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In the Shadow Garden

by Liz Parker
Jeremy Carlisle Parker
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The richly atmospheric and luminous debut about three generations of women whose magic is as much a part of life as love, death, and the rich, dark earth beneath their feet—perfect for fans of Practical Magic and Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe.
There's something magical about Yarrow, Kentucky. The three empathic witches of the Haywood family are known for their shadow garden—from strawberries that taste like chocolate to cherry tomatoes imbued with the flavors of basil and oregano. Their magic can cure any heartache, and the fruits of their garden bring a special quality to the local bourbon distillery. On one day every year, a shot of Bonner bourbon will make your worst memory disappear. But the Haywoods will never forget the Bonners' bitter betrayal.
Twenty years ago, the town gave up more than one memory; they forgot an entire summer. One person died. One person disappeared. And no one has any recollection of either.
As events from that fateful summer start to come to light, there must be a reckoning between the rival Haywood and Bonner families. But untangling the deep roots of this town's terrible secrets will expose more than they could ever imagine about love, treachery, and the true nature of their power.

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    September 13, 2022

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      • ISBN: 9781668616369
      • File size: 265173 KB
      • Duration: 09:12:26

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Publisher's Weekly

      August 15, 2022
      Parker debuts with a magical tale of romance and family set in the heart of bourbon country. Addison Haywood, along with her mother, Irene, and her grandmother, Maura, are the owners of Lavender & Lemon Balm tea shop in Yarrow, Ky., and caretakers of the shadow garden, a plot of magical fruits and vegetables used to aid those healing from trauma and heartache. The Haywoods have a long-standing grudge against the other local dynasty, the bourbon distilling Bonner family; Irene was engaged to Nate Bonner. who broke her heart by cheating on her, while Maura maintains a tense rivalry with the Bonner matriarch, Sylvia. When Kaden Bonner, Sylvia’s estranged son who the extended Haywood clan has long suspected of murder, returns to Yarrow for his father’s funeral, his arrival sends a ripple through the town, unearthing family secrets that put both loyalties and magic to the test. Parker packs in several delightful love stories; a murder mystery; a beautiful, plant-based magic system; and a complex history between the two families. All are told with wisecracking humor and a sprinkle of enchantment. The result is a compulsively readable treat that will especially appeal to fans of Alice Hoffman’s Practical Magic series. Agent: Rena Rossner, Deborah Harris Agency.

    • Booklist

      September 1, 2022
      In her debut, Parker crafts an atmospheric and lush world of magic and intrigue. Set in the lush Appalachian town of Yarrow, Kentucky, the story concerns two families whose supernatural powers have shaped the town's history. The Haywoods create delicious magic in their garden, while the Bonners craft a nearly sublime bourbon at their distillery. The relationship between these families sets the scene. Each chapter is devoted to the viewpoint of either a Haywood, a Bonner, or even the Shadow Garden itself. The novel centers on a period of the town's history that has, for better or worse, been erased from its residents' memories. Can the mystery of this missing time be restored? The magical realism only enhances the mystery here. Ultimately, this novel is about mothers and daughters, and the way collective history can both strengthen and break relationships. The setting is well crafted and lovingly detailed, the characters are beautifully alive, and the central mystery is compelling. Parker casts a delightful spell with alternating perspectives and carefully revealed mysteries. Wondrous, compelling, and intelligent.

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