This is a work of science fiction that tells the story of Jackie, a woman who has spent her life on the road and has few memories of her past. She returns home after her mother's death and begins to rebuild her life in a small house she purchases at the end of a long driveway.
As Jackie settles into her new life, she starts to focus on her own identity and sense of self-worth. She learns skills such as spinning wool, folding origami, twisting macramé, canning tomatoes, curing cheese, and holding downward dog. She also begins to explore her interests in botany and starts a garden filled with sundews, Sarracenia, and other carnivorous plants.
Throughout the story, Jackie's relationship with her mother is explored, including the reasons for her mother's death and the sacrifices she made for her daughter. The author, A.L. Goldfuss, weaves together themes of identity, self-discovery, and the complexities of female relationships.
The story is written in a lyrical and introspective style, with vivid descriptions of Jackie's surroundings and inner world. It explores the idea that our sense of self is shaped by our experiences, relationships, and choices, and that it's never too late to discover new aspects of ourselves.
Overall, this is a thought-provoking and beautifully written story that explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and female relationships in a unique and engaging way.
As Jackie settles into her new life, she starts to focus on her own identity and sense of self-worth. She learns skills such as spinning wool, folding origami, twisting macramé, canning tomatoes, curing cheese, and holding downward dog. She also begins to explore her interests in botany and starts a garden filled with sundews, Sarracenia, and other carnivorous plants.
Throughout the story, Jackie's relationship with her mother is explored, including the reasons for her mother's death and the sacrifices she made for her daughter. The author, A.L. Goldfuss, weaves together themes of identity, self-discovery, and the complexities of female relationships.
The story is written in a lyrical and introspective style, with vivid descriptions of Jackie's surroundings and inner world. It explores the idea that our sense of self is shaped by our experiences, relationships, and choices, and that it's never too late to discover new aspects of ourselves.
Overall, this is a thought-provoking and beautifully written story that explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and female relationships in a unique and engaging way.
I just finished reading the most beautiful book about this woman named Jackie who's trying to figure out who she is and where she comes from 
. I love how the author, A.L. Goldfuss, writes about how our lives shape us and how we can discover new things about ourselves even when it feels like too late 
. The part with the carnivorous plants in her garden is so cool, I'm definitely going to try growing some myself 
this book sounds so inspiring! I love how the main character Jackie gets to learn all these new skills and connect with nature - it's like she's discovering herself for the first time 
And the way they explore Jackie's relationship with her mom is so raw and emotional I feel all the feels just thinking about it 
. The writing style is like butter for my soul it's so smooth and vivid, I want to read more of A.L. Goldfuss's work ASAP 
. I think it's really interesting how she explores these different crafts and hobbies - spinning wool, making cheese, all that stuff is super chill and therapeutic, you know? But what I find most captivating is the way her relationship with her mom is slowly revealed through this story... it's like a puzzle, where each piece reveals more about their past and why she ended up the way she is 
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The use of lyrical language is so calming, just imagine getting lost in those vivid descriptions 