Dionysus Refined
The Grapevine Trilogy, Book One
by Timothy Chase
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Pub Date Nov 07 2023 | Archive Date Nov 28 2023
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Description
What is the meaning of life? Jenny and Craig Chaise, along with a close friend, Debbie-Sue, own a candle and wine company, Dionysus Refined, creating a candle line that is unique to their business. Craig is a police officer.
The couple and close friends involve themselves in the world of horse show competition as a way to enhance their social status and network their company. Growth and introduction of business people with intentions creates tension. Marital problems, infidelity, career change meeting and developing relationships, death, upper-class individuals with differing rules and inhibitions with the ability to change the direction of the lives of people, like products creates a rift. The world of art is introduced.
Craig Chaise finds himself digging into the depths of himself while standing firm in the belief in the power of the individual amid life's changes. Dionysus Refined is a novel that discusses many life and death topics along with business and its process. Maturation and truths they face even when it hurts have questions. What happens to the Chaises' sense of well-being and security when someone takes it away?
What motivates self more than love and work while realizing failure and striving for meaning? Dionysus Refined is a novel about imperfect refinement and why it is important to believe in your best self.
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781662482380 |
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Featured Reviews
Sue E, Reviewer
Hold onto your wine glasses, folks, because Dionysus Refined is a rollercoaster of drama, love, and self-discovery! This book isn't just about candles and wine (though those sound pretty awesome too), it's about Jenny and Craig Chaise, who are diving headfirst into the horse show competition world. And let me tell you, it's not all glitz and glamour. From marital drama to career changes, this story is like a soap opera on steroids, and I couldn't get enough. It's a reminder that life isn't always perfect, but it's the imperfections that make us who we are. So, if you want a juicy drama that'll make you think about love, work, and the messy journey of life, grab Dionysus Refined and prepare to be hooked!
Abigail L, Librarian
An engaging novel that delves into the complexities of life, love, and the pursuit of meaning. The story revolves around Jenny and Craig Chaise, who navigate the challenges of running their unique candle and wine company, Dionysus Refined, while also immersing themselves in the world of horse show competition. The author’s narrative skillfully weaves together themes of marital struggles, infidelity, career changes, and the impact of relationships on one's journey. As the characters face life's ups and downs, the story prompts readers to reflect on the power of self-discovery and personal growth.
