“Steamy small-town romance with heart, heat, and a twist you won’t see coming.”

• Piper Ward writes steamy, heartfelt romances where grumpy heroes and strong heroines collide in small towns full of secrets, passion, and second chances. She believes every love story deserves a strong plot, sizzling chemistry, and a happily-ever-after worth fighting for.

She came to plan the party of the year. He’s determined to shut her out.
When Natalie Marks lands the job of organizing Parsonville’s 40th Wine Anniversary, it’s her big break—and her first chance to prove she can run her own event planning business. The only problem? The winery’s brooding, impossibly handsome owner is the same man she shared one unforgettable night with in D.C.
Ethan Thornton doesn’t believe in second chances—especially not with the gorgeous stranger who walked out of his past and onto his vineyard. He’s got a business to protect, a festival to host, and no patience for distractions… even the kind that make his pulse race and his resolve crack.
But when sparks fly, kisses turn heated, and old wounds are exposed, Natalie and Ethan find themselves tangled in more than event details. As rumors from her past threaten to ruin her future—and his enemies close in—they’ll have to decide if trusting each other is worth risking it all.
A steamy, small-town romance filled with fiery banter, slow-burn tension, and the kind of chemistry you can’t bottle. Perfect for fans of grumpy/sunshine, second-chance heat, and happily-ever-afters that come with a glass of wine.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Exactly what romance readers want."

Grumpy hero? Check. Strong heroine? Check. Great dialogue? Check. Emotional payoff? Absolutely. Piper Ward has earned a permanent place on my reading list.