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The Secret Book of Flora Lea: A Novel

By Patti Callahan Henry

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When a woman discovers a rare book with connections to her past, long-held secrets about her missing sister and their childhood in the English countryside during World War II are revealed in this “beguiling blend of hope, mystery, and true familial love” (Sadeqa Johnson, New York Times bestselling author).

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Published May 2, 2023

384 pages

Average rating: 7.65

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Cathy W.

May 15, 2025

7/10 stars

It's a pleasant book, but lots of "holes" in the story!

Anonymous

Jan 14, 2025

8/10 stars

I think my review of this book has definitely been influenced by having just read two long, heavy (physically and emotionally) books over the last month. This book starts out on a lighter note- it intertwines a fairytale with a coming of age story and a mystery which kept me reading. A little slow at parts but overall an enjoyable read.

AT85

Jan 05, 2025

10/10 stars

Great story loved it

LMahoney

Oct 07, 2024

8/10 stars

A slow start led me to think I wouldn't get into this. But I was pleasantly surprised by how invested I got towards the end.

Smartsiartsi

Sep 15, 2024

I LOVEd this book! One of my favorite books that I read this year! There was love, history, mystery, surprises, family secrets and English accents! who could ask for more.