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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 Kindle Edition

by Sally Page (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 3,821 ratings

‘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 book 'The Keeper of Stories' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2022-12-12.

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  1. ‘Flowers are about women reaching out when their friends are celebrating or when they’re sad or sick or grieving. Flowers say, “I will always love you, my friend”.’
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  2. ‘Did you know,’ he says, as he unloads the coffee, ‘that our sense of smell is the only sense that has a direct connection to the two areas of the brain most strongly associated with memory and emotion, the hippocampus and amygdala? That is why, when we come across familiar smells, we are transported back to the place we smelt them and how we felt.’
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  3. ‘And don’t forget, Emma, to plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.’
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  4. ‘What I have discovered over the years is that most people do wish to help – it is just they do not always know what to do. So you have to be clear about what you need, and if it is something they can accomplish, most are generous.’
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The Secrets of Flowers

The Secrets of Flowers

The Secrets of Flowers

The Secrets of Flowers

The Secrets of Flowers
The Secrets of Flowers
The Book of Beginnings
The Keeper of Stories
Six Little Words: A feel-good and uplifting new novel for 2025 from the Sunda...
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"Tender and moving, The Secrets of Flowers is a beautiful reminder of how flowers embroider the precious moments in our lives."

-- "Evie Woods, internationally bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop"

"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, author of The Happiest Ever After"

"The Secrets of Flowers is a quiet tale of redemption in which a woman escapes her pain by investigating life on the Titanic."

-- "Foreword Reviews"

"The joy of finding friendship in unexpected places is celebrated in this uplifting read."

-- "Good Housekeeping"

"A gorgeous, gorgeous book. This is such an engaging read, packed with light, color, and kindness."

-- "Hazel Prior, author of Away with the Penguins"

"Filled with love and friendship, history and interest, Sally Page's story leads the reader into a world where human connection means everything and it's never too late to be who, or what, you always wanted to be."

-- "The People's Friend"

"This charming, funny, and poignant story about how friendship can be not only life-enhancing but life-transforming, is genuinely uplifting."

-- "Platinum"

"Thoroughly uplifting and joyful."

-- "Heat"

"It is a book of new beginnings indeed, that you're sure to fall in love with."

-- "Woman's Weekly"

"A powerful ode to friendship."

-- "Fabulous (Sun on Sunday)"

"A true gem...This delightful novel is like the unfolding of flower petals where the vibrant richness of scent and color slowly reveal themselves...There are many reasons to delve into this unique and gentle tale where readers will feel richly rewarded."

-- "Historical Novel Society"

About the Author

Sally Page is the author of The Keeper of Stories, which has sold over 550,000 copies in English. After studying history at university, Sally moved to London to work in advertising. In her spare time, she studied floristry, eventually opening her own flower shop. Her floristry experience offered a unique window into people's lives, and she began to photograph and write in a series of nonfiction books about how flowers mark life's most important moments. She also founded a fountain pen company, Plooms.co.uk.

In The Secrets of Flowers, Sally combines her love of history and flowers with her abiding interest in the stories people have to tell. Sally now lives in Dorset. Her eldest daughter, Alex, is a doctor, and her youngest daughter is the author Libby Page. Sally's next novel, The Book of Beginnings, will be published by Blackstone early next year.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CTJJJFZJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 29 Aug. 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 433 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0008612917
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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    4.3 out of 5 stars 3,821 ratings

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After studying history at university, Sally moved to London to work in advertising. However, in her spare time she studied floristry at night school and eventually opened her own flower shop. She soon came to appreciate that flower shops offer a unique window into people’s stories and eventually she began to photograph and write about this floral life in a series of non-fiction books. Later, she continued her interest in writing when she founded her fountain pen company, Plooms.

In her debut novel, The Keeper of Stories, Sally combines her love of history and writing with her abiding interest in the stories people have to tell. The novel sold over half a million copies in the UK and was translated into 29 languages, making Sally a Sunday Times Bestseller. It was also shortlisted for British Book of the Year.

Sally's second novel, The Book of Beginnings, was launched in September 2023. Her third book, The Secrets of Flowers, in August 2024. In both books, friendship and hope are major themes.

Sally lives in Dorset where she is currently editing her fourth book. Her eldest daughter, Alex, is a doctor and her youngest daughter is the author, Libby Page.

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Customers find this novel to be a gentle, beautiful story that allows readers to connect deeply with the characters' struggles. Moreover, the book is well-written and engaging, with one customer noting how it follows two lives. Additionally, customers appreciate the references to flowers throughout the narrative, the historical aspects, and the portrayal of kindness among the characters.

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76 customers mention ‘Readability’76 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be an enthralling read from start to finish, describing it as a beautiful story that is very interesting.

