Wendy's Books
A Romance-Mystery story set in Languedoc and Paris
When Lizzy buys an antique French bed, strange dreams begin to haunt her sleep — vivid scenes of a passionate love affair in 1920s Paris that ends in a murder and the cry of a newborn baby. Are they just dreams… or echoes of a forgotten past?
Convinced the people in her dreams once lived, and compelled to uncover the truth, Lizzy follows her visions to Paris — but the search proves fruitless. She’s ready to give up, but one final clue remains: a postcard of a walled city. Could it be Carcassonne?
When she receives an unexpected commission to write the memoir of Sabina, an American who lived in occupied Paris during the Second World War, Lizzy accepts and heads to the south of France to work on the manuscript. Surrounded by peaceful vineyards, she begins to uncover truths hidden beneath layers of history and memory — piecing together not only a long-buried mystery, but the key to her own future.
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A Guide to One of France’s Most Underrated Wine Regions
There was a time when Languedoc-Roussillon had little reputation for quality wine—but over the past two decades, that has changed dramatically. Today, this sun-drenched region in the south of France is celebrated for its extraordinary diversity and rising quality. Home to ancient grape varieties preserved by passionate winemakers, Languedoc-Roussillon produces everything from robust reds and elegant whites to rosés, sparkling wines, pét-nats, orange wines—and even blouge.
This beautifully illustrated guide demystifies the region’s Appellations, Vin de Pays, and Vin de France classifications, offering a clear, engaging resource whether you’re just beginning your wine journey or are a seasoned connoisseur.
As changes to the wine laws occur they are published on the Languedoc-Updates page of my website.