A Garden to Keep
A Garden to Keep
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
416
Novel • Fiction
South Carolina • Contemporary
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Garden to Keep by Jamie Langston Turner follows Elizabeth Landis, a substitute teacher in her late forties living in a small town in South Carolina. Faced with her husband's infidelity, Elizabeth turns to her newfound Christian faith and her church community for solace. With guidance from a friend, she reevaluates her marriage and herself, finding healing and forgiveness through introspection and faith. The novel includes themes of infidelity and marital challenges.
Contemplative
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Serene
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
653 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
A Garden to Keep by Jamie Langston Turner garners praise for its profound exploration of faith and relationships, with rich character development and lyrical prose. However, some readers find the pacing slow and the religious themes occasionally overpowering. Overall, it's a thoughtful and emotional read that resonates deeply with its audience.
Who Should Read A Garden to Keep?
A reader who would enjoy A Garden to Keep by Jamie Langston Turner likely appreciates introspective, character-driven narratives rooted in personal transformation and faith. Fans of Jan Karon's Mitford Series and Francine Rivers' Redeeming Love may find this book particularly engaging.
653 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
416
Novel • Fiction
South Carolina • Contemporary
1998
Adult
18+ years
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