| Nicola Romolo’s dream of marrying Gianna Silvano is shattered the day their secret love affair is discovered. Now, his only hope to win her back rests in a family secret. Nicola’s quest takes him to Naples where he accidentally kills the brother-in-law of the local Don and flees to New York. When an attempt is made on his life, he seeks refuge on a vineyard in Napa. With his future at stake, he must find the truth about his family or forever forfeit any hope of winning Gianna and owning a vineyard.
Reviews for The Wine Seekers
"Would I recommend this story? Certainly. The epic proportions have a grand feel much like a Mario Puzia. I do wish it had been lengthened some; I feel as if in editing some sections were tightened so much they lost meaning. But the central characters Nicola and Gianna are the driving force of this novel that keep you coming back to make sure their lives are not wasted. Would I pick up another novel from Ms. Bilodeau? Yes, I would, knowing she will at least ensure a good read." - The Long and Short of It Reviews
" This book really shows just how differently people’s lives can turn out when all the odds are against them. Linda Bilodeau does a wonderful job of portraying the plight of immigrants, especially Italians to the United States. The Wine Seekers will pull at your heart strings with just how unfair life can be sometimes. This story for the most part was really well written." - Coffee Time Romance & More
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About Linda Bilodeau
Linda Bilodeau uses her experiences as a former teacher and hospital administrator as background for her novels. Linda has lived in New England and the Midwest and has decided there is no better place to call home than Southwest Florida.
Ms. Bilodeau has written a number of nonfiction articles in Business and medical publications. But now, she is happy pursuing her life long dream of writing novels. She has won numerous awards for her work, including an honorable mention in the Writer's Digest 74th Annual Short Story Completion.
Linda is a member of Romance Writers of America, The Southwest Chapter of Romance Writers of America, and a critique group. She is currently working on an M.F.A. in Creative Writing at Spalding University in Louisville, KY.
When not writing, Linda enjoys visiting her children, cooking gourmet meals for family and friends, and improving her knowledge of wine.
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An Interview with Linda Bilodeau
By Holly Hewson for The Romance StudioHH: Linda, thank you for talking with us at TRS! Please tell us about your featured book, The Wine Seekers. What unique thing can you tell us about Nicola and what does he learn on his journey? LB: Nicola yearns to have his own vineyard and though he is an honest and sensitive man, he doesn't lose sight of his goal in spite of all the woes that befall him.
HH: What do you like best about Gianna and why might she be perfect for him? LB: Gianna is untamed, spoile and flighty but she loves Nicola more than anything and she makes a good potential partner because of that unboundless love.
HH: How is this story different from anything else you've written to date? LB: I don't usually write romance, this was my first attempt.
HH: What else do you have in store for lucky readers? LB: I'm completing two new novels. The Relunctant CEO and another suspense that doesn't yet have a title.
HH: What's the most important thing you've learned in your writing career since you first published? LB: The publishing industry is very much a business and an author must understand it's nuances in order to survive. It's a real learning experience and one must research this industries quirks.
HH: What accomplishment are you most proud of? LB: I've just completed a semester in an MFA program at Spalding University in Louisville, KY.
HH: As an author, how do you meet all of the demands of the industry and the readers and stay sane? LB: I pace myself. I woke hard at writing and researching but take breaks and vacations. I try to behave like a sane normal person!
HH: What are you reading right now? LB: I'm reading a wonderful book called The Space Between Us by Thirty Umrigar. I highly recommend it.
HH: Any big plans for the summer? LB: More reading, more writing.
HH: Thank you!
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