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Eight Hundred Grapes: A Novel Audiobook
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FROM THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME AND THE NIGHT WE LOST HIM
Heralded as “impossible to put down” (Elle), and named a Best Book of the Summer by Glamour, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Elle, Marie Claire, and Us Weekly, Eight Hundred Grapes is a heartbreaking, funny, and deeply evocative novel about love, marriage, family, wine, and the treacherous terrain in which they all intersect.
There are secrets you share, and secrets you hide… What if your beloved fiancé, he of the crinkly smile and irresistible British accent, had kept a life-changing secret from you? And what if, just a week before your dream wedding, you discovered it?
Georgia Ford, bride-to-be, hops in her car and drives through the night, from Los Angeles to Sonoma, to her safe haven: her family, and the acclaimed family winery. Georgia craves the company of those who know her best, and whom she truly knows. Better yet, it’s the eve of the last harvest—the best time of the growing season, and Georgia knows she’ll find solace—and distraction—in the familiar rituals. But when Georgia arrives home, nothing is at all familiar. Her parents, her brothers, the family business, are all unrecognizable. It seems her fiancé isn’t the only one who’s been keeping secrets…
Eight Hundred Grapes is a story about the messy realities of family, the strength (and weaknesses) of romantic love, and the importance of finding a place to call home. “This winning tale will both satisfy on a literary level and encourage oenophiles to pour themselves a glass of a recent vintage to enjoy while reading; it’s a tasty treat for wine lovers and teetotalers alike” (Publishers Weekly). You won’t be able to put this “addictive” (Us Weekly) novel down.
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“Laura Dave writes with humor and insight about relationships in all their complexity…A captivating story about the power of family, the limitations of love, and what becomes of a life’s work.”
— J. Courtney Sullivan, New York Times bestselling author
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“Laura Dave paints Sonoma County and its inhabitants with both warmth and smarts in this delicious novel.”
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“Need a vacation? Dave will transport you with mouthwatering lasagna, breathtaking vistas—and an unforgettable lesson in loyalty.”
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“[A] breezy rom-com.”
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“The idyllic life of Georgia Ford is crashing down—oh, and it’s just days before her wedding. Cue cold feet.”
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“A quick, fun read, perfect for swallowing in one, delicious gulp rather than careful, measured sips.”
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“Narrator Joy Osmanski’s feisty delivery is just right for Georgia…Whether recounting flashbacks or dealing with present-day crises, Osmanski’s performance is winning.”
— AudioFile
Awards
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A Kirkus Reviews Pick of 9 Hot Beach Reads You’ll Remember All Summer
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A Marie Claire Magazine Pick
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A Good Housekeeping Pick
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A Elle Magazine Pick of Readers' Selections
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A Cosmopolitan Best Book for Summer Reads
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A June 2015 LibraryReads Pick
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A 2015 Glamour Magazine Pick of Best Books of the Summer
Eight Hundred Grapes Listener Reviews
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Jackie, 3/15/2023
About Laura Dave
Laura Dave is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Last Thing He Told Me. Her novels have sold more than five million copies and have been translated into thirty-eight languages. The Last Thing He Told Me was the Goodreads Mystery & Thriller of the Year selection for 2021 and is now a series on Apple TV+.
About Joy Osmanski
Joy Osmanski, theater, television, and film actress, is an award-winning audiobook narrator who has won three AudioFile Earphones Awards. She graduated from Principia College with a degree in creative writing and received her MFA from UC San Diego.