Description

Together for another juicy summer, carefree Murphy, perfect Leeda, and big-hearted Birdie return to the place that allowed them to bloom. Brimming with all the charm, humor, and heart of Peaches and The Secrets of Peaches, this satisfying conclusion to Jodi Lynn Anderson's popular series reunites three unlikely best friends for a final sweet farewell.

When Murphy chose New York City, she left her first love behind. Now, a summer in Bridgewater means trading subway trains for pickup trucks and facing the boy she turned her back on.

Leeda expects her trip home to be over faster than her new Manhattan boyfriend can hail a cab—until a surprising inheritance saddles her with a huge responsibility.

Birdie's heart led her all the way to Mexico, and heartbreak brings her back to the orchard. But when the Darlington family decides to leave peach trees for palm trees, Birdie gets a crash course in letting go—and learning when to hold on.


One last summer to figure out love, friendship, and who they’re meant to be.


  • An Unforgettable Friendship: Three best friends—the rebel, the perfectionist, and the dreamer—reunite at the Georgia peach orchard that holds all their secrets.
  • A Second Chance Romance: Murphy left her first love Rex behind for the big city, but a summer back home means facing the boy she never forgot.
  • Finding Yourself: Leeda thought she had the perfect life, until a bizarre inheritance involving a rescue for miniature ponies forces her to question everything.
  • A Bittersweet Farewell: With the beloved Darlington orchard on the brink of being sold, Birdie must decide whether to fight for her past or embrace an unknown future.

About the author(s)

Jodi Lynn Anderson is the New York Times bestselling author of Peaches, Tiger Lily, and the popular May Bird trilogy. She lives in Asheville, N.C., with her husband, her son, and an endless parade of stray pets.

Reviews

“Anderson’s tale encapsulates the state of ennui and anticipation that accompanies the last stretch of adolescence.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Peaches

“This story stands on its own. A good choice for fans of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.” - School Library Journal on The Secrets of Peaches

“Anderson has drawn characters who are strong but also vulnerable as they learn to battle the demons within themselves and to accept the flawed natures of those around them.” - KLIATT on The Secrets of Peaches

“This novel features lush, intricate, and sensual descriptions and lyrical scenes.…These likable, strong girls face realistic situations but retain uniqueness.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) on The Secrets of Peaches

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