Book description
Set on a lavish California estate, The Seeing Garden is "a moving story with strong female characters" (Kirkus Reviews) for fans of Edith Wharton and Downton Abbey.
It's 1910, and Catherine Ogden is aching to live a creative and meaningful life. That's not easy to do when her aunt and…
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1 author picked The Seeing Garden as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This was a new-to-me author, and I absolutely loved the way she wove this story together with both historical context as well as rich character development and detailed descriptions of early twentieth century New York and California.
I really related to the vulnerability and intrigue of the main character, Catherine Ogden, who must navigate a world that is hell-bent on the all-consuming power of the dollar and male dominance. Ginny Kubitz Moyer’s rich narrative, lyrical prose, and attention to detail are what set this story apart for me.
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