When Poppy returns to her grandmother's farm in South Africa after years of running from her past, she must confront the trauma of her childhood and the secrets that shaped her. Surrounded by the rhythms of rural life, she begins to heal — but the shadows of memory and family history refuse to stay buried. A haunting exploration of resilience, love, and the scars that never fully fade.
Rated 3.9/5 on Goodreads from 400+ ratings — "Lyrical and deeply moving — Sherry writes with emotional precision."
Admired for its South African setting, themes of trauma and healing, and poetic prose. Readers highlight the raw honesty of Poppy's journey and the unforgettable rural atmosphere Sherry conjures.
Perfect for fans of Sue Monk Kidd's The Secret Life of Bees or Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Purple Hibiscus. Pairs beautifully with Sherry's Black Dog Summer for a South African Literary Fiction spotlight.A paperback (2015, Headline Review) in Very Good condition — minimal wear
