At the Edge of the Orchard: A Novel

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“With impeccable research and flawless prose, Chevalier perfectly conjures the grandeur of the pristine Wild West . . . and the everyday adventurers—male and female—who were bold enough or foolish enough to be drawn to the unknown. She crafts for us an excellent experience.” —USA TodayFrom internationally bestselling author Tracy Chevalier, author of A Single Thread, comes a riveting drama of a pioneer family on the American frontier1838: James and Sadie Goodenough have settled where their wagon got stuck – in the muddy, stagnant swamps of northwest Ohio. They and their five children work relentlessly to tame their patch of land, buying saplings from a local tree man known as John Appleseed so they can cultivate the fifty apple trees required to stake their claim on the property. But the orchard they plant sows the seeds of a long battle. James loves the apples, reminders of an easier life back in Connecticut; while Sadie prefers the applejack they make, an alcoholic refuge from brutal frontier life. 1853: Their youngest child Robert is wandering through Gold Rush California. Restless and haunted by the broken family he left behind, he has made his way alone across the country. In the redwood and giant sequoia groves he finds some solace, collecting seeds for a naturalist who sells plants from the new world to the gardeners of England. But you can run only so far, even in America, and when Robert’s past makes an unexpected appearance he must decide whether to strike out again or stake his own claim to a home at last.  Chevalier tells a fierce, beautifully crafted story in At the Edge of the Orchard, her most graceful and richly imagined work yet.

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🗸 Title: At the Edge of the Orchard: A Novel
🗸 Rating : 4.1 from 5 stars (1537 reviews)
🗸 Languange: English
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Colliss Hussain
Delve into the pages of this engrossing historical fiction novel, where the past comes alive in vivid detail. Set against the backdrop of a bygone era, the story follows the lives of ordinary people caught up in extraordinary events. With its richly drawn characters and immersive storytelling, this book offers a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten.
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Kinnsie Holt
This captivating novel weaves together history and romance in a sweeping saga of love and loss set against the backdrop of war-torn Europe. As the world is torn apart by conflict, the lives of the protagonists are forever changed by the tumultuous events of the time. With its vivid imagery and poignant storytelling, this book is a moving tribute to the resilience of the human spirit.
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Lucy Rose
This gripping true crime narrative offers a chilling glimpse into the minds of some of history's most notorious criminals. From cold-blooded killers to master con artists, each chapter delves into the twisted motives and methods of these infamous individuals. With its riveting storytelling and meticulous research, this book is a must-read for armchair detectives and true crime enthusiasts alike.
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