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Автор Карен Уайт

Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Acknowledgements

CHAPTER 1

CHAPTER 2

CHAPTER 3

CHAPTER 4

CHAPTER 5

CHAPTER 6

CHAPTER 7

CHAPTER 8

CHAPTER 9

CHAPTER 10

CHAPTER 11

CHAPTER 12

CHAPTER 13

CHAPTER 14

CHAPTER 15

CHAPTER 16

CHAPTER 17

CHAPTER 18

CHAPTER 19

CHAPTER 20

CHAPTER 21

CHAPTER 22

CHAPTER 23

CHAPTER 24

CHAPTER 25

Teaser chapter

Praise for the Novels of Karen White

The Memory of Water

“The enduring ties between two estranged sisters drive the darkly engaging latest from White…. Careful plotting, richly flawed characters, and a surprising conclusion mark this absorbing melodrama. ”

—Publishers Weekly

“In this moving novel, White explores the bond between sisters, the link between artistic genius and mental illness, and the keen hold a place can have on a person. She vividly describes the Lowcountry and the pull of the sea. A chilling revelation, a love story, and a bittersweet ending add to this gripping tale. ” —Booklist

“This story is as rich as its South Carolina Lowcountry setting and filled with sympathetic, endearing characters that resonate. It’s an engaging, deeply moving story. ” —Romantic Times (4½ stars)

“Beautifully written and as lyrical as the tides. The Memory of Water speaks directly to the heart and will linger in yours long after you’ve read the final page. I loved this book!”

—Susan Crandall, author of Pitch Black

“Karen White delivers a powerfully emotional blend of family secrets, Lowcountry lore, and love in The Memory of Water—who could ask for more?”—Barbara Bretton, author of Just Desserts

Learning to Breathe

“White creates a heartfelt story full of vibrant characters and emotion that leaves the reader satisfied yet hungry for more from this talented author. ” —Booklist

“A can’t-put-it-down book by Georgia novelist Karen White. ”

Southern Lady

“One of those stories where you savor every single word ... a perfect 10. ”

—Romance Reviews Today

“Another one of Karen White’s emotional books! A joy to read!”

—The Best Reviews

Pieces of the Heart

“Heartwarming and intense ... a tale that resonates with the meaning of unconditional love. ” —Romantic Times (4 stars)

“A terrific, insightful character study. ” —Midwest Book Review

The Color of Light

“[White’s] prose is lyrical, and she weaves in elements of mysticism and romance without being heavy-handed.

An accomplished novel . . . ”

—Booklist

“A story as rich as a coastal summer ... dark secrets, heartache, a magnificent South Carolina setting, and a great love story. ”

—New York Times bestselling author Deborah Smith

“As lush as the Lowcountry, where the characters’ wounded souls come home to mend in unexpected and magical ways. ”

—Patti Callahan Henry, author of Between the Tides

More Praise

for Karen White

“The fresh voice of Karen White intrigues and delights. ”

—Sandra Chastain, contributor to At Home in Mossy Creek

“Warmly Southern and deeply moving. ”—Deborah Smith

“Karen White writes with passion and poignancy. ”

—Deb Stover, award-winning author of Mulligan Magic

“[A] sweet book…highly recommended. ” —Booklist

“Karen White is one author you won’t forget. . . . This is a masterpiece in the study of relationships. Brava!”—Reader to Reader Reviews