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Synopsis
From the bestselling author of In an Instant comes the moving story of a family grappling with grief and a woman with the power to help them through it—or stand in their way. After a tragic accident claims the life of one of her children, Marie Egide is desperate to carve out a fresh start for her family. With her husband and their three surviving children, Marie travels to New Hampshire, where she plans to sell a family estate and then, just maybe, they’ll be able to heal from their grief. Marie’s plans are thwarted when she realizes a war veteran known by locals as “the river witch” is living in a cabin on the property, which she claims was a gift from Marie’s grandfather. If Davina refuses to move on, Marie won’t be able to either. The two women clash, and battle lines are drawn within Marie’s family and the town as each side fights for what they believe is right, the tension rising until it reaches its breaking point. And the choice is no longer theirs when a force bigger than them all—fate—takes control.
Is Where Butterflies Wander: A Novel appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
Parents should know this novel deals with the aftermath of a child's death and a family's attempt to heal. The emotional weight is significant, with themes of grief, loss, and family conflict.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of child, grief, and trauma.
Who'll love this
Adult readers will connect with this emotional story about loss, family bonds, and the difficult journey toward healing.