The Orchardist

I Kissed A CEO And He Liked It!
I Kissed A CEO And He Liked It!
After just a week of getting dumped, Gabrielle Taylor learned from a common friend that her ex-boyfriend and best friend were already engaged. Enraged by their betrayal, Gabrielle crashed into their engagement party and drank to her heart's desire. She put up a face and even wished her best friend and ex-boyfriend all the best. Claiming to already be in a relationship, Gabrielle walked up to a stranger and kissed him outright! . *** Other than his mother, his sisters, and his niece, Kyle Wright, the CEO of the Wright Diamond Corporation, never batted an eye for a woman. He was satisfied, running a business, not intending to be in any relationship. One evening, while excusing himself from a family gathering, a girl came up to him and kissed him out of the blue. His heart raced! Except for the drumming sensation in his chest, he felt everything around him turned mute. He took a deep breath and savored that blossoming scent, coming from the girl. His eyes unwittingly closed as he found himself relishing the brief but stirring kiss! When the kiss ended, Kyle's eyes struggled to open. It was as if time had stopped, and it suddenly dawned on him that for the first time since he could remember, he experienced what it felt like… getting a boner. After that fateful kiss, he swore to make Gabrielle his. *** Book 3 of the Wright Family Series Book 1: Mommy, Where Is Daddy? The Forsaken Daughter's Return Book 2: Flash Marriage: A Billionaire For A Rebound Book 4: The Devil's Love For The Heiress Book 5: I Fell For The Boy His Daddy Was A BonusNote: Each story can be read as a standalone. Follow me on social media. Search Author_LiLhyz on IG & FB.
9.9
127 Chapters
Alpha Alec's Redemption
Alpha Alec's Redemption
Sadie: Unrequited love is a b*tch, isn't it? I have been in love with Alec for as long as I can remember, but he never felt the same way. To him, I was just his sister's annoying best friend. I was sure he'd be my mate, but the moon goddess played a cruel joke on me because Alec found his mate, and it wasn't me. I thought nothing could be worse than seeing the man you're in love with happy with someone else. I was wrong. It took just one night for my life to change. Everyone turned against me. I was shamed, shunned, and tortured for a crime I didn't commit. As if that wasn't enough, Alec banished me, a fate that was worse than death. With a broken heart and soul, I left, vowing never to cross paths with him again. Alec: With a curse hanging over my pack and time running out, I had my hands full. I thought nothing could be more difficult than trying to lift a f*cking curse but I was wrong. It wasn't as hard as trying to convince a woman you hurt deeply to forgive you. Sadie despises me and wants nothing to do with me or my pack. Not after the sh*t we put her through. I want a chance at redemption, but will she ever forgive me? Will she ever let go of the pain I put her through? Turns out the woman I cruelly mistreated is not only my second chance mate but also the key to breaking the curse.
9.6
346 Chapters
Her Cold-Hearted Alpha
Her Cold-Hearted Alpha
Kiara Westwood was the 18 year old daughter of two Alpha parents. But she was born without one of the basic abilities of a wolf. Wanting to escape from the protection and concern of her family and pack which suffocated her. She moves to the pack of the Lycan King himself. Alejandro Rossi. Fearless, ruthless and cold-hearted. Alejandro cares for nothing or no one and that’s the way he liked it. He believes his sole purpose is to contain the danger that threatens their very existence. At 34, Alejandro had not found his destined mate, nor has he taken one of choice. Fucking women was just a past time and he didnt have the heart for love nor the interest. That was until Kiara stepped into his life, like a breath of fresh air or a storm on a hot summers night. Under the blood moon, by a cruel twist of fate they realise they are mated. Will Kiara be able to make her way into his frozen heart and revive any emotions he is capable of? Or would he destroy her completely in the process? ---- THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF THE ALPHA Book 1 - Her Forbidden Alpha Book 2 - Her Cold-Hearted Alpha Book 3 - Her Destined Alpha Book 4 - Caged Between The Beta & Alpha Book 5 - King Alejandro: The Return Of Her Cold-Hearted Alpha For updates, character aesthetics release dates and more follow me on IG author.muse or FB author muse
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132 Chapters
Mark Of The Alpha King
Mark Of The Alpha King
“ You feel this more intensely than I do. It hurts you more than it hurts me. It makes you yearn for me more than it makes me want you, Mate. ” He spats venomously as the light brush of his thumb against my lips, becomes a painful press._______All Miracle Cullen ever knew in her life was pain and suffering because she was born different. Her pack shunned her and her wolf left her at a young age, leaving her with nothing but a mark she bore since birth - Mark of The Alpha King. And now the Alpha King, Cain Reyes had come to claim his marked mate. Not to cherish her, but to kill her so he can mark the love of his life.
9.5
140 Chapters
Passionately Devoted to Loving You
Passionately Devoted to Loving You
##Synopsis: Summer Plath was Jasper Miller’s sugar baby, and he hid her away in one of his mansions. She was not like other sugar babies. Jasper Miller picked her off the streets, and she remembered nothing that had happened in her life before that as she had lost her memory in an accident. She wanted nothing in life other than Jasper Miller. However, Jasper Miller saw her as nothing but a replacement for the woman he truly loved.“Jasper Miller, if I die one day, would you regret everything that you have done?”“Go ahead and die, then!”Summer Plath did not have any memories to call her own. Jasper Miller locked her up in a mansion and treated her like an idiot. She was a replacement, and he kept hurting her. However, one day, the little idiot who used to be completely under his control disappeared. Only then did he realize that it was too late…
8.9
1570 Chapters
Alpha Gray
Alpha Gray
SIX-PACK SERIES BOOK ONE *The six-pack series is a collection of steamy werewolf shifter novels about a group of six aligned werewolf packs, the young alphas that run them, and the strong-willed women that bring them to their knees. If you're new to the series, start here!* GRAY : I've got a lot on my plate. Not only do I have a pack to protect, but I keep the whole six-pack territory secure by training and running the security squad. The new recruits are here for the summer, and it's my job to whip them into shape. I can't afford any distractions, but one of the female recruits is doing just that- distracting me. Fallon is the most frustrating girl I've ever met; she's all alpha female, and she openly challenges my authority. She's so far from my type, but for some reason, I'm drawn to her. It'll be a challenge to break her, but by the end of the summer, she will learn to obey her alpha. By the end of the summer, I'll have her on her knees. ~ FALLON : All I've ever wanted was to be part of the six-pack's security squad, defending our territory as a fighter. I've finally got a chance to live out my dream- all I have to do is make it through summer training camp and prove myself. I thought that the toughest part of training camp would be the actual training, but the alpha running the place is even tougher. One sarcastic comment, and Alpha Gray seems hellbent on making an example out of me, provoking me at every opportunity. He wants me to fall in line, but I'll be damned if I'm going to roll over. Sure, he's insanely hot. He's an alpha. But I'm not backing down. He's not my alpha.
9.9
55 Chapters

