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If you enjoyed Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman or Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel you may want to try these books by Sarah Addison Allen:

Garden Spells
Sisters Claire and Sydney Waverly struggle to accept their family legacy. As the story unfolds the sisters learn to love each other and themselves. An apple tree, garden and recipes with fantastic powers along with colorful local characters help lead the Waverly sisters on their journey and discoveries. Check the catalog for availability.

The Sugar Queen
Quiet, awkward Josey Cirrini's peaceful life--caring for her elderly mother, enjoying romance novels, and indulging in her secret passion for sweets--is turned upside down when Della Lee Baker, a sassy, confident, and bold waitress fleeing an abusive boyfriend, decides to hide out in Josey's home. Check the catalog for availability.

- Submitted by Paula & Jacki @ Central

Dancing naked at the edge of dawn (2005) by Kris Radish
My cousin recommended this book to me and I'm glad that I read it. The life-altering events that occur in Meg's past, present and ultimately her future are simultaneously extraordinary and ordinary. With the guidance of friends both old and new, and a magical trail of clues left behind by her dead aunt, Meg discovers the life she was meant to live and the person she was meant to be. Meg's discoveries are inspiring to readers. Radish enters the psyche of the female mind and reveals it in a realistic humorous fashion.
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This book was fun to read as well as thought provoking.

Submitted by Paula @ MPL Central