"...Emma’s story is wonderfully entwined with historic elements and her journey leads her to find peace and acceptance of things that occurred previously..." Read more

"...Betty and Les were wonderful, patient, and kind, they were such a great support for Emma...." Read more

"Such a beautiful, sad, poignant story. Wonderful writing, didn't want it to end." Read more

"I do love a Sally Paige Novel. This one took a little longer the other two novels to hook me...." Read more

35 customers mention ‘Heartwarming story’32 positive3 negative

Customers find the book's story heartwarming and engaging, with one customer noting how it allows readers to connect deeply with the characters' struggles.

"...this delicacy in so many ways throughout the story - the delicate nature of Emma’s grief; the way in which Emma’s new friendships blossom; Tamas’..." Read more

"Such a beautiful, sad, poignant story. Wonderful writing, didn't want it to end." Read more

"...constructed as Sally Pages “Book of Beginnings”, but it is a thought-provoking, unusual story." Read more

"Enjoyed the coming to terms with grief and the message of kindness and helping each other out...." Read more

30 customers mention ‘Writing style’28 positive2 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book, finding it beautiful and easy to read, with one customer noting it is written with emotion and feeling.

"...The Secrets of Flowers is a creatively written reminder that ‘life is beautiful.’..." Read more

"...and pain , losing her confidence and herself, which was written with emotion and feeling...." Read more

"Such a beautiful, sad, poignant story. Wonderful writing, didn't want it to end." Read more

"Good easy read" Read more

23 customers mention ‘Character development’23 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one noting how they feel like old friends.

"...I loved how her confidence grew and there was good character development...." Read more

"...It is a very gentle pace that allows the story and characters to fully develop. I really enjoyed this book." Read more

"Very readable and entertaining. The author has a gift for drawing the reader into her characters...." Read more

"...It was so worth reading and I found the characters interesting." Read more

16 customers mention ‘Flower references’16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the references to flowers throughout the book, with one customer noting how they are woven into the narrative, while another mentions how the theme helps readers reflect on their thoughts and behaviors.

"...I like how everything was tied together with flowers...." Read more

"...Telling two stories in alternate chapters, we learn about the story of Emma as she starts working at the local garden centre, and Violet, a..." Read more

"...I loved the synergies between Violet and our Red headed heroine. I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled for your fourth book Sally!" Read more

"...Beautifully written and containing bits of fact alongside the novel, it was really captivating and emotional, without being OTT - I loved it and..." Read more

11 customers mention ‘Kindness’11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's themes of kindness, with one customer noting how the characters enrich each other's lives, while another mentions how it provides hope in the strength of human connections.

"...They are the most endearing, encouraging and heartwarming couple...." Read more

"...Betty and Les were wonderful, patient, and kind, they were such a great support for Emma...." Read more

"...The characters the emotions and ups and downs of life The caring people we should all aspire to be helping each other..." Read more

"...the coming to terms with grief and the message of kindness and helping each other out. The focus on flowers was an interesting side of the story" Read more

10 customers mention ‘Historical accuracy’10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the historical aspects of the book, with one customer particularly noting how the Titanic research is seamlessly woven into the narrative.

"...The historical aspects were interesting, especially because Violet is a real life figure...." Read more

"...I did enjoy the references to flowers and the concept of the book with historical facts thrown in...." Read more

"...much insight into the power of flowers and friendships and the history of the Titanic. I loved it!" Read more

"...Characters with genuine warmth and kindness. Loved the research into the titanic, has piqued an interest in me which the film certainly didn't!" Read more

Mystery, Titanic a glorious read scented by flowers
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Mystery, Titanic a glorious read scented by flowers
A Five Star delight. The writtingby Sallly Page in The Secret of Flowers brings the unseen behind the scenes world onboard the Titanic to life. It certainly left me in awe of the powerful storytelling. This is a gorgeous read, comforting, and intriguing. The Secret of the Flowers lingers long after the last page is read. Published by Harper Collins UK
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  • Helen H
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful journey of acceptance and discovery
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 February 2025
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    ‘Delicacy’ - this is what I felt whilst reading The Secrets of Flowers and this is what I will take away from this book. Sally Page beautifully portrays this delicacy in so many ways throughout the story - the delicate nature of Emma’s grief; the way in which Emma’s new friendships blossom; Tamas’ grief; Violet’s recovery from illness; the splendour of the Titanic; the journey that Emma finds herself on, both forging her own path and growing in self-confidence, and also researching the Florist on board the Titanic; and of course the flowers themselves with the power and healing they bring.

    Emma’s story is wonderfully entwined with historic elements and her journey leads her to find peace and acceptance of things that occurred previously. The Secrets of Flowers is a creatively written reminder that ‘life is beautiful.’

