The Scent of Gardenias by Lorraine Haas – Review by Susan Ratchford

The Scent of Gardenias by Lorraine Haas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Scent Of Gardenias: A Strong Woman Overcoming Circumstances
By Lorraine Haas
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 stars

Inspired by her mothers true story, Lorraine Haas takes you on an emotional roller coaster of one Twentieth- Century woman’s battle against society and a life full of misfortune and catastrophe. After escaping a domineering father and losing her husband in the throes of WW2 this single mother has to try and find a way to support her child after having to quit her nursing job. Desperation drives her to a man who takes her situation from bad to worse. Will Margaret be able to live out her dreams and rise above all the heartache she’s had in her life?
This book brought up so many powerful and raw emotions. The fact that it was inspired by a true story made it feel all the more real and made my heart ache even more. It was so well written I was immediately drawn into Margaret’s story and moved by her strength and courage. This story brought me to tears multiple times, it was sad and I loved every second of it. I highly recommend this book!!! I haven’t stopped thinking about it!

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