Under the Orchard's Spell - by Ann Adams (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A woman reunites with her first love to solve the mystery of the strange occurrences plaguing her family's pear orchard--only to discover the land holds more magic than she thought--in this cozy second chance romance.

"A beautiful story of love and loss, curses and choices, healing and happiness!"--Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

Ali Reid has luck so bad she might actually be cursed. The pear orchard she inherited from her late uncle is drowning in debt, her fiancé and best friend have left her, and now, with picking season looming, she has no way to harvest all her fruit before it rots on the branch.

Desperate, Ali turns to Logan Wright--the town's stoic carpenter, her first kiss, and the one she left behind. Now, fourteen years later, Logan agrees to move into her farmhouse to help, wearing plaid and a steady gaze, even though the land holds memories he's not keen to revisit.

As they work side by side, Ali's feelings for Logan come rushing back, and the orchard's troubles turn increasingly bizarre. Unnatural storms rage overhead. Jewel-toned rabbits take shelter in the barn. And, worst of all, the pears are crystallizing on their branches, like some kind of fairytale gone wrong.

The deeper they dig into these mysteries, the more long-buried family secrets they uncover--and the more they begin to suspect the land itself carries a curse, one that touches any visitor who lingers too long. With the magic stirring once again, Ali must uncover the orchard's secrets before she loses the one she loves all over again.

Review Quotes

"I adored every page of this magical, sweet, poignant, romantic, and beautiful story of love and loss, curses and choices, healing and happiness! A lovely second-chance romance with an enchanted orchard you won't want to leave!"--Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

"A cinnamon-spiced hug of a book that must be added to your fall reading list! When Ali's uncle passes away, she returns to the family's orchard and must uncover the mysteries--and potential curse--it holds. With a second chance romance, a sentient orchard, and a charming cast of characters, it's perfect for cozy romance readers!"--Demi Winters, New York Times bestselling author of The Road of Bones

"Stunningly immersive and romantic, Under the Orchard's Spell weaves grief, complicated family, heartache, magic, and the inescapable pull of a true second chance into a whimsical, page-turning small-town love story. Romance readers, meet your new favorite author!"--Julian Winters, USA Today bestselling author of Last First Kiss

"Ann Adams delivers an enchanting, evocative second-chance romance with a dash of mystery and magic. The perfect read to cozy up with--I was absolutely charmed."--Emily Ohanjanians, author of The Book Tour

"A truly lovely read about grief, love, and learning when to let go and when to hold on tighter."--Sabina Nordqvist, author of It's All in Your Head

"Craving a sweet seasonal read sprinkled with mystery and romance? Ann Adams's new novel delights from page one!"--Woman's World

"Perfect for fans of Sarah Addison Allen and Heather Webber, this is a charming blend of romance, magic, and small-town warmth."--Library Journal

About the Author

Ann Adams is a former athlete, and current writer, reader, and wonk. She lives in Sacramento, California, where she spends her time analyzing public policy and going for moderate hikes with her husband and overly enthusiastic cockapoo. Mostly, though, she's writing stories--especially those about women falling in love and finding their power.