Sarah welcomes award-winning author Laura Resau to explore the enchanting and mysterious world of her newest novel, The Alchemy of Flowers. Set within a secluded, centuries-old garden in the South of France, the story follows Eloise, a woman seeking solace after painful attempts to build the family she longs for. Answering an unexpected call for a gardener at the remote Jardins du Paradis, she leaves behind the noise of her life in the States and enters a place where beauty, transformation, and unsettling secrets bloom side by side.

Sarah and Laura talk about the inspiration behind this atmospheric novel—its magical realism, emotional undercurrents, and the ways nature can nurture, challenge, and awaken us. Laura shares her thoughts on crafting the estate’s strange rules, shaping Eloise’s emotional journey, and building tension through whispers, illusions, and the quiet mysteries that grow beneath the garden’s surface.

Listeners will hear about Laura’s creative process, including the research that shaped the setting, the symbolism woven into the flowers themselves, and the balance between enchantment and suspense. The conversation also touches on themes of healing, friendship, longing, and the courage it takes to protect the people we claim as family.

Whether you're drawn to atmospheric fiction, stories rooted in nature’s magic, or character-driven mysteries with emotional depth, this episode offers insight, warmth, and inspiration from an author who masterfully blends all three. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that celebrates storytelling, transformation, and the power of finding hope in unexpected places.

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