Sweet Escape by Meredith Wild & Jillian Liota

Jillian Liota and Meredith Wild have created a heartfelt, swoon-worthy
story in the second book of their Hawthorne Vines series. Sweet Escape
effortlessly blends instant attraction with a slow slide into
something much deeper, all while capturing the thrill of a vacation
fling.

Girl Crush Alert

Vivian Walsh is a free-spirited singer-songwriter nursing a bruised
heart who finds solace and inspiration at her best friend Murphy’s
family vineyard. What she doesn’t expect is her attraction to Murphy’s
brother, Memphis, a workaholic with the weight of the winery’s
finances on his shoulders and an infuriatingly irresistible charm.

Their chemistry is electric from the start, and watching their “no
strings attached” arrangement bloom into something more is pure magic.
I love how Vivian is clear about what she wants and goes after it.
Memphis has no chance against her captivating allure! *I might have a
slight girl crush on Vivian.

The authors skillfully balance lighthearted banter, sizzling tension,
and emotional depth as Vivian and Memphis navigate their personal
struggles and undeniable connection. And while their time together is
fleeting, they challenge and support each other in a way that feels
like they’ve been together forever. Vivian’s vacation inevitably comes
to an end, and I was not prepared for how emotional I was about their
“goodbye”. It all works out beautifully in the end, though. That grand
gesture!

Cheers!

Hawthorne Vines and the small town of Rosewood are the perfect
backdrop for Vivian to rediscover her muse. Errol and the Firehouse
Inn are my favorite new additions. I loved seeing Murphy, Wes and
Sarah again. More is revealed about Jack’s role in the financial
situation of the winery, and I feel like a resolution is in place for
that going forward.

I hope the next book is about Micah and a character I won’t name.
Fingers crossed!

Whether you’re new to this series or returning for more, I highly
recommend Sweet Escape. It is a true testament to finding love in
unexpected places.

*ARC Review