Vines After the Fire

<p>After the wildfire nothing would ever grow the same... except maybe love.</p><p>Six months after flames tore through South Africa's Franschhoek Valley soil scientist Naledi Khoza arrives to assess the damage to a family vineyard steeped in ash and memory. She expects cracked earth failing vines and long hours in the lab - not the guarded vineyard owner whose heart seems as scorched as his land.</p><p>Christiaan Lategan has lost almost everything: his vines his pride and the trust that kept his family estate alive. With a cousin pushing to sell and an investor circling like a hawk saving the vineyard feels impossible. Until Naledi's stubborn determination - and the quiet fire in her eyes - makes him believe in second chances.</p><p>As they battle fungal outbreaks unpredictable soil and a looming harvest deadline attraction blooms between them like the first green shoots after rain. But to save the land - and their hearts - they'll have to fight against more than the fire's aftermath. They'll have to fight for each other.</p><p>Perfect for fans of small-town romance slow-burn love stories and emotional journeys of healing Vines After the Fire is a lyrical heart-stirring novel of resilience community and the kind of love that takes root against all odds.</p>