Sparrow and Vine is a fun, sweet, and spicy blend of a good time.

Our lovable leads Sadie and Monroe shock their respective families when they enter a bit of a fraudulent but oh so convenient marriage in a bid to save a long disputed vineyard from being sold. Forcing rival families to come together, however not every family member is for this, in fact some may plot against the abrupt couple, placing hurdles along the way. But those hurdles will have a formidable match facing the partnership of Sadie and Monroe.

Sadie and Monroe are two lovely, funny, and heartfelt leads. They’re immediately drawn to one another— and perhaps have been for years— but more importantly, they are willing to set aside years long familial animosity to save what they love. A vineyard, a business, a home.
Their fake (but certifiably real!) marriage is one tested time and time again, but what I greatly enjoyed is how much stronger they were together than apart. A realization they themselves become aware of quickly. What was once a business deal starts to become something far, far more. I swooned watching them get to know one another on a deeper level. For Monroe to appreciate all of Sadie’s quirks and true beauty; and for Sadie to appreciate the heart and loyalty deeply rooted in Monroe. They are a wonderful pair to root for.

The supporting cast is quite an eclectic one, and the leads’ respective siblings certainly stand out. The narrative reveals just enough depth of each to start the foundation of their future stories, but it leaves just enough off the table to tantalize and tease the reader to eagerly anticipate more to come. My eyes drifted most to Hazel. I find her such an intriguing character and I’m eager to learn more about her!

The book features some fan favorite tropes and themes, it’s sure to bring a smile to every reader's face. That said, this is where I found a hiccup in my own engagement. It’s no surprise the use of these tropes can arise predictability in story beats, and I don’t mind that at all, as long as they are infused with their own unique charm. This charm felt missing at times in the narrative, diminishing my engagement. The book is very well written, and it’s a breeze to read and enjoy, but I did find my gaze wandering off page at times. However, this isn’t a lasting feeling, especially at the end when a familiar plot device is subverted to great delight. This particular moment is all Sadie’s and I absolutely love what she does with it! I’m being quite vague but I think it will be obvious which moment I’m referencing once you read it. And I certainly believe this a book worth diving into!

I’m desperate for Hazel’s story, but I think if June is up next, and it’s sure to be a grand ol’ time. If you want a romance that brings the fun, a cast that brings the allure, and the start of something promising more sweetness and spice, then buckle in for this one! I definitely plan to stay for the long haul.

There’s something about a marriage of convenience that leads to a HEA, I love it. Sadie and Monroe were perfect for each other, their family history is complicated to the extreme and they needed each other. I loved the communication between them, it was such a sweet story.

Now Monroe’s brothers on the other hand got on my nerves, but Grayson has partially redeemed himself. Heath, we’re all looking at you.

PopPop and Lionel, brb I’m not emotional stable enough to handle their situations.

Thank you to NetGalley for the E-ARC!

This book is such a bold departure for Sophie Lark that I had to double check that I wasn't actually reading a Tessa Bailey. But what Lark creates in Sparrow and Vine is both sweet and spicy, with enough plot and tension to keep the reader invested. In fact, I was so invested that I read this one in almost one sitting on a snow day. I'm so glad we will get to see the other siblings in future books, I am SO GRATEFUL that there was so third act breakup--just mutual growth in the relationship together. Sadie and Monroe's relationship is very romantic and very realistic.

My biggest gripe is the deus ex machina ending, which I am hoping was really more a set up for book 2 than a satisfactory conclusion. I'm looking forward to the next one!

Thank you netgalley for the opportunity to read this book as an arc
Sophie lark never fails to bring a bingeble and very easy to read book to the table. This was no different, it was very fun and fast paced however I wanted the enemies to last longer or be more intense before they became lovers p, cause it felt like they were on the same page ferromagnetic the begging Nevertheless I do enjoy interconnected series with siblings because you can always explore and get to know the characters better so l'm excited for the next one to release

I thought that this was a great start to a new series by Sophie Lark. This book really introduced all of the charters well, and I cannot wait to read all of their stories!

Sparrow and Vine by Sophie Lark, published by Sourcebooks Bloom Books, is the first in thiss new series.
Sadie and Monroe's story is a marriage of convenience, mixed with a bit of mystery, an intriguing read. Kind like the Montagues and Capulets, both are from deeply opposite families, are destined to be in an arranged marriage.
I liked the writing, the plottwist and characters pretty quick, could connect with story and characters, 5 stars.

I do like my enemies to lovers married...

"Sparrow and Vine" portrays quite an unusual marriage of convenience between members of two rival families, but it's much more complicated too. Why unusual, you may ask? It's just simply pure.

Sadie and Monroe felt like the best pair of partners in crime.
But gosh, I'm looking forward to the next books, like don't even get me started on GraysonJune and HeathHazel!

