make a cup of tea and it will still do the trick!
I’ve read several of Mary’s books and this one is just as fun as the rest of them!
I personally know just about as much as Chloe does about wine. I know what I like to drink, on a good day I can pronounce it. Unfortunately this book was a little heavy on the wine… it took me awhile to get into it. The descriptions were wonderful but I wanted to dive into the story like the rest of her novels and this one took a bit longer. Not what I was expecting but not awful either.
While trying to secretly learn more about wine Chloe and her sister go on a tour and bump into another guest, Tony. He says he’s there for a bachelor trip but he’s really there for a more sinister reason. Will Chloe join in or turn him in?
It was a cute mystery but not my favorite by Mary.
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter a four-star read that will have you reaching for your glass. This is the fifth book in the Resort romance series but they can all be read as stand-alone reads. I don’t know how to figure this review out as the book started so strong, but it seemed to drift a little and then came back to the strength I have seen in the other books of the series. This is witty and romantic and fun in a great way, it’s a very good read to while an evening away with along with a nice glass of wine.
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter is a five star novel. This is the fifth book in the Resort Romances series. Although this book is part of a series, it is a standalone. I love how the author was able to write this series with some commonalities in order to make it a series, but yet use different characters in each book to allow for a new and different story each time. Chloe decides she needs a change. Southern California has not been kind to her. She goes up to Northern California to be with her sister. She gets a job in Napa Valley as a wine guide. Even though her knowledge is scarce, she is willing and ready to learn. When she meets Tony, she has an instant connection with him. But when she realizes he has many secrets, she has to decide for herself if she can handle it or not.
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter is the fifth book in the Resort Romance series. I have read every one so far and I won’t be stopping here! You do not need to read the other books in the series as they are all standalone and each one brings something new and exciting. Again the author captures you with the writing style straight away and pulls you into the next adventure. The characters are always so well described and relatable.
If you have ever wanted to go on a wine tasting tour and haven’t, you’ll be booking yourself straight up after this book! Chloe has been hired to be a wine educator; she has uprooted her life and moved from the south of California to the north to her sisters. However her knowledge on the wine is limited. She is on a wine tour with her sister when she meets Tony who is on a bachelor’s party. There is a lot more to Tony than Chloe realises, Tony needs information and is determined to succeed in his plan.
Another great read by this brilliant author!
Wine Thief
Resort Romance Book 5
Mary Billiter
4 stars
Mary has written yet again another amazing stand alone novel. Although this is book 5 in the romance resort collection each novel has a different plot and very enjoyable in their own right. As you read more and more from Mary you see the progression of her writing style, in her characters in the plot lines. I would say that Wine Thief has been the best one so far.
Chloe, has left everything between to move closer to her sister and start a fresh with a new job. Tony is on the hunt for the secret behind the resort wine, but there’s something between Chloe and Tony, what will blossom?
Chloe and Tony have each got their own secrets and misgivings from their past but can faith and trust push past that and have a HEA.
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter is the fifth story in her Resort Romance series and this series just keeps getting better and better. Following the story of Chloe Dorsey who is leaving behind the life she has in Southern California to move closer to her sister in Northern California. Along with the move and the fresh start, Chloe starts a job at the Napa Valley Point Resort, as a wine tour guide. While she doesn’t have allot of expertise on this subject she is willing to learn and her sister is ready to help her. Taking a wine tour with her sister to get a feel for the job, and acquire some new knowledge, Chloe meets Tony Mahoney. Tony is at the resort for a Bachelor Party, or so he says. There is something about Tony that draws Chloe in, but Tony is playing his cards close to his chest. But when Tony’s secrets come out can he trust that Chloe will not turn away from him or will Chloe turn him in for his misdeeds and walk away? The secrets and lies between these two will be hard to overcome but with work, faith and a little trust they can make a chance meeting worth a lifetime of something more. Billiter is a good staple for me when it comes to reading. I have read several of her stories in the past and have really enjoyed all of her characters and stories that she has brought to her readers. While this book is the fifth in a series, each book can be read as a standalone without giving away other plot lines which makes this an even better read. The only downside to this book is that the beginning can be a bit cumbersome with information about the different wines and building of the mystery aspect of the story. It was a very enjoyable read as the romance aspect made for a nice refreshing twist. If you are looking for a good author who will pull you into her stories with little work than this is one that you need to keep on your watch list!
