A review by emmreadsbooks
A Perfect Vintage by Chelsea Fagan

adventurous emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

For fans of You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty comes a debut literary romance with the backdrop of a French chateau. We follow Lea, a hospitality consultant working in the French countryside, as she navigates a job that aims to launch her career. An uptight workaholic quickly falls for the laissez-faire boss's son and draaaaama ensues. I loved the family drama elements of this story, as well as a new take on the age gap trope. Lea is so in her head at times, but it rings true for someone so used to doubting and criticizing herself. We also touch on difficult topics like emotional abuse and addiction, but stick the landing in the end. I've loved Chelsea Fagan from The Financial Diet, but I think she really makes another name for herself as a writer.

*Thank you to Orsay Press and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest review*