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In this beautifully written and powerful debut novel, Ella Joy Olsen traces the stories of five fascinating women who inhabit the same historic home over the course of a century - braided stories of love, heartbreak and courage connect the women, even across generations. Ivy Baygren has two great loves in her life: her husband, Adam, and the bungalow they buy together in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Salt Lake City, Utah. From the moment she and Adam lay eyes on the home, Ivy is captivated by its quaint details - the old porch swing, ornate tiles, and especially an heirloom rose bush bursting with snowy white blossoms. Called the Emmeline Rose for the home's original owner, it seems yet another sign that this place will be Ivy's happily-ever-after .
About the Author
?Ella Joy Olsen lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, a charming town tucked at the base of the massive Rocky Mountains. She is the mom of three (young adult) kids, the mama of two dogs, and the wife of one patient husband. Though she's always been crazy about words, Ella graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Finance. After many years spent analyzing numbers she gave up her corner cubicle and started writing fiction. Currently, she teaches creative writing through Lifelong Learning at the University of Utah and she is part-owner of Salty City Writing Workshops, where she mentors local writers and facilitates writing retreats. She has also lived in Seattle, Washington & Savannah, Georgia. Ella is represented by Rachel Ekstrom at Folio Literary Management. Published works: ROOT, PETAL,THORN (September 2016) WHERE THE SWEET BIRD SINGS (September 2017) BIRDIE & JAY (2020) Connect with her on her websites www.ellajoyolsen.com OR www.saltycitywritingworkshops.comOn Facebook ella.joy.olsen.author?Or on Instagram @ellajoyolsen
