The Secrets of Flowers: A heart-warming new novel for 2025 from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Keeper of Stories and The Book of Beginnings

‘I was in awe reading this book, wonderfully written, fascinating history and brought with it the scent of all those flowers. A delight for my senses.’ Milly Johnson The Lost Bookshop meets The Keeper of Stories in this utterly heart-warming story about friendship, hope and a mystery hidden in the language of flowers… The smallest treasures can hold the biggest mysteries… One year after her husband’s death Emma has become a wallflower, hiding among the brighter blooms in the florist where she works. But when a colleague invites her to a talk on the Titanic, she begins a quest to uncover who arranged the flowers on board. As Emma discovers the lost story of the girl and the great ship, she realises that flowers may unlock long buried secrets in her own life… Will she be able to unlock the mystery of the Titanic and heal her heart too? Escape into the world of Sally Page with the perfect summer read for a weekend away or cosying up in your favourite armchair! From the author of phenomenal bestsellers The Keeper of Stories and The Book of Beginnings comes another novel that will warm your heart. 'A gorgeous, gorgeous book.This is such an engaging read, packed with light, colour and kindness.' Hazel Prior, author of Away with the Penguins Readers LOVE The Secrets of Flowers **‘**Another masterpiece by Sally Page! I read this in one sitting. It moved me, made me smile and stayed with me…’ Reader review ????? ‘I devoured this in a day. I knew this book was going to be a big warm hug and it didn’t disappoint’ Reader review ????? ‘What a delightful book. Finished in one hit because I really wanted to know what happened … A book to make you feel glad to be human’ Reader review ????? ‘A lovely, lovely read. Great cast of characters and a wonderful story' Reader review ????? ‘A must read for anyone looking for a feel-good heartwarming read. I cannot recommend Sally Page enough’ Reader review ????? ‘I found myself moved to tears … I love Sally Page's writing style – she understands people and how they feel, particularly characters who are awkward in their own skins.’ Reader review ????? ‘This book has me laughing and crying… A brilliant read, loved it’ Reader review ????? ‘If you like flowers and history, then you will adore this book’ Reader review ????? ‘This is a story that will stay with me for a long time’ Reader review ????? Sally Page's bestseller, The Secrets of Flowers, is a compelling blend of contemporary and historical fiction. It's a story of marriage, family, and friendship, set against the backdrop of the 20th century, that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. For fans of Patti Callahan Henry (The Secret Book of Flora Lea), Sally Rooney (Beautiful World, Where Are You), Kate Morton (The Lake House), Matt Haig (The Radleys), and Clare Pooley (How to Age Disgracefully). HarperCollins 2024