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Sarah Addison Allen, beloved author of Garden Spells, returns with a luminous story of the trouble with hanging on too long, and the magic that happens when you finally let go.
Autumn has finally arrived in the small town of Bascom, North Carolina, heralded by a strange old man appearing with a beat-up suitcase. He has stories to tell, stories that could change the lives of the Waverley women forever. But the Waverleys have enough trouble on their hands. Quiet Claire Waverley has started a successful new venture, Waverley's Candies, but it's nothing like she thought it would be, and it's slowly taking over her life. Claire's wild sister Sydney, still trying to leave her past behind, is about to combust with her desire for another new beginning. And Sydney's fifteen-year-old daughter Bay has given her heart away to the wrong boy and can't get it back.
From the author of the New York Times bestselling sensation Garden Spells, First Frost is magical and atmospheric, taking readers back into the lives of the gifted Waverley women―back to their strange garden and temperamental apple tree, back to their house with a personality of its own, back to the men who love them fiercely―proving that a happily-ever-after is never the real ending to a story. It's where the real story begins.
First Frost, by Sarah Addison Allen- Amazon Sales Rank: #3676414 in Books
- Brand: Center Point
- Published on: 2015-03-01
- Format: Large Print
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 1.00" h x 5.70" w x 8.60" l, .0 pounds
- Binding: Library Binding
- 500 pages
Review "Allen has written a beautiful, lyrical story, complete with genuine characters whose depth reflects Allen's skill as a writer. Allen's fans will be eagerly awaiting her next." -Publisher's Weekly"Thomas Wolfe was wrong. You can go home again, and in returning to the Waverley household, the winsomely wise Allen demonstrates that sometimes it's necessary to embrace the magic to find out what's real in life and in one's own heart." -Booklist, Carol Haggas
“You will love going to Lost Lake with Sarah Addison Allen and meeting all the fascinating characters who live there. This book is filled with mystery, magic, and wonderful surprises!” ―Fannie Flagg on Lost Lake
“Lost Lake is a love note to second chances, hopeful and entrancing, and I couldn't put it down.” ―Joshilyn Jackson on Lost Lake
“Sarah Addison Allen delivers a feel-good story with touches of magic.” ―Entertainment Weekly on Lost Lake
“This imaginative, lyrical novel is an intricate web of magical misfits, Southern gothic charm and the power of new possibilities, both romantic and redemptive.” ―NPR on Lost Lake
“Her eccentric cast of characters and charming Southern setting will win readers over.” ―Publishers Weekly on Lost Lake
“Readers will want to release their cares and woes for full immersion in this novel's magical setting.” ―Library Journal on Lost Lake
“This endearing tale of surprising second chances may just be her wisest work yet.” ―Booklist (starred review) on Lost Lake
“A feast of words…This is a story of love, loss, grief, and starting over--it is truly a treat to be savored.” ―RT Book Reviews on Lost Lake
About the Author Sarah Addison Allen is the New York Times bestselling author of Garden Spells, The Sugar Queen, The Girl Who Chased the Moon, The Peach Keeper, and Lost Lake. She was born and raised in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit her at www.sarahaddisonallen.com.
