Under Autumn Vines: A Slow-Burn Small-Town Vineyard Romance

By Richard Leonard Lorke

One harvest. One failing vineyard. And one man Amelia cannot afford to need.

Amelia has one autumn to save Rowan Vines.

The vineyard is woven into the history of Alder Ridge, but damaged rows, mounting bills, old contracts, and outside pressure are pushing it toward a future she barely recognizes. Losing it would mean surrendering more than land. It would mean letting go of everything the place has carried through generations.

Gabriel Thorne has the experience to help save it. He also has plans, conditions, and an infuriating habit of seeing through every defense Amelia has built.

They disagree over nearly every decision-especially whether the vineyard can survive without losing its soul. But through long workdays, cellar secrets, autumn storms, and a harvest that refuses to wait, irritation becomes respect. Respect becomes trust. And trust becomes a desire neither of them can dismiss.

Soon, the future of Rowan Vines is not the only thing at stake.

To keep the place she loves, Amelia must decide whether protecting herself means losing Gabriel-or whether the life she is afraid to choose is the one they could build together.

Under Autumn Vines is an atmospheric slow-burn contemporary romance about guarded hearts, reluctant partners, small-town loyalties, shared purpose, and finding home in the person you never planned to need.

Perfect for readers who love:

- Vineyard and winery settings
- Slow-burn romance
- Reluctant partners and forced proximity
- Emotional dual-point-of-view storytelling
- Cozy autumn atmosphere
- A satisfying romantic ending

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H5TMKJHY
• ISBN13: 9798182052900
• Release Date: June 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"