I feel enraged for this author because of the political backlash they are getting. ITS NOT FAIR!
This was a fantastic read that I really enjoyed.
The way they tried saving the winery…. Perfection.

I hope thus books gets millions to read it because if the backlash. It deserves everyone to read it.

I really enjoyed this. I know a lot of people are trashing this book because of “political” reasons but I don’t let that stop me from reading a book. I also pushed this up the TBR because of the controversy.

I loved Sadie’s character. I loved the setting. I also really loved watching Sadie & Monroe grow together while trying to save the winery.

I think this was a perfect romance novel & I look forward to reading more in the series

Sadie will do anything to protect the legacy of her family’s vineyard for her and her sisters which includes a marriage of convenience with their nemesis Mason. Due to her grandfather’s failing health this is the only option however she never expected to view him as anything more than a means to an end.

Mason and his family find themselves in the same situation as Sadie and if the right decision isn’t made both their family’s futures will be in jeopardy. Marrying Sadie will get him what he wants as he fights for his rightful place when it comes to the vineyard however that might mean joining forces with her rather than working against her.

There is no shortage of family turmoil as they must overcome the strained past between their families while navigating both saving the winery and the feelings they have for each other that neither expected.

Fantastic! Totally sucked me into the storyline and I enjoyed the read so much I forgot about everything else around me!

Did not finish. Had a really hard time connecting with the characters. The text felt reductive. I would not recommend this text. Hopefully others find it more entertaining than I did.

Was not for me, I couldn’t relate to the characters and they annoyed me. I have read most of the authors other works and think maybe this series is not my cup of tea.

A beautifully written exploration of love and loss, Sparrow and Vine charmed me with its lyrical prose and bittersweet narrative. Lark’s characters feel like old friends, and their struggles—both internal and external—are depicted with a gentle honesty that tugged at my heartstrings. It’s a slow, reflective read that rewards those willing to savor every sentence.

I wholeheartedly recommend it for a quiet, contemplative evening with a book that feels like a warm embrace.
Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)

Sadly this wasn't a book for me, I did see it wasn't published after all the blowback about a specific passage.

This one really grabbed my attention. An arranged marriage, tension, and chemistry that leaps off the page — count me in. Sadie and Monroe’s relationship was intense in all the best ways. I adored her boldness and how hard he tried (and often failed) to maintain control. There were times I felt like shouting at both of them, but that’s what makes it enjoyable! If you’re into strong dynamics with a dash of drama and some serious heat, this one definitely delivers.

Thank you #NetGalley for the ARC.

This book was cancelled because of some seriously problematic speech in this book that was very pro trump and boderline racist

I’ve always admired Sophie Lark for her ability to create emotional bonds between characters that feel truly transformative—relationships that are completely meant to be. It’s one of the things that has always set her apart. Unfortunately, I didn’t quite feel that same magic in Sparrow and Vine.

Lark is a master of portraying the intensity and imagery of love, and yet here, it felt…muted. The connection between Sadie and Monroe was sweet, but never quite reached that deeper, consuming level I’ve come to expect from her. Part of me wonders if this shift is because she wrote this book under a traditional publisher—perhaps trying to appeal to a more mainstream audience, which, in my opinion, ended up dulling some of the creative edge that makes her writing so compelling.

As for the more controversial elements—like the Elon Musk references—I wasn’t particularly bothered by that specific mention; many people do admire him for his role in tech innovation. However, some of the other commentary in the book felt out of place and unnecessarily provocative. I’m not sure if those were Lark’s choices to really keep these in the story, or whether Bloom really suggested removing these, but either way, these felt like strange additions to keep in the final draft.

Character-wise, I wanted more. Monroe had a backstory as a hockey player that felt barely scratched, and Sadie started off as pure chaos but didn’t really show much growth by the end. They had potential, but it felt underdeveloped?

In the end, Sparrow and Vine just didn’t hit the way I hoped it would.

I am disappointed with the controversy surrounding the content of this book and the author's response. I hope the publisher and author will take the feedback and criticism Sparrow and Vine has received and do better in the future. This was a DNF for me unfortunately.

This was actually a really fun one! What starts as a fake marriage to save their family winery becomes something so much more. Sadie is desperate to save the place where she grew up, that her family put so much into for most of their lives. With generational secrets and strict, Sadie is up against quite a bit.

Monroe also wants to save the land and winery. It should have been his too, after all. But everyone suffered because of a wedding that never happened. So, Sadie and Monroe think, what if it did? And so begins their adventure in saving their winery and finding themselves in the process.

Due to the controversy and the fact that this book has been pulled from publication, I will not be reviewing this book.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC.

Thank you to Bloom Books for approving me for an arc of this, unfortunately though I am unable to read this due to the conflicting and political views that were expressed in the story through the author’s writing. I did not feel comfortable as a black woman reading this nor did I agree with her political views that referred to Elon Musk.

Our library did purchase this, however it qas pulled by the pu lisher. As such, I do not think this book is appropriate to leave a review. If it gets a revise and republish, I will do so then.

DNF will not read due to content that the author chose to include in the writing that does against my morals and beliefs

I don't like books that just start out of nowhere. At the beginning, readers are just thrust into a scene of FMC meeting MMC in front of her house, chasing her naked grandpa, and it was at that point that I had to make a search on Goodreads to realise FMC is talking to the MMC in our story.
The reason why I DNF-ed this book was because it was very bland, and I didn't like MMC because I felt like he was very shallow. At one point, he commented on not having more illegal immigrants picking grapes in the vineyard for meagre pay, and I felt like he was so entitled at that moment. He lost ALL his points with me. Why shame a person for making money and doing their job? Any job is needed in society, and I felt only anger towards him. I didn't want to see him as an MMC falling in love with FMC, I didn't want to read this weird story anymore, I just felt disinterested in this book.
So I DNF-ed.

Sparrow and Vine was unexpected in the best way. I picked it up thinking I’d get a quick, steamy romance with some good tension, and while it definitely delivered on that front, it also had way more depth than I was ready for.

Sophie Lark knows how to build chemistry that practically sparks off the page. The connection between the main characters feels raw and complicated in a way that makes you root for them even when they mess things up. It’s not all surface-level attraction either. There’s real emotional weight under the heat, and I found myself way more invested than I expected to be.

One of the things I really appreciated was how vivid and atmospheric the setting felt. The wine element wasn’t just a backdrop. It added a layer of texture to the story that made it feel grounded and unique. You can tell the author put care into the details without ever letting it slow the pace.

This isn’t just about romance. It’s about power, vulnerability, and learning how to let someone in when every instinct tells you not to. It’s sharp, sensual, and surprisingly moving. If you like your love stories with grit, steam, and soul, Sparrow and Vine is a solid pick.

It is my understanding the release for this was delayed. I do not feel comfortable reviewing this at this time. I am selecting a star rating because I am being forced too.