Bound in Roses
Bound in Roses by Katherine Kayne, published by Passionflower Press on January 23, 2024, is a 392-page novel that explores the journey of Lokelani “Lucky” Letwin, a botanist returning to her Hawaiian roots after a failed engagement. As she grapples with her past and the supernatural forces within her, Lokelani seeks to reclaim her beloved rosebushes while navigating the societal challenges of the early twentieth century. This narrative intertwines elements of romance, coming of age, and fantasy, set against the backdrop of the Gilded Age.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of emotions as Lokelani reconnects with her childhood friend, Artemus Chang, who becomes instrumental in her quest. Their growing bond is complicated by Lokelani’s internal struggles and the influence of a mystical teacher, pushing her to embrace her identity as a mākāhā, or Gate. The story delves into themes of self-discovery, love, and the connection to the land, inviting readers to witness Lokelani’s transformation as she learns to harmonize her dual existence as both a botanist and a conduit of ancient power.
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A red-hot Hawaiian romance blooms for a buttoned-up botanist who must learn to let go and embrace the ancient voice within her.
After a failed engagement to a high-society suitor in San Francisco, Lokelani “Lucky” Letwin returns home to Hawaii, leaving her beloved rosebushes behind. She’s desperate to establish a life of her own-a daunting task for any unmarried female in the early twentieth century but particularly for one passionate about plants. A stubborn, song-filled girl grown into an accomplished woman, Lokelani is haunted by a family tragedy. She is as reluctant to acknowledge her past as she is to accept the supernatural force building inside her, strong and inevitable. She is a mākāhā, a Gate, ever connected to the power of the land . . . if only she will admit it.
In her quest to retrieve her roses, Lokelani is reunited with Artemus Chang, a childhood friend, who’s now a handsome and successful lawyer. As the spark between them grows, Artemus agrees to help her recover her roses, only to discover her kisses leave him literally breathless. When a mystical teacher-a kumu-enters her life, Lokelani’s embrace of the voice of ancient power bubbling up within her-her leo-takes on a new urgency.
Will Lokelani continue to be bound by guilt and fear? Or will she learn to bring together her worlds as a botanist and a Gate-a conduit able to channel the power of the ʻāina into the world-to sing once more and claim her love?
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