Full Bloom

“Francesca Serritella’s Full Bloom is an absolutely gorgeous read—the perfect combination of romance, mystery, and magical realism, with a vibrant cast of characters who will make you wish you were a part of Iris’s world. Here is a big, juicy story that will linger long after you’ve closed the book.”—Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author of These Summer Storms“I love Full Bloom. Charged with emotion, it is a masterful portrait of one of the most intriguing characters I’ve ever met. With elegant prose and an insider’s knowledge of New York City, Francesca Serritella has created a dazzling world that draws us in and makes us feel we are wandering the brownstone-lined streets and hidden gardens of Greenwich Village. She writes of Iris’s longings and desires, passion and regrets, and she understands the art and science of love. What a wonderful novel!”—Luanne Rice, New York Times bestselling author of Last Night“Francesca Serritella is a literary wonder. Atmospheric and lush, Full Bloom is the story of Iris, so overwhelmed by life that only a miracle could set her free. With one spritz of an elixir, Iris is able to explore her potent past and visit the magical possibilities of her future. Serritella’s elegant prose includes a top note of originality, a middle note of pure heart, and a base note of self-discovery. A sensory feast for readers everywhere.”—Adriana Trigiani, New York Times bestselling author of The View from Lake Como“Beautifully written … This engaging story is part mystery, part romance, and infused with a hint of magic; an excellent choice for book groups.”—Library Journal “A delightful premise evolves into a sexy romp, then deepens further into an exploration of trauma, power, and responsibility… . Serritella balances whimsy alongside a melancholic sense of grief. Iris’ longing is so intensely rendered that it verges on painful. Readers are gifted with a heartfelt story of ambition and resilience. This novel would make an excellent pick for book groups; in addition to its heady themes, it’s sure to spark curiosity about (and within) the world of perfume.”—Booklist

Francesca Serritella is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of two novels, Full Bloom and Ghosts of Harvard. Ghosts of Harvard was nominated for Best First Novel by International Thriller Writers. She also co-authored a nine-book series of essay collections with her mother, author Lisa Scottoline, based on their Sunday column in The Philadelphia Inquirer. She graduated cum laude from Harvard University, where she won multiple awards for her fiction, including the Thomas T. Hoopes Prize. She lives in New York City with her eighteen-year-old cat and her new puppy.

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