The Viognier Vendetta, Ellen Crosby
The Viognier Vendetta, Ellen Crosby
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The Viognier Vendetta

Author: Ellen Crosby

Narrator: Christine Marshall

Unabridged: 9 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/01/2010

Synopsis

When Lucie Montgomery visits Washington, DC, she doesn't expect that her reunion with old friend Rebecca Natale is a setup. But Rebecca disappears into thin air after running an errand for her boss, billionaire philanthropist and investment guru Sir Thomas Asher. Also missing: an antique silver wine cooler looted by British soldiers before they burned the White House during the War of 1812. The next morning Lucie identifies Rebecca's neatly folded clothes found in a rowboat floating in the Potomac River. Is it suicide, murder, or an elaborate scheme to disappear?

About Ellen Crosby

Ellen Crosby is the author of the Virginia Wine Country Mystery series and the Sophie Medina Mystery series, as well as the stand-alone novel Moscow Nights. She is a former freelance reporter for the Washington Post and was the Moscow correspondent for ABC Radio News and an economist at the US Senate.

About Christine Marshall

Christine Marshall is an actress, director, and designer living in Portland, Maine. She teaches for the Maine State Ballet and produces plays with her theater company, Mad Horse. In addition to audiobooks, she records the online version of the New Yorker.

Reviews

Goodreads review by James on April 21, 2019

The Wine Country Mysteries is one of my new favorite series. While it falls under the cozy sub-genre, it's not at all light and whimsical. The Viognier Vendetta, the 5th book in Ellen Crosby's wonderful series, is another fine edition worthy of just over 4 stars. In this book, Lucie's former college......more

Goodreads review by Tyrannosaurus on April 21, 2015

I'm in it for the vineyard and the winery, when it comes to these books, so being that this one was set almost entirely in Washington DC, I wasn't super keen. And I feel like I'm a broken record on this particular point, but the completely irrelevant focus on Kit's weight and the constant shaming of......more

Goodreads review by Beth on April 11, 2011

Interesting topical theme of Ponzi schemes and investment frauds--generally well handled, especially with the particular take of how that might affect a small, interconnected community. On the other hand, I'm a little tired of the supposedly fiery romance that isn't going anywhere. Why is she so hun......more

Goodreads review by Lonni on April 19, 2021

The author seems to be getting better with each book. This one was the best of the series thus far with more true who done it possibilities......more

Goodreads review by Barbara on April 23, 2011

Love this series. I don't know why it took me so long to get to this book. I think I should have read it sooner, since I had trouble with the history - couldn't really remember some things that happened in previous books. Don't be alarmed by that statement - I don't think you need to read them in or......more

Quotes

“The book works well as an amateur-sleuth novel but also explores the value of friendship, independence and wine lore…The Viognier Vendetta proves to be a fine vintage.” The Miami Herald

“Ellen Crosby is a writer with flair, and her compelling plot, likeable heroine, wealth of wine lore and sure sense of Virginia’s horse country combine in a crisp read that goes down smoothly with a pleasant finish.” Richmond Times-Dispatch

“Full of Washington historical lore, this addictive whodunit also updates Lucie’s relationship with brooding Quinn Santori, her Montgomery Estate Vineyard winemaker lover.” Publishers Weekly

“Marshall’s smooth, honeyed voice makes for pleasant listening…she keeps the story moving at an appropriate pace. Listeners will look forward to Lucie’s return.” AudioFile

“The meticulously researched historical background—always a hallmark in Crosby’s novels—is nicely balanced by an intriguing mystery.” Booklist

“Another pleasing combination of mystery, history and romance in a series that never disappoints.” Kirkus

“A fascinating mystery with a great plot, vivid characters and the art of wine making. The historical information is like frosting on a cake, making this a thoroughly delicious read.” Romantic Times

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