I really enjoyed this!
Sparrow and Vine was an easy and funny read, I loved the scenery and thought it was quite original and the marriage of convenience between the main characters was the cherry on top, although I found their chemistry lacking at times.
Still, I will be definitely reading the rest of the series once the other books come out as I grew fond of the Sparrow girls and the Beaumont boys and am curious about their stories.

Well this is a fun series setup.

Sadie x Monroe 💕
Rival families
Romeo x Juliet vibes
Marriage of convenience
Winery/vineyard
Little mystery (that I feel is going to woven through the two other books)
Hockey boy

This was not what I was expecting! But it was cute and kept me reading.
I like the other siblings having very different personalities.

Arc review ✨

“We both have families. But you’re my partner. I choose you, Sadie. I choose Sparrow and Vine. Us against them. Us against anything that tries to stop us.” 🤍

Sophie Lark doesn’t write a bad book and that’s a hill I’m willing to die on. I’ve had Sparrow and Vine on preorder since Sophie announced it, but when the opportunity presented itself to me to arc read it.. I applied immediately. If you’re someone who loves messy family drama, rivalry, secrets, spice, and marriage of convenience - look no further.

Sadie Sparrow and Monroe Beaumont get married in hopes of saving Sparrow & Vine Vineyard from being sold. The biggest problem? They’ve been rivals their entire life, neither of their families approve of the marriage, and they’re both inconveniently secretly really attracted to each other and now have to share a bed. The drama, the angst, the tension, and the spice are RICH. I ate this up and while it is a different side of Sophie Lark, it was so good and I cannot wait for more in the Sparrow & Beaumont world.

🤍 marriage of convenience
🖤 only one bed
🤍 forced proximity
🖤 family drama
🤍 drama & angst

Thank you so much Sophie Lark, and Netgalley for allowing me to read Sparrow and Vine in advance, and fall in love with the Sparrow girls and Beaumont boys. I cannot wait for my preorder to arrive and to add Sparrow and Vine to my Sophie Lark shelf. Also, I’m so excited for Love and Madness, and Hearts and Thorns to release later this year. I think the siblings all have a story to tell, and I can’t express my excitement enough.

Sparrow and Vine releases April 22, 2025 and is now available for preorder. 🤍

It’s a little sad. A little bittersweet. A lot funny. And honestly, super sweet when you realize why Monroe and Sadie are doing this. They may seem like the most unlikely of duos, but they’re in this together. They both want to save their family legacies, even if it means playing a little dirty. They both wish fervently for love, even when they won’t admit it. Okay, one won’t. But they still both fall….

This has the makings of an excellent series. A family on the brink. Another family that feels as distant as strangers. An incredibly angry, spiteful, bitter soul bent on taking it all. Maybe two are bent on that. And the manipulations don’t seem to stop, even when they clearly never win. And amid all of this, Sadie and Monroe fall for real. They love and support and flourish and I already can’t wait for more. I have a feeling there are some big secrets between H people and there’s going to be some chaos when the one who doesn’t wish to be near dirt likely falls for the one who feels that the honest dirt of this land soothes her soul.

(2.5 rounded up to 3)

“There are eight billion people on this planet, and you’re exactly what I need. Every part of you, exactly as you are. I don’t believe that’s just chance.”

I think I expected a different type of book from the synopsis?

What I liked:

I like the idea of this series. Warring families over a winery, three brothers versus three sisters. It all sounds like a perfect set up.

I liked the sisters relationships with each others and the brothers relationships with each other. The supporting characters were fun…give me more Jack and Coralina.

What didn’t work for me:

I think I was expecting more of an enemies to lovers or rivals to lovers from the synopsis of the book. It seemed like from the very beginning Monroe and Sadie were working together and on the same side.

I didn’t really get the love between Monroe and Sadie. The chemistry wasn’t there for me at all..

Sophie Lark knows how to keep you on the edge of your seat. This is my first book by her but won’t be my last.
Such a twisted and gripping family saga and I cannot wait for the next book!

A fun marriage of convenience story set in a contemporary setting! Sadie Sorrow and Monroe Beaumont marry each other in hopes to save Sparrow and Vine from being sold. Despite the anger from their siblings, the two begin to live together and trust each other, despite the odds.

This was a super fun, quick read! I really enjoyed each interacting between Sadie and Monroe, some of the banter and how they learned more and more about each other and of their combined resilience to save the place Sadie has always known and Monroe has always wanted to know.

They are a sweet, wholesome couple and I adored them! I’m so glad that we will get to see more of the Sparrow and Vine in the next book. I can’t wait to see more of them and all the siblings!

Definitely recommend to those who enjoy a good romance with family drama, secrets and a good bit of spice.

Thank you NetGalley and SourceBooks Bloom Books for the chance to read this fun contemporary romance!

sadie sparrow marries her enemy to save her family's winery, Sparrow and Vine. I enjoyed the story very much.