Where Can I Buy 'The Orchardist' Online?

3 Answers2025-06-29 05:35:36

I’ve been hunting down copies of 'The Orchardist' for years, and here’s my go-to list for online shopping. Amazon always has it in stock, both as an ebook and paperback, often with Prime shipping. Book Depository is perfect if you want free worldwide delivery—no rush, but it arrives in pristine condition. For hardcover collectors, AbeBooks has rare editions from independent sellers, sometimes signed. If you prefer audiobooks, Audible’s narration brings the orchard’s quiet magic to life. Local indie stores might not stock it, but many partner with Bookshop.org, where you can order online while supporting small businesses. Pro tip: Check ThriftBooks for secondhand steals under $5.

What Awards Has 'The Orchardist' Won?

3 Answers2025-06-29 22:38:51

I remember being blown away by 'The Orchardist' when it first came out. This novel by Amanda Coplin snagged some serious recognition, including being a finalist for the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, which honors writing that promotes peace and social justice. It also made the longlist for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction, a huge deal in the literary world. The Washington Post named it one of the best books of the year, and it was a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers pick. What stands out is how the awards highlight the book's emotional depth and its quiet, powerful storytelling. It didn't need flashy plot twists to earn its accolades—just raw, beautiful prose that sticks with you long after the last page.

Who Is The Protagonist In 'The Orchardist'?

3 Answers2025-06-29 21:56:04

The protagonist in 'The Orchardist' is Talmadge, a quiet, solitary man who tends his apple orchard in the Pacific Northwest at the turn of the 20th century. His life changes when two pregnant teenage girls, Jane and Della, appear on his land. Talmadge becomes their reluctant protector, offering shelter despite his reclusive nature. His character is deeply rooted in the land—patient, enduring, and attuned to the rhythms of nature. The story explores his quiet strength and the unexpected family he forms with these broken girls. The novel paints him as a man of few words but profound actions, his kindness shaping the lives around him like the trees he cultivates.

What Is The Setting Of 'The Orchardist'?

3 Answers2025-06-29 10:27:06

The setting of 'The Orchardist' is this vast, lonely orchard in the Pacific Northwest at the turn of the 20th century. Picture endless rows of apple and apricot trees stretching across the valley, with the Cascade Mountains looming in the distance. The story mostly unfolds in this isolated place where the protagonist, Talmadge, tends his fruit trees like they’re his family. The author does an amazing job making the orchard feel alive—you can almost smell the ripe fruit and feel the dry heat of summer. The nearby town is small and rough, with saloons and railroad workers passing through, but the real heart of the story is that orchard. It’s where Talmadge takes in two runaway girls, and their lives become tangled with the land. The setting isn’t just a backdrop; it shapes everything—the characters’ solitude, their struggles, and even the way the story unfolds. If you love books where the environment feels like another character, this one nails it.

Is 'The Orchardist' Based On A True Story?

3 Answers2025-06-29 04:21:20

I just finished reading 'The Orchardist' and went digging into its background. While the novel feels incredibly authentic, it's not directly based on a true story. Amanda Coplin crafted this masterpiece from scratch, inspired by the landscapes of Washington state and her own family history of orchard keepers. The characters feel so real because she studied historical accounts of isolated farmers and displaced women in the early 1900s. The central tragedy involving the pregnant sisters mirrors real cases of abuse from that era, though no specific event was copied. What makes it feel truth-based is how meticulously Coplin researched pioneer life - from apple grafting techniques to the workings of frontier brothels. Her descriptions of the Wenatchee Valley are so precise that readers often mistake it for nonfiction. The emotional truths about loneliness, redemption, and makeshift families ring especially genuine, even if the plot itself is fictional.

How Does 'The Orchardist' Explore Themes Of Solitude?

3 Answers2025-06-29 08:02:50

The Orchardist' digs deep into solitude by showing how Talmadge's quiet life in the orchard becomes his sanctuary. He's a man who prefers the company of trees over people, finding peace in the rhythm of nature—planting, pruning, harvesting. The arrival of the pregnant sisters, Della and Jane, disrupts his isolation, but even then, his connection to them is guarded, like he's afraid to fully let them in. The land itself mirrors his loneliness—vast, untouched, and full of unspoken history. When tragedy strikes, Talmadge retreats further, proving solitude isn't just his choice but his coping mechanism. The novel doesn't romanticize being alone; it shows the weight of it, the way silence can both heal and haunt.

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