SEASON OF THE DRAGONFLIES

Narrator Kate Turnbull’s soft and youthful expression enhances every magical moment in Sarah Creech’s debut novel. Alternating between a sweet, whimsical delivery of the narrative and a subtle Southern accent during dialogue, she emphasizes the beautiful setting of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the fragrant, rare flowers that the Lenore women use for their supernatural perfume—which promises success to whoever wears it. Turnbull’s gentle, feminine storytelling makes this intriguing story involving practical magic and a generation of women easy on the ears. However, once the unique flowers lose their smell and a client threatens blackmail, Willow and her daughters must find a way to save their powerful perfume. D.Z. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2014]