This was sweet, fun, and had great ambiance. The vinyard and the biscuit restaurant are both places I'd love to spend time, and I enjoyed the journey the MCs took to get their HEA.

Great ending to a great series. I think the series books have always been my favorite of Brayden's, so I was sad to see this one end, but happy it was with Madison.

Madison had a tough time in the 2nd book, so I was glad she was given her time to get her head on straight and fall in love with the right girl this time. Clementine I think I even liked more than Madison. She'd had a crush on her for a long time, so I'm a little bit of a sucker for the girl finally getting the girl. She also was so sweet, even when she was trying to be mean.

Madison was oblivious through a lot of the book, as she always has been, but she redeems herself in the end.

Overall, great book and great series.

Once again Brayden wrote a beautiful story to finish the series.

Compared to the other two books this took me a little longer to adjust to as, one I thought the relationship was extremely fast without the build-up and two, it seemed Maidson how I visited her from the other books seemed very different in this one.

However, if you want a nice love story, great writing, laughs, cake and wine then this is the book for you.

I will read anything by Melissa Brayden and this story did not disappoint.. Although it’s not been my favorite series that Brayden has written it’s still a good series. Can’t wait till her next book..

I love all books by this author, can highly recommend. Just wonderful. The main characters are well developed and its so well written you feel personally involved in the journey.

I didn’t know what to expect before I began this third and final installment to the Tangled Valley series. To be honest, Madison had become one of my least favorite characters in the series. I love the predominant friendships between the three ladies of the series, but something about Madison after book two just made me a little itchy. When I read the synopsis for book three, I was somewhat hesitant to dive into a romance involving Madison. However, that all quickly changed as I began devouring the pages of this book.

Book three institutes a strong change in Madison; she begins to evolve in the most appealing ways. Brayden once again demonstrates her genius as a writer as she tenderly and intuitively crafts Madison as a main character. She constructs her in such a way that readers are allowed the chance to connect with her on a whole new level. Brayden seems to understand that it’s imperative for readers to reshape their thinking about Madison. It’s not only essential for the success of the story, but the romance. This understanding enables Madison to enjoy the glory of one of the most interesting and dynamic characters of not only the friend trio, but the series as a whole. One can attribute this to Brayden’s impressive talent as storyteller.

This story works, but it’s not solely on the merits of Madison’s character growth alone. Clementine, What a Tangled Web’s other leading lady, is certainly just as appealing. She is one of the most congenial characters in the book and is a perfect distraction for Madison. Clementine demonstrates a fragility and vulnerability that is more than touching. Readers connect with her on an emotional level and they immediately like her. Her backstory is beyond compelling and it gives the story the necessary dimension to elevate it to a refreshing new plane.

As far as the romance between Madison and Clementine goes, it puts off a heat index that would spark a fire anywhere. However, Brayden doesn’t rush it. She takes the time to build it properly. She slowly and organically fans the fires, and this makes a huge difference to not only the storytelling, but the romance as well. She brilliantly sows the seeds of romance and gracefully sells it.

Final remarks…

Brayden’s ability to maximize opportunity in story crafting is, once again, impressive. What a Tangled Web is going down as one of my favorite top five Melissa Brayden books. It is sweet, touching and heartwarming, giving readers all the “feels.” It could be read as a stand alone, but to fully appreciate Madison and her romance with Clementine, I would encourage lesfic lovers to read the first two books in this series. It’s definitely worth it!

Strengths…

•Adorable, well-developed characters
•Steamy, passionate chemistry
•Excellent ending to a sweet series
•Completely re-readable

just realized I saved this in my drafts and forgot to post it.

I am writing this honest review in exchange for an ARC sent to me by NetGalley. This is the third or fourth novel I’ve read by Melissa Brayden, and I enjoyed it as much as I have her previous novels. While I did jump into the third book of the little series, it was an easy pick up into the characters lives and I didn’t miss anything to heavily.

The two love interests were adorable in so many ways, and as always I found myself instantly captivated by them. It’s hard to not fall in love with her characters. They have so much depth for this kind of genre and the chemistry between the love interests is always so explosive. I did enjoy seeing their support systems come into play to help them grow as individuals as well as supporting them through their friendship.

The writing is quick and fun, but still has that added layer of depth that surpasses other books in this genre. The word choices are always lovey and I quickly devour these novels.

As I am used to when reading this authors books, the characters are pretty much a cliche stereotype that reminds me of a Christmas hallmark kind of tone. The characters are almost always too perfect and rarely have flaws in their physical appearance. Can we get a curvy girl? I’ve yet to read a book that has the main interest with brown eyes. Something new would be nice, but it is what it is I suppose. Thanks again to NetGalley for letting me read this wonderful novel in exchange for a review.

