49 pages • 1 hour read
Laura DaveEight Hundred Grapes
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Eight Hundred Grapes, by Laura Dave, follows Georgia Ford, whose life unravels as she discovers her fiancé, Ben, has a secret daughter. Seeking solace at her family’s vineyard in Sonoma, she faces additional turmoil with her parents' separation, her twin brothers' discord, and the vineyard's impending sale. As she navigates family secrets and shifting relationships, Georgia ultimately finds renewed passion for winemaking. Discussion of miscarriage.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Laura Dave's Eight Hundred Grapes offers readers a heartfelt story set in wine country, capturing the intricate dynamics of family and relationships. Reviewers praised its engaging narrative and vivid setting. However, some found the plot predictable and character development lacking depth. Overall, it's an enjoyable read for fans of contemporary fiction.
Who Should Read Eight Hundred Grapes?
Readers who appreciate family sagas, romance, and themes of self-discovery will enjoy Eight Hundred Grapes by Laura Dave. Fans of books like The Wedding Bees by Sarah-Kate Lynch and Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson will find the blend of humor, heart, and wine-country setting appealing.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Romance
Modern Classic Fiction
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Marriage
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Relationships