    I cannot end this review without mentioning Les and Betty. They are the most endearing, encouraging and heartwarming couple. Everyone needs friends like Les and Betty, and I’d most certainly love to join them for coffee and cake in The Flower Cabin!
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  • Claire louise
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and heartwarming
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 May 2025
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    Although this was slow going , and the word Titanic was mentioned 178 times... i liked this story.
    Emma had been through so much hurt and pain , losing her confidence and herself, which was written with emotion and feeling. I loved how her confidence grew and there was good character development.
    Betty and Les were wonderful, patient, and kind, they were such a great support for Emma.
    Emma's mother was vile , but I would have liked to have known why she was so disapproving of Emma, considering she was a scientist !
    The historical aspects were interesting, especially because Violet is a real life figure.
    I like how everything was tied together with flowers.
    I think, though, it could have been shorter and less descriptive in places and became a little repetitive .
    There are trigger warnings of loss, grief, family disfunction, adultery and infertility.
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  • Moosie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 June 2025
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    Such a beautiful, sad, poignant story. Wonderful writing, didn't want it to end.
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  • Torialouise
    3.0 out of 5 stars Lovely gentle book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 October 2024
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    I do love a Sally Paige Novel. This one took a little longer the other two novels to hook me. Telling two stories in alternate chapters, we learn about the story of Emma as she starts working at the local garden centre, and Violet, a stewardess on The Titanic. I do love anything to do with The Titanic so it was really interesting to take this particular view of the ship!

    Love this quote

    “He tells her that an ocean is only a number of drops of water, like the raindrops that drip down the portholes some mornings. Without these drops, there is no ocean.“
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  • Lizanne Lloyd
    4.0 out of 5 stars An emotional story of 2 women from different centuries
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 September 2024
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    After the sudden death of her husband, Emma has abandoned her old life as a research scientist at a university and has taken a part-time job as a florist in a privately owned Garden Centre. She has always felt at peace among flowers, and she hopes that this will reset her life. The Garden Centre owners, Les and Betty are good company and Emma enjoys pleasant chats with Les, littered with proverbs and sayings, which amuse them both. Betty is more abrupt but as time goes on, she proves herself to be a valued friend in Emma’s new life.

    Emma’s story is interwoven with the tale of Violet Jessop, a stewardess on the Titanic. Emma feels drawn to Violet as she researches the florist who arranged the flowers on the Titanic. Violet works hard to support her mother and younger siblings but she enjoys the life on board. Researching her experiences helps Emma to deal with the grief and anger she feels.

    Each chapter has a flower subtitle, which has significance, as we travel with Emma in England France continuing her research. Despite increased involvement with others, Emma is still deeply troubled, so she needs to find out more about Violet.
    Although I really enjoyed this book it did not feel so satisfying or as well constructed as Sally Pages “Book of Beginnings”, but it is a thought-provoking, unusual story.
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  • Puffap
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great story that is not about what you think it is about
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 April 2025
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    Sally Page has written a fabulous story that emerges like allergens bulb. Each time you think you know what is coming she takes us somewhere different. It is a very gentle pace that allows the story and characters to fully develop. I really enjoyed this book.
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  • Rosie-Bell
    5.0 out of 5 stars A good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 June 2025
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    This is a lovey book. I really enjoyed reading it. The characters the emotions and ups and downs of life The caring people we should all aspire to be helping each other
    One character who is definitely not.
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  • ClareT
    4.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 April 2025
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    An enjoyable read. Had me turning pages & reading into later into the night. Ending a little more abrupt than expected.
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  • Lee W
    5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL!!
    Reviewed in Australia on 15 February 2025
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    Sally Page's writing is so beautiful and her character's observations on friendship and human nature are eye opening. Highly recommended reading.
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  • imlhs
    5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing
    Reviewed in the United States on 29 May 2025
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    I enjoyed reading this book. I felt invested in the characters and the story. The dual time line was interesting and added to the unraveling of the mystery. I am thrilled to read a wholesome, well written book without the typical overused plots and romance. The descriptions are so well done that this story seems to live and breath. The flowers and the fragrances filled the pages of my imagination as I read. I recommend this book as a refreshingly and entertaining read.
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  • sylvia isterling
    5.0 out of 5 stars Relaxing lovely story
    Reviewed in Australia on 21 October 2024
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    Just loved it
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  • Melinda A. Henke
    5.0 out of 5 stars Flowers speak of love
    Reviewed in the United States on 13 May 2025
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    This book fascinated me, as I also love flowers. This story is so beautiful....I had to be long for all the descriptions and meanings of flowers. This got to my heart, and so much of the story is the same way I have felt, so it had special meaning for me. All who have loved, love flowers, and have memories and feelings about love, wonder, and memories will lose themselves in this! So wonderful! A great experience.
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  • Juli Mor
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Lovely and Interesting Take on Flowers and the Titanic
    Reviewed in the United States on 8 April 2025
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    Sally Page really knows how to get inside a characters head and heart and display it for all to see or in this case, read. I loved this book. Emma was a strong female lead but vulnerable too. Using the flowers and tying it into the Titanic was fascinating. I had never thought about the regular workers and staff on the boat before. I ended up looking up some of the interesting facts she talked about in the book. What a lovely story about a woman coming back from a very difficult place. Sally Page, I love how your mind works. Please keep writing.
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