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Beginning of Forever - (The d'Angelos) by Catherine Bybee (Paperback)

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  • From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the story of two wine enthusiasts who ride the ups and downs of love in the vineyards of Tuscany.Tasting wine is not enough: sommelier Giovanni D'Angelo wants to create it.
  • Author(s): Catherine Bybee
  • 364 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Women
  • Series Name: The d'Angelos

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From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the story of two wine enthusiasts who ride the ups and downs of love in the vineyards of Tuscany. Tasting wine is not enough: sommelier Giovanni D'Angelo wants to create it. To put his family first, he's always deferred his dreams-a vineyard to run, a woman to marry. But a three-week vineyard tour in Italy could set him back on track. For Emma Rutledge, wine is in her blood. Intent to run the family wine business one day, she finds that the men in her family are only intent to push her out of it. But that's fine-she's got a plan. When Gio and Emma meet on a wine tour in Tuscany, their shared aspirations fuel an undeniable chemistry. Returning home to California, they work toward setting up Emma's vineyard and a label of their own. But when Emma receives a life-altering diagnosis, she worries it's all been for nothing. As Emma works to cement her family legacy while dealing with this unexpected challenge, Gio tries to convince her that their future isn't just wine. It's each other.



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From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the story of two wine enthusiasts who ride the ups and downs of love in the vineyards of Tuscany.

Tasting wine is not enough: sommelier Giovanni D'Angelo wants to create it. To put his family first, he's always deferred his dreams--a vineyard to run, a woman to marry. But a three-week vineyard tour in Italy could set him back on track.

For Emma Rutledge, wine is in her blood. Intent to run the family wine business one day, she finds that the men in her family are only intent to push her out of it. But that's fine--she's got a plan.

When Gio and Emma meet on a wine tour in Tuscany, their shared aspirations fuel an undeniable chemistry. Returning home to California, they work toward setting up Emma's vineyard and a label of their own. But when Emma receives a life-altering diagnosis, she worries it's all been for nothing.

As Emma works to cement her family legacy while dealing with this unexpected challenge, Gio tries to convince her that their future isn't just wine.

It's each other.



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"A book that is so impeccably and skillfully structured, a story that is so truthfully and touchingly told, Ms. Bybee's writing style is something to take note of; it is simple yet flawless, starkly original, and it awoke every romantic bone in me." --msbookstagram

"Heartfelt, emotional and just plain fun...I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a buttinsky type of family who loves hard and wraps each other up their happily ever afters. Drama, romance, laughter and love are all key parts to this series!" --Thoughts of a Blonde

"The D'Angelo family is one I want to be part of. They are loud, passionate, and full of love for all those they embrace. I loved this book more than I can express in words." --Booklover Judy Lynn

"Beginning of Forever is a fantastic story and everything I love about contemporary romances. The characters, the gorgeous settings, the themes and messages, the love story--everything about it is brilliant!" --One Book More

"Each [D'Angelo] book just gets better and with no exception, this was another wonderful addition to the series. Gio is so swoon worthy because he is the type of guy that any woman would dream of. Emma is fierce, strong and determined and just fits so well with the D'Angelo clan." --What Is That Book About

"Catherine's writing style is exceptionally detailed and intriguing. She makes it so easy to picture everything; I felt like I was there." --NOLA504Nerds Blog

"Beautiful locations set the scene. Beautiful people and beautiful words wrap it all into a wonderful bow, with a fabulous happily ever after. This story leaves a smile on your face and a craving to dive into more from Bybee!" --A Midlife Wife Blog


Dimensions (Overall): 8.35 Inches (H) x 5.43 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: .88 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: The d'Angelos
Sub-Genre: Women
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Number of Pages: 364
Publisher: Montlake
Format: Paperback
Author: Catherine Bybee
Language: English
Street Date: June 27, 2023
TCIN: 88186230
UPC: 9781542038553
Item Number (DPCI): 247-45-8635
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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5.0 out of 5 stars with 2 reviews
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Sweet, fun, steamy and then BAM

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
carvanz - 2 years ago
This was such a fun, sweet, relaxing story that had me settling down and letting it wrap the romance around me. I’ve been waiting for Gio’s story as he’s been a favorite since the beginning of the series and I couldn’t help but laugh at the situation Emma found herself in each step of the way. Their journey kept me engaged, laughing at times, and loving each new locale. But most of all, I was falling in love with them falling in love. Through all the merriment, their chemistry was apparent and when they finally came together, it was electric! As I was pleasantly following along, I was labeling this as just a good old fashioned love story, relatively low on angst and high on steam. Until this author gave me a twist I never saw coming. And holy heck. My gut ached and my heart was wrenched. Suddenly I was biting my nails and quietly swearing. I loved every moment of it. This has a wild cast of characters as travel companions, the warm embrace of the D’Angelos and an epilogue that left me smiling from ear to ear.
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Vineyards, family, and fun

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Perriknows - 2 years ago
OMG...I laughed, I cried, I totally felt for both Gio and Emma! This 3rd book in the D'Angelo's series was just so good! Emma, wanting her father to be proud of her and acknowledge her as a valuable member of the family vineyard business, finally is figuring out that it just doesn't look like it will happen. She takes birthday money from her mom, and she and her BFF head off to Italy for a wine tour of Italy. Giovanni, still working in the family restaurant business, is a sommelier, but wants to try his hand at having his own vineyard and label. For his birthday, he is given the 'trip of a lifetime' by his family to take a wine tour of Italy. Three weeks in Italy becomes the beginning for Emma and Gio. Hijinks and happiness over the vacation become more serious as they spend lots of time together. Coming back to the states, they both realize they want to make changes in their lives that will impact both of their families. As they head further into a full-blown relationship, will a medical issue cause a split between them and some family members, or will they be able to weather this storm and come through it more fulfilled than ever. Catherine Bybee just knows how to put heart and soul into her books. Beginning of Forever is another example of a full out, take no prisoners, life changing love story that she writes so well. This book is #3 in The D'Angelo's series. It can be read as a standalone, but you would have a bit more history of the family and why they are so close knit if you read the first two books!
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