The Restoration Garden

In this captivating novel by Sara O’Shaughnessy, landscape architect Julia Esdaile embarks on a journey to restore the historic gardens of Havenworth Manor, entangled in the personal history of its enigmatic owner, ninety-two-year-old Margaret Clarke. Set against the backdrop of 1940, the story explores the mysterious disappearance of Margaret’s older half-sister, Irene, an aspiring artist caught between love and duty during wartime. With the help of Margaret’s godson, Andrew, Julia aims to unearth the hidden secrets of the past, ultimately revealing a poignant promise tied to the gardens' restoration.