Wine Thief is book five in the Resort Romance series by Mary Billiter. To say this series just gets better is a massive understatement. The stories just get better. The characters more beguiling and the mysteriousness addictive. While the stories revolve around resorts, each one is unique and just as tempting as all others before it.
Chloe is a hugely charismatic and humorous character. Her shenanigans made me laugh most of the way though the book, and the chemistry between her and Tony just sizzled off the pages. I loved getting yo know them and was a little sad when I reached the end of the story.
Mary Billiter has wowed me yet again with her charming characters and mesmirising tales. I cannot wait to see what is next. 5 stars
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter
4 stars
Chloe has taken a job as a wine educator in Napa Valley. Moving to be closer to her sister, she leaves her southern California life behind.
Chloe soon meets Tony. Hes a corporate spy who steals company secrets and he has his sights set in The Mother Vine.
I enjoyed this story, after a good chunk of the wine knowledge was gone through. While it was great to get information, I felt it wad too much for this story. Mystery and wine, what more can you ask for!?
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter
Chloe recently uprooted her life in Southern California to move North to her sisters for a fresh start. Taking a job as a new wine educator at the Napa Valley Point Resort and Winery her knowledge of wine is as limited as her income. Tony who she meets there has one objective and that Is to locate the mother vine, the rare source of the amazing wine created at Napa Valley Winery. His ability to undergo secret missions as such is tested after he meets Chloe. Can she stop this wine thief, or will she fall head over heels and have her heart crushed?
This book has become one of my favorites by this author. Her characters are developed well in that they are witty, intelligent, and funny. I absolutely loved Chloe’s character in this novel as she continued to battle the huge loss she experienced in her past. She finally decided to let go and allow love to enter her heart again but also discovered another side of herself. Tony was also a great character in that he really changed his outlook on things.
This book really pulled me in once I started reading it and I could not put it down. It was a quick and easy read but is something for those who are 18 or older. There are several scenes involving sex that are not appropriate for younger readers. I only came across a few errors that did not detract from the story and they were also few and far between. I can’t wait to read more of the author’s books and I hope they are all just as good as this book. I give it 5-stars and recommend it!
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter
Four Stars
Wine Thief has it all, Wine, Mystery and a little romance. This is the fifth or sixth book I have read by Mary Billiter, but this just might be my favorite from this author. I love wine, and this book was full of information that made this story flow. I love the way Mary’s books are all true to life and full of details.
Chloe has decided to start her life anew, so she packs up and moves to Northern California to Wine Country. Where she gets a job as a wine educator of which she knows very little about. Chloe meets Tony when she is on a wine tour aboard a train. Little does she know that he has ulterior intentions.
This book has some great twists and turns. It held my attention from beginning to end and was such a smooth read. I highly recommend this book, author and other books in this series.
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter is the 5th book in the Resort Romances series and it, for me, the best, and most favourite book in this series so far!
To start, even though this book is part of a series you can read the book as a stand-alone. Moving on wards. This book as I said, as of right now, is my favourite in the series. All are good in their own right, but this one, this one takes the cake. Tony and Chole, they had this magical connection right from the start. It felt so real and grounded. Like I was standing on the side lines watching these two in real time. I loved Tony’s reaction when Chole first said hi to him, because, I can’t tell you why because it with ruin the magical and the stage.
The flow, tone and pacing were perfect. The writing was smooth, engaging and on point. There was this spark to it that captured me and all my attention. Once I started reading, I could not, for the life of me, put this book down. I was drawn so deep into this story, I felt like I was there, walking along side them, ghostly cheering them on. This book, it broke the bar.
Take my super high recommendation that you will not only love this book, but be left stunned and speechless, that the written word could be formatted in such away that it not only steals your heart, but your mine and soul.
Happy Reading.
-E.A. Walsh
Wine Thief was a good 4 star read.
This story started off a little slow but I was eventually pulled in. I feel like we could have had a little less detail on the wine, although I really learned a lot about it.