This is the 3rd and last book of the Tangle Valley series. All the books were fantastic, but I think this one is my favorite. What I like the best about Melissa Brayden’s writing is the lively banter that ensues. Madison and Clementine have known each other since high school and Clem had always had a crush on Madison. Years later after Madison had made a name for herself in the wine business she comes back to Tangle Valley to help Joey when her Dad died suddenly. Madison decided she needed to invest some of her money for tax break, so she decides to buy the Bacon and Biscuit Café where Clem is the manager. What Madison didn’t know is that Clem wanted to buy it herself. This creates tension between Madison and Clem. But as they get to know each other and forgive, it turns out to be a beautiful love story. One that really squeezes the heart. All the women of Tangle Valley have been wonderful. Joey, Gabriella and Madison found the loves of their lives. You fell in love with all the townspeople and all their little quirks. Melissa Brayden hit a home run with the ending.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publishers for the opportunity to read and review "What a Tangled Web".
I have really enjoyed reading this series and thought the series was complete after book 3. However, this was an unexpected bonus addition.

The plot was complicated by the two main characters and love interests of the book had a series of angst filled /questionable hurdles to overcome. Some would say the initial plot where Madison buys Clementine's work premises totally out of the blue was impossible to get around. She had no experience in the trade. Clementine's dreams and aspirations and hard-earned commitment to her job had built up the business and it was snatched away from her in the blink of an eye. Forgiveness wouldn't cut it for many, but they are able to navigate their way through and fall in love.

'I'm still not sure Madison deserved all her happiness! However, this was a neat tying up of the Tangled Valley series which I have enjoyed reading. It was good to see the various strands and characters development throughout and this last book does tie everything up neatly. It was this aspect that took this from a 3* read to a 4* read for me. It was my least favourite of the series. However, there is just something very satisfying to read a series that is so well drawn together and where the characters are developed and the different storylines and how they overlap, and interplay are completed so well.

Very sweet, story of two people who just meant to be together in specific time frame. They found each other, went through ups and downs and no matter how hard it got, eded up together.
It's a story about hopes, and dreams that come true.
The series is really good.

What a Tangled Web is the final instalment in the Tangle Valley romance trilogy by Melissa Brayden. It is also the first of that series that I have read. I'm happy to report that it can definitely be enjoyed as a standalone although I'm sure you'd have an even better and more emersed experience if you were a fan of the series already.
This is Maddie's love story. She is married to her work as the head winemaker, dedicated to the process and considered a bit too scientific and logical by her friends. The love interest is Clementine, the manager of their small town's very successful biscuit and bacon cafe. She went to school with Maddie and her friends but her difficult home life held her back from the social aspects. Clementine's feelings towards Maddie, however, turn from unexpressed crush to 'enemies' when Maddie buys the cafe.
There were aspects to this book I really liked. The close friendships were sweet and I found the winery setting very interesting. I really enjoyed Maddie as our protagonist, to the extent that I found the way everyone told her she needs to change (express herself verbally more) actually annoyed me a little. Not everyone expresses love the same way and while it is completely valid to tell someone how to make you feel loved, it felt like it was
There is a weird power imbalance in this book that they sort of pretend doesn't exist. Maddie is technically Clementine's boss when their relationship progresses so keep that in mind if that is something you do or don't like it. I felt like Clementine's 'hate' for Maddie was a bit too halfhearted to really hit right for me. Especially, because Maddie wasn't aware that she was stepping on her toes at all. I also felt that the .... I didn't entirely believe their chemistry. This book is very steamy but I sort of felt like sex scenes were used to show that they had chemistry rather than being the culmination of tension (your milage may vary, of course). Clementine seemed to dismiss Maddie's suggestions for the cafe without much consideration which bothered me. I did like Clementine, bookish and determined is a very fun combination in a novel heroine, but there was something missing there for me to really get invested in her. Personally, I feel like she expected more from Maddie than she was willing to compromise in herself which I didn't love.

Thank you to the publisher, Bold Strokes Books, for giving me this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

NetGalley:

I said to myself I would not read another Melissa Brayden book because of my disappointment over the last 3 or so, but here I am again. This was really hard for me to get through. Were they always so saccharine? 2 stars.

This was an OK end to this series. I think I expected more, but when I ask myself what else, I don't really have an answer. I related to book one the most because of the death of Joey's father. And I think Madison was my favorite character of the series, so of course I enjoyed this last installment.

