The Lavender Garden
The Lavender Garden
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
France • 1990s
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lavender Garden by Lucinda Riley follows a woman named Emilie de la Martinières, who inherits an estate in France. As she unravels her family's past, she discovers connections to World War II resistance efforts. The narrative intertwines her journey with historical events, highlighting themes of love, courage, and family secrets.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Lavender Garden by Lucinda Riley intertwines past and present in a gripping way. Reviewers appreciated the engaging historical elements and vivid settings. Some found the pacing uneven and modern-day characters less compelling. Overall, Riley's storytelling prowess shines, despite minor flaws in narrative flow.
Who Should Read The Lavender Garden?
A reader who enjoys The Lavender Garden by Lucinda Riley is likely drawn to historical fiction intertwined with romance and mystery. Fans of Kate Morton's The House at Riverton and Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale will appreciate the dual timelines and richly woven narratives exploring family secrets and World War II.
32,920 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
France • 1990s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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