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About The Book
In this cozy magical realism novel set in a charming Southern town, a gifted tea maker, a grieving grandmother, and a searching teenager discover healing, family, and second chances—perfect for fans of Sarah Addison Allen and Practical Magic.
Discover the “sometimes whimsical, often insightful, always absorbing” (Shelf Awareness) Dove Pond series from New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins.
Ava Dove—the sixth of the seven Dove sisters and owner of Ava Dove’s Landscaping and Specialty Teas—is on the verge of realizing her dream: opening her own tearoom. But just as the doors are about to open, her enchanted teas begin behaving unpredictably. Sleep teas trigger vivid dreams, romance blends reveal hidden truths, and calming brews leave customers mesmerized by their own reflections. As Ava searches for answers, she’s forced to confront a long-buried secret that could change everything.
Meanwhile, Ellen Foster arrives in Dove Pond to bury her estranged daughter and settle her affairs, determined to bring her teenage granddaughter, Kristen, back to a more stable life. But Kristen is determined to stay—and sets out to find the father she’s never known.
As their paths intertwine, Ava, Ellen, and Kristen form an unexpected bond, uncovering long-hidden truths and discovering the power of forgiveness, community, and a little bit of magic.
A warm, big-hearted novel about family, friendship, and finding your way home, this enchanting story blends romance, grief, and hope in a richly imagined small-town setting.
Discover the “sometimes whimsical, often insightful, always absorbing” (Shelf Awareness) Dove Pond series from New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins.
Ava Dove—the sixth of the seven Dove sisters and owner of Ava Dove’s Landscaping and Specialty Teas—is on the verge of realizing her dream: opening her own tearoom. But just as the doors are about to open, her enchanted teas begin behaving unpredictably. Sleep teas trigger vivid dreams, romance blends reveal hidden truths, and calming brews leave customers mesmerized by their own reflections. As Ava searches for answers, she’s forced to confront a long-buried secret that could change everything.
Meanwhile, Ellen Foster arrives in Dove Pond to bury her estranged daughter and settle her affairs, determined to bring her teenage granddaughter, Kristen, back to a more stable life. But Kristen is determined to stay—and sets out to find the father she’s never known.
As their paths intertwine, Ava, Ellen, and Kristen form an unexpected bond, uncovering long-hidden truths and discovering the power of forgiveness, community, and a little bit of magic.
A warm, big-hearted novel about family, friendship, and finding your way home, this enchanting story blends romance, grief, and hope in a richly imagined small-town setting.
About The Author
Photograph by Tricia McCormack Photography
New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Karen Hawkins writes novels that have been praised as touching, witty, charming, and heartwarming. A native Southerner who grew up in the mountains of East Tennessee where storytelling is a way of life, Karen recently moved to frosty New England with her beloved husband and multiple foster dogs. The Dove Pond series is a nod to the thousands of books that opened doors for her to more adventures, places, and discoveries than she ever imagined possible. To find out more about Karen, check in with her at Facebook.com/AuthorKarenHawkins, on Instagram @KarenHawkinsAuthor, and on her website KarenHawkins.com.
Product Details
- Publisher: Gallery Books (August 1, 2021)
- Length: 368 pages
- ISBN13: 9781982141455
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Raves and Reviews
"Like tea, a new Karen Hawkins book is always a good idea. A visit to Dove Pond, where the real magic lies in forgiveness and acceptance, is balm to my readerly soul. Write the next book quickly please!"
– KJ Dell'Antonia, New York Times bestselling author of Reese's Book Club pick, The Chicken Sisters
"Full of heart, A Cup of Silver Linings offers up the perfect blend of family, forgiveness, and healing. With quirky, lovable characters and abundant small-town Southern charm, I enjoyed every minute spent in Dove Pond, where life is truly magical."
– Heather Webber, USA Today bestselling author of Midnight at the Blackbird Café
"A Cup of Silver Linings, a novel of loss, love, and letting go, holds magic for the residents of Dove Pond and for readers who believe that sometimes miracles really do happen."
– Nancy Thayer, New York Times bestselling author of Family Reunion
“With an eccentric cast of characters that would make Fannie Flagg proud, Hawkins has written a charming mix of romance, light fantastical elements, and small-town fun…recommended for readers looking for a cozy, big-hearted read.”
– Booklist
"The beauty of Hawkins’ writing is that even when it moves into the magical––and rest assured that it does—the emotions of the characters are authentic. Every scene, no matter how far from daily reality, is rooted in kindness and friendship, the belief we can all be better, and the hope that starting over is possible. A Cup of Silver Linings is the perfect way to spend an afternoon, teacup in hand, dreaming about what could be."
– Manhattan Book Review
"The literary equivalent of warm custard or fuzzy socks... A Cup of Silver Linings is for readers who enjoy the warmth and Southern authenticity of Fannie Flagg novels mixed with a dollop of Sarah Addison Allen-style magical realism."
– The August Chronicle
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