4.6 out of 5
13,482 global ratings
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.
303 pages,
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First published February 5, 2024
ISBN 9781662514593
Suzanne Redfearn
Suzanne Redfearn is the award-winning and bestselling author of six novels. Her newest novel, "Where Butterflies Wander" is about an unexpected journey of healing after a horrible family tragedy.
"In an Instant" published in 2020 was an Amazon #1 bestseller as well as a Goodreads Choice Awards Finalist. It was named Best New Fiction from Best Book Awards and has been translated into twenty-four different languages.
Her work has also been recognized by RT Reviews, Target Recommends, Publisher’s Marketplace, and Kirkus Reviews.
A former architect, Suzanne lives in Laguna Beach, California, where she and her husband own two restaurants: Lumberyard and Slice Pizza & Beer.
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5
my heart
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
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The story is written honestly and beautifully. Each character is described in such detail and each with their own voice that made me laugh and cry, feel angry and frustrated. Thank you Suzanne for writing such a heart wrenching tale.
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Donald Corrigan
5
A wonderful story of forgiveness
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2024
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Loved Suzanne Redfearn’s novel “Where Butterflies Wander: A Novel. Did not want the story to end. Great character development and relatable protagonists. Everyone played a role in making the story believable as well as thought provoking.
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wildcat_82
5
Not what I expected, this book was so much more!
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2024
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This amazing novel is perfectly written with some twists and turns that will make your head spin and your heart ache and smile at the same time. I’m still smiling through tears as I write this review (my first one). Suzanne Redfearn has crafted a captivating story that I’m sure I’ll read over and over again. As I’m sure my review implies, it’s DEFINITELY worth a read, or 16.
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susan neutz
5
charming sad and uplifting
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2024
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This story is sad, then opens up to be human and uplifting and ends on a wonderfully charming note. The characters are real in every sense of the word. A great read
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Amazon Customer
5
Heartbreakingly beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024
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A beautifully written book, lives intertwined with the pain and the beauty that makes us so fully human. I couldn’t put it down!!!!
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adria vanartsdalen
5
Outstanding read. The NH base is close to home, and many tears!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2024
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Loved the redemption and the relatable family life. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a tear jerker and redemption story at the same time.
chelsea
5
LOVEEEEE
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2024
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I was recommended this book on KU, so I went in with no expectations and not sure if I would like it bc it's not my normal genre, however I absolutely loved it. I fell in love with the characters, their growth, the hurt and the pain, the depth and life lessons.
I know by some of these reviews that people either loved or DNF'D and I say just give it a chance, you may just fall in love with these people as I did.
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Book Bug!
5
Engaging Book
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2024
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I enjoyed this book because it makes you realize that life can throw some very troubling circumstances into your life unexpectedly. A good family’s tragic loss brings them in contact with a woman who also had tremendous losses in life. These misunderstood circumstances places these two people on different sides. This causes even more loss for both of them. Through these traumatic situations, major life lessons are learned. Not just for the adults, but also for the children that were part of the story. Without going any further and giving you spoilers, this is a book you do not want to miss out on reading! The audio vision is fantastic also!
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Karen Giles
4
excellent!
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2024
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Suzanne Redfearn does it again. Another heartfelt story with surprising twists and turns. hearts and bodies break and are healed. Connections are stretched to their limits, but stronger bonds are formed. Relatable characters that you want to get to know. Highly recommend!
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RTemp
4
Nice Story! Well done!
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2024
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The storyline flows nicely throughout and the characters well developed. Without rereading a part of the story, I can’t figure out one of the incidents but that doesn’t ruin my enjoyment of this well written book.
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