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A Memory of Violets

Hazel Gaynor
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A Memory of Violets

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Hazel Gaynor

A Memory of Violets

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1910s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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A Memory of Violets by Hazel Gaynor explores the lives of two orphaned flower sellers in 19th-century London. The narrative intertwines their experiences with historical events and personal transformations. A modern protagonist uncovers a long-standing mystery while working in a home for those with disabilities, forging connections across time through letters and shared memories.

Melancholic

Emotional

Nostalgic

Inspirational

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.1

17,926 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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A Memory of Violets by Hazel Gaynor is praised for its immersive historical detail and emotional storyline, drawing readers into the lives of London's flower sellers. The dual narrative format captivates, though some find it predictable. Gaynor's prose is lauded for its lyrical quality, but pacing issues can detract from the overall impact.

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Who Should Read A Memory of Violets?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with emotional depth, a dual narrative, and rich period details would appreciate A Memory of Violets by Hazel Gaynor. Fans of The Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline and The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton might find it compelling for its themes of family and redemption.

4.1

17,926 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1910s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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