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111 of 114 people found the following review helpful. Thoughts On Reading First Frost By Tamela Mccann I finished Sarah Addison Allen's First Frost last night and as I write this review, it occurs to me that I have several strong thoughts/opinions to share. But first, a bit of background: First Frost picks up the story of the Waverley sisters, Claire and Sydney, back home in Bascom, NC, living settled, mostly happy lives in the shadow of their family legacy and the same, spirited apple tree living in the back yard. While all seems mostly well, there are undercurrents of dissatisfaction, and not just between the sisters: Bay, now 15, has revealed her feelings to Josh Matteson, who doesn't reciprocate, and nine year old Mariah, who has suddenly developed a friendship with a girl no one knows. There is also the presence of a mysterious stranger who doesn't seem to have the Waverley interests at heart.So, on to my thoughts:1) This book is filled with beautiful, luxurious statements that had me pausing to savor the words. A couple of my favorites: "...happiness isn't a point you leave behind. It's what ahead of you. Every single day." "...it was like she's brought the entire month of July with her." Gorgeous writing.2) A story doesn't have to be about a big, sweeping tragedy or event to make it worthwhile. It can be about a series of small events that resonate with your life and cause you to think.3) A touch of magical realism never hurts anything and generally helps.4) We believe what we choose to believe.5) Visiting with old friends, even old friends who need a good lecture, is always a welcome thing.6) Sometimes, all it takes to get you out of a reading slump is one fantastically engaging book. This is it.I loved this story, even if I did get frustrated at times, especially with Claire. I love all the characters, especially Evanelle and Fred; their interactions were genuine and touching. If I'm still not sure about the ending with Violet and Sydney (no spoilers here), I can still believe in it. Allen's writing is so vivid and alive, I would probably go along with an ending that involved unicorns and talking frogs (neither of which make an appearance, thankfully).Every time Sarah Addison Allen releases a new book, I'm practically giddy until I finish it, and this is no exception. My biggest problem is that now I'll have to wait more than a year for her next entry. First Frost is as good as it gets, and I suppose I'll just have to bask in its glow until the next one.
58 of 63 people found the following review helpful. First Frost By Collie Mom I have read and reread "Garden Spells" more times than other book. Claire, Sydney and Evanelle are Waverly women who any citizen of Bascom, NC can tell you have special talents. It is not witchcraft but they are considered "strange".First Frost takes place ten years after Garden Spells ended. Claire has married Trey and has a daughter named, Mariah. Using her talent for botanical baking, she has a growing business of candy making.Sydney who has married Henry owns the Whitedoor, Bascom's premier hair salon because her special talent--hair styling--has gained an ever-widening circle of clients. Sydney is desperate for another child but feels she can't tell Henry. She feels that Henry who has adopted Bay deserves a child of his own.Evanelle, the giver of strange items, is not the best of health. She is on oxygen and has congestive heart failure. Fred, her gay friend, has moved in and is her caregiver.Bay is fifteen years old and is pining away for her first love, Josh. She discovers her talent--making things "fit together"--has caught the attention of the prom committee and is suffering through the pains of love, cliques and fitting in.In the beginning, First Frost grabs you and doesn't let go. The suspense sets up when Bay spots an elderly man on the streets of Bascom. You don't know why Russell has showed up. The author drops little interesting bits of back history as the story goes on. Everything coalesces with the first frost of the winter season.I am so excited to read this and it doesn't disappoint. Sarah Addison Allen has made Bascom again come alive and I will be rereading this book for years too. I hope she writes another sequel.
22 of 25 people found the following review helpful. Enjoyable but not my favorite from SAA By C'est Moi "First Frost" is the sequel to Sarah Addison Allen's "Garden Spells", which is my favorite book from her. It's just as cozy-cute as the others but somewhat lackluster overall.This story picks up 10 years after "Garden Spells". Sydney and Claire are both married now, Claire has a young daughter named Mariah, and Bay is a teen. Each sister is successful in her individual business, but as fall passes by they both become exceedingly anxious. The Waverly women know that until first frost comes each year there will be all kinds and sorts of drama, but after it's happened everything will be fine and they can celebrate. When a mysterious stranger breezes into town, suddenly there are doubts and angst all around."First Frost" was a little different than the other books I've read from SAA (although I haven't read "The Girl Who Chased the Moon" or "The Peach Keeper"). While enjoyable, it is easily my least favorite. It's as if Allen was trying to do it all in this book. In addition to the Waverly sisters, Bay has a major story line and their cousin Evanelle and the stranger get a lot of attention as well. Consequently the story is uneven and all over the place. I imagine a lot of it was setting up for another book that will focus on an adult Bay and her Waverly quirk.My other issue is that the primary conflict was so contrived that the climax came off as plain silly. I really almost laughed when it came to pass. However, I found a lot to like about the book: the lighthearted humor, the parts that built on the history of the Waverly family, and more background for the setting. I also loved the ending.This book could work as a stand-alone, but those that didn't read "Garden Spells" will find that some of "First Frost" will go over their heads.
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