Another magical and entertaining novel from Hoffman. I have read a few of her novels and have for the most part really enjoyed them. This one was no exception. I also remember seeing the movie version of this several years ago but I really don't remember the details of the movie to see how it compared to the novel. The movie starred Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman and I do remember enjoying it. Guess I need to rewatch it soon!
The novel follows the story of orphans Sally and Gillian Owens who are taken in by their magically gifted aunts. While growing up, they begin to learn how their magical backgrounds have caused quite a stir in their town in Massachusetts through taunts, whispers, and women sneaking to their home in the middle of the night for love potions. Gillian leaves home and travels west of the Mississippi where she gets involved with several different men including Jimmy, an abuser and criminal. Sally gets married and has two daughters but loses her husband in a tragic accident. Many years go by and then three generations of the Owens women are united to provide insight into their past and present with magical and practical solutions including finding what appears to be lasting love for the two sisters.
Overall an enjoyable and compelling read from Hoffman. I have a few other novels by her that I hope to read soon.
The novel follows the story of orphans Sally and Gillian Owens who are taken in by their magically gifted aunts. While growing up, they begin to learn how their magical backgrounds have caused quite a stir in their town in Massachusetts through taunts, whispers, and women sneaking to their home in the middle of the night for love potions. Gillian leaves home and travels west of the Mississippi where she gets involved with several different men including Jimmy, an abuser and criminal. Sally gets married and has two daughters but loses her husband in a tragic accident. Many years go by and then three generations of the Owens women are united to provide insight into their past and present with magical and practical solutions including finding what appears to be lasting love for the two sisters.
Overall an enjoyable and compelling read from Hoffman. I have a few other novels by her that I hope to read soon.
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