About this ebook
Margaret longed for more than the poverty she was born into. But will her naïve ambitions cost her everything she loves?
America, 1940s. Desperate to escape a life of hardship, young Margaret Rose elopes with an older, wealthy man against her domineering father's wishes. However, her dreams of a glamorous future are shattered when her husband's ship is torpedoed after the US enters World War II. Suddenly a widow, Margaret must forge a fresh path for herself in a society where the odds seem stacked against her success.
Can she rise above this catastrophic misfortune to create the life she deserves? Or will the memory of her lost love and the era's strict social constraints prove too much to overcome?
Poignant and heartfelt, The Scent of Gardenias chronicles one woman's battle to carve out her own identity and independence in 20th-century America. If you crave emotional family drama, raw emotional battles, and inspirational stories of courage and tenacity, then you'll love this compelling historical fiction novel.
Buy The Scent of Gardenias now to be swept away by this unforgettable tale!
- A must-read for book clubs and fans of women's fiction
- Relatable themes regarding the contemporary female experience
- Inspired by a true story
- An emotional rollercoaster - have the tissues ready!
Editorial Reviews
Couldn't put down The Scent of Gardenias. Recommend this book to readers who enjoy a strong female character living in a difficult era that is realistically portrayed. Readers' Favorite
Against a backdrop of poverty in the 1940s, Margaret Rose dreams of a different life. Packed with family angst, the storyline highlights the main character’s tenacity and resilience against overwhelming odds. The Scent of Gardenias provides a rich tale of historical fiction highlighting the trials of a woman who bucks the norm to blaze her own path. Novels Alive
The Scent of Gardenias is a standout work of historical fiction that offers relatable characters, moving circumstances, and insight into a critical time in America's past. This is a wonderfully engaging story that is rich in detail with colorful characters that readers will come to love or hate. The depiction of life during wartime is authentic, and readers will fully empathize with Maggie as she struggles to adjust in the days after the Pearl Harbor bombing. Characterization is one of the many strengths of this work, as each individual comes alive on the page. Filled with delightful and engaging characters, The Scent of Gardenias is a poignant page-turner. BookLife Prize
About the author
Lorraine Haas used to speak fluent French as a child living in France, binge-watches too many shows instead of writing, and enjoys people-watching and travel. Sometimes she writes books.
