Garden Spells
Sarah Addison Allen
Reading Time
at 250 WPM4h 50m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 50m to read Garden Spells.
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290
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Garden Spells
Published
2008
Publisher
Bantam Books
Pages
290
ISBN-13
9780553384833
Description
**In a garden surrounded by a tall fence, tucked away behind a small house in the smallest of towns, is an apple tree rumored to bear a very special sort of fruit. In this luminous debut novel, Sarah Addison Allen tells the story of that enchanted tree and the extraordinary people who tend it.** The Waverleys have always been a curious family, endowed with peculiar gifts that make them outsiders in their hometown of Bascom, North Carolina. Even their garden has a reputation. For the Waverly history is in the soil. And so are their futures. A successful caterer, Claire Waverly prepares dishes made with her mystical plants--from the nasturtiums that aid in keeping secrets to the snapdragons intended to discourage the attentions of her amorous neighbor. Meanwhile, her elderly cousin Evanelle distributes unexpected presents whose uses become uncannily clear. They are the last of the Waverleys--except for Claire's rebellious sister, Sydney, who fled Bascom the moment she could, abandoning Claire as their own mother had years before. When Sydney suddenly returns home with a young daughter of her own, Claire's quiet life is turned upside down. Together again in the house they grew up in, Sydney takes stock of all she left behind the Claire struggles to heal the wounds of the past. Soon the sisters realize they must deal with their common legacy--if they are ever to feel at home in Bascom...or with each other. **"Sarah Addison Allen has crafted a wonderful story that will cast a spell on everyone who has the pleasure of reading it." --KRIS RADISH** **"As irresistible as it is unforgettable." --DOROTHEA BENTON FRANK** This description comes from the 2008 Bantom Books trade paperback edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Garden Spells?
This edition of Garden Spells has approximately 290 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Garden Spells?
For most readers, Garden Spells typically takes between 6h 3m and 4h 2m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Garden Spells?
The estimated word count for Garden Spells is approximately 72,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Garden Spells?
Garden Spells was written by Sarah Addison Allen.
When was Garden Spells published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.