Chloe is on a wine tour with her sister when she meets Tony. Chloe is trying to learn a little bit more about wine so she is taking notes on the tour. She has recently accepted a job at a local hotel and she needs to educate herself
Tony is on the tour with his friends for a bachelor party and when he sees Chloe he is pulled in by her. Her car is what gets his attention first and him and his buddies make some bets. I loved how her sister stepped in and had a few words for them. What he doesn’t realize is that Chloe works at the hotel that he will be trying to infiltrate wine secrets from.
Will Tony let his heart get in the way or will he go through with his plans?
This is the 4th book in the Resort Romance series and can be read as a stand alone. Mary Billiter does a great job with her writing and giving you detail. Be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster. I really liked Tony and Chloe, they had a great connection. The secondary characters added a great element to the story. If your looking for a fun great series to read, I suggest the Resort Romance series. You will really enjoy them.
a great read about opposites. Chloe Dorsey arrives in North Carolina for a fresh start with a new job as a win educator finding her feet when she meets Tony Mahoney on a batchelor party with some friends and falls head over heels for him. but not all is as it seems as secretly Tony is there to steal a valuable wine. when they meet at a hotel by accident, will Anthony be able to go through with his plan or can Chloe stop him?
a great read. well developed plot with twists and turns. I loved the sense of mystery that was drawn out to perfection, making you want to read on to find out who Anthony was and his motives reasoning for the theft. well developed characters like Chloe trying to move on and find her feet while still being an independent woman or Tony as a charming man but also a spy underneath with secrets and a hidden past. their opposites of character and humour worked well together to create some delightful dialogue and hunourous scenes that were easy to follow and created a sweet friendship. I loved the visual detail of the novel like in the vineyard in the valley with the colourful fruits and sea breeze that felt like you were actually there or the interior décor of the hotel which was full of intricate detail which was beautifully written.
the only issue I would raise is that I was unsure what a wine educator was which threw me off and all the different kinds of wine were hard to follow but the characters did explain what the wines were in the story. overall, a great read and I would give it four stars.
Wine Thief by Mary Billiter
4 Stars!!!!
This is the third book I have read by this author and again I wasn’t let down. This book is the fifth in the Resort Romances. I found this quite interesting as it was set in Napa Valley. I found the writing to be very unique and refreshing.
The chemistry between Tony and Chloe is electric. I found myself glued to the pages trying to see what would happen next. The twists in this book really made it an enjoyable read. I must admit that I was eager to see how things would end and who was the thief. I would definitely read more from this author in the future. This series is really worth the read!
Wine Thief
By: Mary Billiter
4 out of 5 stars
Wine and Mystery is a combination for a great read. Mary Billiter writes witty romance mystery books that are entertaining. Mary Billiter attention to detail is a gift for the reader you feel as if you are in every scene. I have read previous books by this author and love her books. She also gives you interesting information on whatever she is writing.
Chloe is leaving Southern California and her disappointments behind her and heading to Northern California where her sister is. Also a new opportunity as a newly hired wine educator at Napa Valley Point Resort. A subject she doesn’t have the most knowledge in does not stop her from being excited about her new start. Chloe is on a train wine tour with her sister when she meets Tony Mahoney.
Tony is at the Resort for a bachelor party or that’s what he wants everyone to think. He is a corporate spy on a mission to locate the recipe for the Mother Vine. The award winning wine only found at Napa Valley Point Resort. Meeting Chloe wasn’t part of the plan but Tony can’t deny the attraction between them. Will Tony be able to carry out his job or will his heart win out?
Wine Thief is an amazing, genuine romance story, the characters are relatable and the storyline is well written. Wine Thief is a captivating read that will hold you captive from the beginning to the end. Easy, and witty banter between Tony and Chloe is refreshing and romantic. The deception and secrets will keep you guessing till the end. Grab a glass of wine and a copy of the Wine Thief you will not be disappointed.
Wine Thief
By Mary Billiter
4 Stars
Wine Thief is the 5th book in the Resort Romance series. All of the book can be read as standalone’s but i suggest reading all of them in a row to get the full reading experience that the author intended the readers to have. This book help up like the previous books and i enjoyed it just as much. This was a mix between mystery, romance and suspense. I could relate to the characters and liked the flow of the authors writing. i look forward to reading more in this series!
I would recommend this book to a friend!
Review by Anastasia D.