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Nightfall in the Garden of Deep Time Kindle Edition

by Tracy Higley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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2023 SELAH AWARD FINALIST, 2023 CAROL AWARD SEMI-FINALIST,
2023 AWSA NOVEL OF THE YEAR WINNER

"Higley evokes a specific mood quite masterfully… A cozy, atmospheric fantasy for bibliophiles.” ~Kirkus Reviews
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Kelsey dreams of a life filled with creativity.
She's about to stumble into far more than she imagined...

Kelsey Willoughby doesn’t have time to pursue her dream of writing a novel. Imagination doesn’t pay the bills, and she’s busy saving her beautiful bookshop from online competition, hotel developers, and the sneaking suspicion that nobody reads anymore.

Not to mention all those voices telling her she doesn’t have talent.

But then the vacant lot of weeds next door starts to shimmer.

When Kelsey stumbles into a luminous nighttime garden party, larger than the vacant lot that holds it and filled with enigmatic guests, she suspects they hold the key to saving the bookshop, and perhaps even to her own mysterious origins.

But answers aren’t forthcoming, not until Kelsey is willing to confront her past, step into her potential, and push deeper into the unknown edges of the garden, where an unexpected journey takes her into a world of dangerous revelation.

"With evocative prose and a deeply-embedded mystery, the magical realism of Nightfall in the Garden of Deep Time immerses readers in a delicious adventure of creativity and the arts. A must-read for anyone pursuing a creative life."

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Kelsey dreams of a life filled with creativity. She's about to stumble into more than she imagined.

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"Higley evokes a specific mood quite masterfully, transforming the experience of browsing in an old bookstore into a novel."
~ Kirkus Reviews

Anyone who breathes was made in the Creator's image—to create in some way—and MUST read this book! Nightfall In the Garden of Deep Time provides the balm for every human soul, giving deep meaning and purpose to the act of creating while relieving the need to achieve accolades for the things we create. Higley digs deep into the questions of our deepest motives for creating, and the barriers that keep us from it—both externally and internally.
~ Mesu Andrews, Christy-Award winning author of Isaiah's Daughter

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BHVCZ41R
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stonewater Books (November 5, 2022)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 5, 2022
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1632 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 438 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1737057972

Best Sellers Rank: #80,386 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #113 in Metaphysical Fiction
- #184 in Metaphysical & Visionary Fiction (Books)
- #349 in Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Literary Fiction

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I had a dream that started at the age of eight. It was audacious, but I didn’t know it at the time because I was eight. I was going to write a novel. This dream was big enough in my heart even then that I vividly remember the exact moment I wrote the first sentence.

But early rejection letters and harsh criticism nearly convinced me the dream was not worth pursuing.

I've since had nearly twenty novels published. But it was almost none. It could have easily been none. Our dreams are so easily crushed.

So remember: You have a purpose in this world. Something you are uniquely qualified to express. Don’t let it go.

As for the rest of my life, along my publishing journey, I have also earned a Master’s Degree in Ancient History, raised four amazing kids, built a shipping and logistics company, and traveled to Greece, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Italy, and Turkey, researching my books and falling into adventures. Life has been full and grand, and I still have lots of stories in my head, all trying to get out.

I'm currently passionate about landscaping around my 3+ acres of woodlands, reading good books (by a crackling fire in cold weather, outside near my pond & waterfall in warm weather), and traveling the world.

To experience my travel journals and see the exotic settings of my books, I hope you'll visit my website at TracyHigley.com.

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KittyMama59

Quite a Surprise!

Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024

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In more ways than one. I could elucidate, but I don’t want to spoil your adventure. I will, however, ask the question, is time travel possible. No one can say for sure, but the possibility has captured the imagination of too many to entirely doubt its validity. Are miracles real, and do they happen? Yes, every day.

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mollyo-o

Beautiful, descriptive prose, an homage to writers, musicians, artists, poets, et.al.

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2023

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I loved the language, character development, pathos and humor. I loved the theme of corporatism versus creativity and how difficult it is for creators to make a living at their craft. The author interweaves this theme into the plot and subplots and explores the paths creative people must navigate, and the consequences of denying their gift. Your creation is the gift you give to the world, an act of generosity, not of pragmatism. The creator must accept disappointment and failure as part of the journey.

