The Bourbon ThiefAuthor: Tiffany Reisz
Published by: MIRA
Publication Date: June 28, 2016
Format: eARC
Pages: 384
Source: Publisher
When Cooper McQueen wakes up from a night with a beautiful stranger, it's to discover he's been robbed. The only item stolen—a million-dollar bottle of bourbon. The thief, a mysterious woman named Paris, claims the bottle is rightfully hers. After all, the label itself says it's property of the Maddox family who owned and operated Red Thread Bourbon distillery since the last days of the Civil War until the company went out of business for reasons no one knows… No one except Paris.
In the small hours of a Louisville morning, Paris unspools the lurid tale of Tamara Maddox, heiress to the distillery that became an empire. But the family tree is rooted in tainted soil and has borne rotten fruit. Theirs is a legacy of wealth and power, but also of lies, secrets and sins of omission. The Maddoxes have bourbon in their blood—and blood in their bourbon. Why Paris wants the bottle of Red Thread remains a secret until the truth of her identity is at last revealed, and the century-old vengeance Tamara vowed against her family can finally be completed.
I did it! I finally read a Tiffany Reisz book, and what a wonderful experience it was!
When Cooper catches Paris stealing his rare million dollar bottle of bourbon, she claims it rightfully belongs to her. But how could the only remaining bottle of Red Thread bourbon belong to her when there isn’t anyone from the Maddox family left? Who exactly is Paris?
I was worried this would be a dull read, but that isn’t the case at all! The Bourbon Thief is a fascinating and haunting tale that’s full of manipulation, secrets, love and heartache. I was completely captivated by the incredible characters and stunning atmosphere from the very beginning.
Reisz did a superb job weaving this story through past and present while masterfully unfolding the mystery. It was near impossible to put this book down! It was intoxicating. I needed to know what would happen next and how it was all connected. It was difficult to let go of the characters in the end, but it was pulled together beautifully and left me thoroughly satisfied.
Overall, The Bourbon Thief is an impressive read that I couldn’t get enough of. I hope to read more of this author’s work soon!
I’m so, so happy you finally read your first Reisz book, Christy! Isn’t her writing just beautiful? Her characters are always so fleshed out they feel truly real to me, and that is another point in her favor.
Great review 🙂
I have this book on my TBR. I’ve asked my library to purchase the audio and I’m now just waiting for it to come in. I love Tiffany Reisz. I can’t wait to see what she writes outside of the Original Sinners world.
I have been meaning to pick up a Reisz book myself. Glad to hear this was a winner! Great review!
Ohhh…something to consider. I didn’t quite enjoy her Original Sinners series, so I’ve been wary since. I wouldn’t mind this one, though. It sounds suspenseful and oddly sexy! Lol.
New to me but great to hear it was a good mystery and kept your attention
This one has been skirting the edges of my TBR for far too long. It sounds amazing! I’m glad your first experience with Reisz lived up to the hype. I can’t wait to her books and this one in particular!
I felt the same when I read my first Tiffany Reisz story. Her writing so different from what I’ve experienced before.
I haven’t read anything by Reisz either and I have a couple of her books in my TBR pile. Time to dust those suckers off and give her a try. Thanks for the lovely review!
Woot! I’m so glad you read this and loved it too. It was fabulous, horrifying at times but oh so fabulous too.
Wonderful review! I do love a book that keeps you reading, wanting to know what happens next. I’ve heard really good things about this book.
And I still have not tried anything by her
I haven’t read any of her books but this does sound like a good book. Thanks for the review.
I remember hearing about this one and being curious about it. I am glad you ended up really enjoying it, Christy! It does sound intriguing. I’ve yet to read anything by Reisz yet, but I guess I’d better add her to my to read list!
Woot! Yeah despite owning several of her other books..this was my first read of hers. I totally loved the delivery on this one!
oh I GOTTA have this book!!! It sounds so good and I love those books that just instantly wrap you in.
This will be my first Tiffany Reisz book, too, if I end up reading it!! Which I think I will – It looks so fascinating. Great review! 🙂
Sounds like a really great read. Thanks for sharing!
Yes! I need to read this one too. I have her on my must read list as well and I plan on getting to her soon. I’m thinking this one might be my first book as well.
This book is high on my list to read and I haven’t read one of her books either. I’m glad it really grabbed you. Can’t wait for my turn to get all the curious stuff answered.
I haven’t tried a book by her yet but my friend bought me one. So one day!
Well clearly I need to give this a try Christy! I haven’t read anything by this author either, and I’ve always heard good things. I think this might be the place for me to start too!
Well, hells bells, I’m sold, too!! haven’t read any of her books either. I shall remedy that 🙂 Stellar review, girl!
Hahah at first this sounds almost too simple for a plot, but I’m glad that wasn’t the case at all! Sounds like the mystery was much more complex!
Awesome review Christy!
I am so glad you finally read a Reisz book! *throws confetti* Although, I haven’t read this one! Bugger!
I’m glad you enjoyed it! And weren’t bored… I was a little worried about that myself!
PS… Loving the new look! 😀 <3
I’m not sure if I’ll read this book but it definitely sounds like the mystery was done really well here. Thanks for sharing!
I’m currently number 17 in line for this at the library. I can’t wait to read this one since every blogger I know has raved about it. Great review!
I’ve seen this book around, but haven’t read it myself. I am glad to hear it was a good one. I like how you describe the mystery and how it weaves through the past and present. Sounds like a great read 🙂
Gah okay maybe I’ll have to give her another try. lol I read one from her other series and just didn’t get all the hype at all. Didn’t hate it but was just like eh okay.
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I’m really excited for this book. I’ve asked my library to get the audio. Now I’m just waiting for it to come in. I love Tiffany Reisz. The Original Sinners is a fun series.
This sounds incredibly EPIC and I love that it revolves around a bottle fo bourbon — I did not expect that at all! Even with the title lol!