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Flowers from the Storm

Laura Kinsale
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Flowers from the Storm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Laura Kinsale

Flowers from the Storm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

533

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 19th century

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Flowers from the Storm, Laura Kinsale portrays the story of a brilliant mathematician who experiences a life-altering stroke. Amidst struggles with communication and societal expectations, he finds an unlikely ally in a Quaker woman, navigating their complex connection in a historical setting. The narrative explores themes of vulnerability, love, and resilience.

Romantic

Emotional

Inspirational

Mysterious

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.1

16,929 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Laura Kinsale’s Flowers from the Storm is lauded for its complex characters and emotional depth, praised for defying typical romance tropes with a gripping plot. However, some readers find the pacing slow and the historical context occasionally overwhelming. Overall, it is cherished for its originality and passionate storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Flowers from the Storm?

Readers who enjoy Pride and Prejudice or Jane Eyre are likely to appreciate Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale. This novel appeals to those drawn to historical romance with complex characters, exploring themes of redemption, societal constraints, and passionate love.

4.1

16,929 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

533

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 19th century

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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