I was really into the premise of this book. I was so excited for what was building up. Madison buying The Bacon and Biscuit right from beneath Clementine. Crushing her dream. But it never quite resulted in what was I was hoping for. I wanted Clementine to hate Madison but be unfairly attracted to her. And I wanted Madison to be falling for Clementine but never being able to get close enough because Clementine wouldn't allow it. But what we actually get is Clementine giving in a little too easily.

This third book wrapped things up nicely. I was even happy to see the growth and conclusion for the Biddies.

The problem with Melissa Brayden is that she is just so good. There is nothing she can write that I won't like. I'm positive of it. This book was written extremely well, which is no surprise there. There was a huge amount of chemistry and hotness. And even though I would have liked to have seen a slightly different trajectory of the relationship, it still was better than most lesbian fiction out there.

This was definitely more enjoyable than the second installment of this series, but I had a hard time liking Clementine and thought that Madison deserved a bit better. I understood the reasons behind Clem’s behavior, but that didn’t make me like her any more. Also, I find it difficult to believe that these women eat biscuits and bacon by the dozen every week with no mention of exercise and arent on their deathbeds with some serious health complications! A bit silly but what a world that would be.

I thoroughly enjoyed "What A Tangled Web," the final book in the Tangled Valley series. In this book, two of my favorite characters throughout the series finally get their turn. Madison is a winemaker and all about numbers and analysis, which makes it hard for her to verbalize her emotions. Clementine is a town favorite as the manager of the local breakfast spot. She had a rough childhood and once her life begins to look up she's not sure she deserves it.

This book follows Melissa's normal cadence of getting together, oh no there's an issue!, and then reconciling. While it's expected I really like this format because you get to spend more time with the characters as a couple. There's nothing more frustrating to me than characters finally getting together in the last few pages after a ton of angst and strife like you can find in other books.

I also really enjoyed catching up with Josephine and Becca (my two favorites from the series) and Gabriella and Ryan. One of my favorite parts of series like this as the "checks ins" with characters from previous books.

Lastly, I really enjoyed this town and a lot of the secondary characters that are a part of it. If you like wine, good friendships, and small town vibes, this is the read for you.

I'll end by saying that my other favorite Melissa Brayden novels are Beautiful Dreamer and Strawberry Summer and they're also worth checking out if you haven't already.

I read the first of this series, skipped the second, and enjoyed this. Like the first book I found some of the timelines or motivations forced for the sake of the story.

I loved Clementine and I'm glad she got a happy ending.

‘What A Tangled Web’ is the third in the Tangle Valley Romance Series, and is the perfect end to a wonderful series. Focusing on winemaker extraordinaire, Madison, and her chance at love, it is heart-warming, sweet and intensely passionate. When Madison is advised to start investing some of her money, she’s delighted to find that her favourite local breakfast place, The Bacon and Biscuit, is up for sale. And the thought that it’ll give her an excuse to see a lot more of Clementine, the manager, is an added bonus. Clementine has had a difficult life and managing the Biscuit had given her focus and purpose. Just when she’s about to make an offer on the cafe, Madison swoops in and buys it from under her. The entirely oblivious Madison would never intentionally hurt Clementine, so how are they going to deal with each other while Clementine is so devastated?

This story had all of the feel-good factor of the previous two in the series and a whole lot more. The two main characters were adorable and I found myself seeing Madison in a new light. She had moved on from the injured feelings of ‘Two To Tangle’, and we could see who she really was and how she ticked. Clementine was brilliant at her job, but her confidence levels were precarious. One knock and she was likely to topple. I wanted to hug her. I wanted this relationship to work and was cheering them on throughout. But they had to learn about themselves as individuals before they could be together.

This was the happiest ending to the most amazing trilogy. Melissa Brayden pulled all of the elements together, wrapped them up in a bow, and presented the reader with Happily Ever After to the max!

I was given this Arc to review.

This is a very enjoyable series, and I'm sad to see it come to an end. All three friends have found their true loves, and by working together they've improved Tangle Valley Vineyards and made a place for themselves in this quirky, tight knit community.

Madison and Clementine's romance is a good one. These two characters felt really true to life for me. Both ladies have their issues, but with some soul searching and support from their friends they bloom into strong, healthy women.

I recommend reading these three novels in order.

I'm a big fan of Melissa Brayden, and this was a wonderful end to a wonderful story. Filles with love, some angst and a lot of wine and good food - just the way I like my comfort reading to be.

To be recommended!

This did not disappoint. I enjoy the cast of characters and the story of a winemaker meets biscuit maker was entertaining. Who knew the two could make such chemistry? Of course they didn’t start out that way but the attraction blossomed with the help of friends.

The time spent at The Biscuit were locals gathered and gossiped was just charming. I would definitely like to have seen more of that.
This story was a fun, quick, delightful read and I really enjoyed it.