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The Forgotten Garden

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The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton is a captivating story intertwining past and present, exploring themes of family secrets and identity. It follows a young girl found abandoned on a ship bound for Australia in 1913, who eventually grows up to uncover the mystery of her origins. Years later, her granddaughter continues the quest, unearthing hidden truths in a Cornish garden.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate multi-generational mysteries that weave together elements of family secrets, enchanting gardens, and hidden pasts. The story elegantly shifts between timelines, revealing intriguing connections and long-buried truths, perfect for fans of atmospheric storytelling with a touch of historical fiction.

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The Forgotten Garden

A woman on a quest to find out the truth about her family, a mysterious Victorian authoress, a book of dark fairytales and a long-hidden secret - The Forgotten Garden is another addictive and compulsively readable romantic mystery from Kate Morton, author of the international bestseller The Shifting Fog.

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In 1930, at her twenty-first birthday party, Nell O'Connor learns the devastating story of an abandoned little girl, found alone on a passenger ship bound for Australia on the eve of the First World War.

Forty-five years later, she embarks upon a search for the truth that leads her to the windswept Cornish coast and the strange and beautiful Blackhurst Manor.

Nell's granddaughter, Cassandra, thought she knew her grandmother well, but when Nell dies in 2005, Cassandra comes into an unexpected inheritance. Cliff Cottage and its forgotten garden are notorious amongst the Cornish locals for the secrets they hold, and it is here that Cassandra will finally uncover the truth about the century-old mystery of a little girl lost.

A captivating and atmospheric story of secrets, family, and memory from the international bestselling author Kate Morton, The Forgotten Garden is a journey into the past and a testament to the power of family stories.

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The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton has been praised for its intricate storytelling and atmospheric setting, capturing readers with its compelling mystery that spans generations. Reviews often highlight the novel's rich character development and the beautifully woven plot that blends past and present. Morton's descriptive writing and ability to create a vivid sense of place also receive significant commendation, making it a beloved choice among fans of historical fiction.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760291600

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 486g

Pages: 568

About the Author

KATE MORTON grew up in the mountains of south-east Queensland. She has degrees in dramatic art and English literature, specialising in nineteenth- century tragedy and contemporary gothic novels. Kate Morton has sold over 10 million copies in 33 languages, across 40 countries. The Shifting Fog, published internationally as The House at Riverton, The Forgotten Garden, The Distant Hours, The Secret Keeper and The Lake House have all been number one bestsellers around the world.

You can find more information about Kate Morton and her books at katemorton.com or on her Facebook and Instagram sites by searching for KateMortonAuthor.

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