V.C. Andrews
Losing Spring
Losing Spring
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The novel is a combination of a forbidden romance, a family fortune, and a young girl in peril. It follows the story of Caroline Bryer, the daughter of a conservative TSA agent and former military brat, who falls in love with Natalie "Nattie" Gleeson, the daughter of a neighbor. Their relationship leads to the collapse of Linsey's marriage and her disinheritance from the Sutherland family fortune.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2024
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Caroline Bryer, the daughter of a conservative TSA agent and former military brat, Morgan Bryer, lives a structured and suburban life in Colonie, New York. Her mother, Linsey Bryer, is a descendant of the Sutherland real estate family. At the wake of their neighbor, Mr. Gleeson, Linsey, Morgan, and Caroline meet his charming daughter, Natalie "Nattie" Gleeson, who works for the American ambassador to France. Linsey and Nattie form a quick friendship due to their shared experiences as women of different ages living in different circumstances. Their friendship eventually blossoms into a romance, leading to Linsey's marriage collapse and her disinheritance from the Sutherland family fortune.
In a tragic turn of events, Linsey's marriage falls apart, and she is disinherited from the Sutherland family fortune. Caroline finds herself caught in a whirlwind of unexpected deaths, family estrangements, and a forbidden inheritance. She struggles to navigate the loss of her mother, the immense wealth of the Sutherland family, and the loss of contact with her father following the divorce.
Caroline's life takes an unexpected turn when she is locked away from the world by the Sutherland family, who fear that her presence will tarnish their reputation. However, Caroline refuses to let their control dictate her life and begins to plan her escape. She seeks the help of a sympathetic friend, who provides her with a means to contact her father and escape the family's grasp.
With the help of her father, Caroline is able to escape the Sutherland estate and begin a new life. She uses her inheritance to start a business and build a life for herself, free from the constraints of the Sutherland family. However, she cannot shake the feeling of guilt and shame that comes with her past.
Years later, Caroline receives a letter from Nattie, who has since become a successful diplomat. Nattie apologizes for the pain she caused Caroline and explains that she was manipulated by the Sutherland family. Caroline forgives Nattie and realizes that her past does not define her.
In conclusion, "Garden of Shadows" is a powerful and emotional novel that explores the complexities of love, family, and inheritance. V.C. Andrews weaves a tale of forbidden romance, family secrets, and unexpected tragedy, leaving readers captivated until the very end.
Weight: 213g
Dimension: 213 x 140 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781668015902
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