and some very good recipes woven into a tale of a life reconstructed through hard work, friendships and a strong desire to make sense of the world. With her heart broken and world view shattered, big-city refugee Sara immerses herself in learning how to grow her own food in rural Sonoma County, California. A grumpy reclusive neighbor understands sustainability and his garden proves inspirational, as does the work of Renny, a friendly gardener from a community garden. Best friend Jen, left behind in Chicago, is an emotional anchor as Sara’s new life slowly expands to include a young financial planner who shares Sara’s love of good food, and a flamboyant neighbor who helps Sara find catering jobs. Buying a flock of chickens on craig’s list leads her into a healing relationship with an older man. Taking her locovore beliefs too far results in an arrest for poaching. In the aftermath she strives to understand who she has become and how she wants to live her life. That includes deciding just how far to let Matt, the Department of Fish and Game officer who triggered her arrest, into her life... and her heart.

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