The Forgotten Garden
by Kate Morton
The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton holds a highly rated rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 138.4K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 648 pages.
About The Forgotten Garden
A foundling, an old book of dark fairy tales, a secret garden, an aristocratic family, a love denied, and a mystery. The Forgotten Garden is a captivating, atmospheric and compulsively readable story of the past, secrets, family and memory from the international best-selling author Kate Morton.Cassandra is lost, alone and grieving. Her much loved grandmother, Nell, has just died and Cassandra, her life already shaken by a tragic accident ten years ago, feels like she has lost everything dear to her. But an unexpected and mysterious bequest from Nell turns Cassandra’s life upside down and ends up challenging everything she thought she knew about herself and her family.Inheriting a book of dark and intriguing fairytales written by Eliza Makepeace—the Victorian authoress who disappeared mysteriously in the early twentieth century—Cassandra takes her courage in both hands to follow in the footsteps of Nell on a quest to find out the truth about their history, their family and their past; little knowing that in the process, she will also discover a new life for herself.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Kate Morton |
| Published | 2008 |
| Pages | 648 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.12 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 138,377 |
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What genre is The Forgotten Garden?
The Forgotten Garden is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Forgotten Garden worth reading?
Based on 138.4K reader ratings, The Forgotten Garden has an average score of 4.12 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Forgotten Garden?
The Forgotten Garden has 648 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Forgotten Garden?
The Forgotten Garden was written by Kate Morton. It was first published in 2008.
What is the ISBN for The Forgotten Garden?
The ISBN-13 for The Forgotten Garden is 9780330449600.0.
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