Disclaimer: This novel is a work of original storytelling created entirely by the author. No generative AI tools were used in the writing or creation of this book.

Cover Design: The cover artwork was created by Debra Leigh, who holds a bachelor’s degree in digital multimedia design, and personally designs the visuals for all her books.

Author: Debra Leigh is an up-and-coming author with a passion for crafting emotional, twisting tales that linger in the reader's minds long after the final page.

One of the deepest inspirations for When Petals Fall was her niece's heartbreaking loss of both her sister and mother. Witnessing these tragedies profoundly moved Leigh and shaped the creation of Lily. This book is a tribute to her niece's spirit and to all young individuals who face life’s most challenging moments with bravery.

Description: Lily Hawthorn's garden has always been a vibrant escape, a place where she can nurture beauty and find comfort among her plants. But when her mother's sudden death shatters her world, Lily's once-thriving oasis begins to wither, mirroring the ache in her heart.

Amidst her garden's decline, a mysterious elder tree appears, its roots not only digging into the hardened earth but Lily's unspoken pain as well. As she turns away from the tree and her emotions, the land slips further into chaos. Only when Lily feels her absolute lowest does she realize that to save her precious garden, she must confront her grief head-on.

In a story about loss, friendship, and the enduring power of love, When Petals Fall is a tender exploration of grief from a child's perspective, touching on emotions young readers may struggle to express.