For the Marcelli sisters of California wine country, the season is ripe for romance! <P> Of all the Marcelli sisters, the one who dreams of running the family's winery is Brenna -- and she's about to get her chance. But taking the helm at Marcelli Winery is tougher than she bargained for -- especially when she butts heads with her grandfather, whose Old World ways dictate that a <I>male</I> should inherit the business. In need of some fast capital in order to prove her grandfather wrong, Brenna turns to Nic Giovanni, her family's nemesis....Years ago, she ended her secret relationship with Nic, choosing loyalty to her family over the hot passion they shared. But now he's back in her life, he's loaned her a million dollars, and their feelings for each other are stronger than ever. Brenna must find out for herself: is Nic the love of her life? Or the schemer who could topple the Marcelli dynasty -- and break her heart? <P> Meet three unforgettable sisters in a wonderful trilogy that's vintage Susan Mallery -- warm, witty, and stunningly sensual. Look for <I>The Sparkling One</I> and <I>The Sassy One,</I> available from Pocket Star Books!