The Language of Flowers

This moving debut novel explores the life of Victoria Jones, a troubled young woman who struggles with connecting to others after growing up in the foster-care system. Weaving past and present, the story centers around Victoria's gift for the Victorian language of flowers, using their meanings to communicate her emotions. As she plants her own garden and unlocks the power of flowers to help others, a mysterious stranger at the flower market challenges her to confront her past and take a chance at happiness. A beautiful, mesmerizing read.