For me, her descriptions of The Garden and its inhabitants was a total delight. All the famous artists were addressed only by their first initials.... Agatha Christie - "A", Charles Dickens "C". The mood is gilded era opulence and style, with musicians, poets, writers, artists communing in a fantastical realm of exquisite ambiance which is a combination of fantasy, mystery, romance and wish fulfillment.

The reader is often just as confused as the main character and Kelsey's visits to The Garden feel a little bit like a mix of The Secret Garden and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. You have to suspend reality and just accept what is happening and trust that the author knows where she is taking you.

The theme of adoption might be of special relevance to some, not knowing who you are and where you are from...and this is part of the theme of finding your true self which is crucial to the creative process.

I loved that each chapter begins with a poignant quote from a famous author. The author is very encouraging of her fellow artists who are struggling with their creativity, trying to live in the real world with its present financial stressors while nurturing their craft, endeavoring to bring their art to life.

Perhaps its ending is a little too neatly wrapped with a bow on top, some might say a little too sweet and "cozy". But it had enough truth throughout its pages to make it a TRUE story, and a GOOD book. I would definitely read more books by this author.

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Teresa Joyelle Krager

A Great Encouragement for Writers

Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024

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I absolutely loved this book!!! Even recommended it to my writer's critique group. Beautifully written to encourage all in the artistic community, no matter their genre or format. Thanks for the encouragement, Tracy!

Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2023

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Started out really good but then got so wordy and then the middle didn’t really connect well toward the end. The book is ok but not a favorite. Sorry

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Jane Carlile Baker

Beauty

Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024

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This novel had me from the first page and never let go.
So many truths about creating are revealed in her vining garden. Thank you. Tracy!

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Femmelady

A Magical Garden!

Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024

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Enjoyed this lovely magical realism walk through a night garden full of mystery and suspense! And who doesn’t want to wear a wisteria dress while finding Sam on a garden bench?!

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Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2024

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I love this story. I am 71, and my favorite book is When We Were Very Young by A A Milne. My Nana and mother read the poems to myself and my six brothers and sisters. We have pasted the stories on. I would put this story on the same shelf level.
I felt like I understood the message. The delivery was enchanting, the story so creative.
I am going to the bookstore instead of Kindle to search for more of your stories. I truly appreciate your talent.
Joseph Wernert

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Mingaling

Entertaining!!!

Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024

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Very good book! Loved it!

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My new favourite author

Reviewed in Canada on December 3, 2023

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This book was a pleasant surprise. I had not expected such a deep dive book into the struggles of a new author. The analyses of the main character's struggle to resume writing after many disappointments resonated with me and will do the same for anyone who has ever dreamed of being a published author, but questions their talents. The narrative of the story is unique and the threads of the story lines are multiple. Tracy completes each story line with many surprising endings. It was a wonderful read.

Hazel Moore

A truly mesmerising book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 30, 2023

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I absolutely love this book. I was taken on an adventure in creativity into a beautiful world where I was inspired and encouraged whilst reading an amazing story.

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amazing!

Reviewed in Australia on December 6, 2023

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Every once in a while you read a book that speaks to the heart. This is one such book. A message about creativity and being creative, about fear and the overcoming of it. A story of hope, of loss and love. A lesson in the power of beauty. All woven through a tale of characters finding their way in a world of challenges.

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Wow!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 28, 2023

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Initially found it hard to get into but having read all of Ms Higley's other books decided to persevere and so pleased I did. Caught out by the ending but this book really touched my soul. A beautiful story so cleverly written. Thank You Tracy. Looking forward to more of your books.

Julie Whitley

A story to keep you guessing

Reviewed in Canada on October 4, 2023

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I became thoroughly engrossed in Kelsey’s story…and her story within the story. Guessing with her who the creative people were in the Garden, anxious for her as the loss of her beloved Book Emporium looms, her Gran’s health fails and finances holding everything together dwindle to dust. And in the end marvelling at all the threads coming so satisfyingly together.
I loved it and highly recommend anything that this author writes!

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2023 SELAH AWARD FINALIST, 2023 CAROL AWARD SEMI-FINALIST,
2023 AWSA NOVEL OF THE YEAR WINNER

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