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The Memory Garden

Rachel Hore
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The Memory Garden

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Rachel Hore

The Memory Garden

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Period
Classical Period
Setting

Suffolk, England • 2000s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Memory Garden by Rachel Hore follows a woman named Mel, who is drawn to a mysterious garden that holds secrets of the past. As Mel uncovers stories entwined with the garden, she confronts her own memories and life choices. The narrative explores themes of history, memory, and personal discovery.

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Melancholic

Emotional

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

3.9

3,320 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Memory Garden by Rachel Hore is praised for its vivid portrayal of history and strong sense of place, capturing readers with its atmospheric setting. Critics appreciate the engaging narrative and well-developed characters but note the plot can be predictable at times. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of historical fiction, despite some minor pacing issues.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Memory Garden?

A reader who enjoys The Memory Garden by Rachel Hore would likely appreciate historical fiction with dual timelines, reminiscent of Kate Morton's The Forgotten Garden or Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale. They are drawn to themes of family secrets, past mysteries, and emotional journeys that blend the past with the present.

3.9

3,320 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Period
Classical Period
Setting

Suffolk, England • 2000s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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