"Set in the fabled landscape of South Carolina's Low Country, 'The Richest Season' takes us on a heart-rending journey of discovery. Maryann McFadden is an exciting new author who writes with compassion, wisdom, and astonishing skill."

--Cassandra King
Author of 'Queen of Broken Hearts'

In Maryann McFadden's brave and carefully made novel, 'The Richest Season,' two women set out on open-ended odysseys. Joanna gives up all she knows for a single chance at all she needs. Grace relinquishes her aloof solitude to embrace life at its end, banking on the borrowed courage of a stranger. McFadden is out of the gate and on her way.

--Jacquelyn Mitchard, Author
'The Deep End of the Ocean,' and 'Still Summer'

"Should be a book club winner!"

--Tom Warner, Litchfield Books
Pawleys Island, SC

Book Clubs are raving about THE RICHEST SEASON:

"Filled with wonderful characters, exquisite writing and character conflicts that resonate with every reader, The Richest Season is the perfect choice for any book club. Many of our book club members are still talking about this memorable book!"

-Alison Woo, Book Club Editor, Speaking Volumes Book Club, Carolina Weekly News Group

"We are a diverse group of women, which results in different opinions in the literature we enjoy reading. The Richest Season was the first book that we had a consensus, and all thought it was a great read. We enjoyed the character development and the plot of the book. We are looking forward to many future novels from Maryann."

The West Gate Book Club

"The Richest Season is the perfect reading book selection -- engaging characters faced with issues we can all relate to that make for great discussion. We can't wait to read her next book coming out later this year."

St. Mark Book Marks

"Maryann McFadden's first novel was a wonderful addition to the many books our club has enjoyed! The touching journey of Joanna and Grace through the changes occurring in their lives ultimately brings them to the fulfilling knowledge of what is truly important. Their beautiful story draws you in from the first page and warms your heart. We are definitely looking forward to the next chapter in Maryann's bright future!"

The Bennington Book Babes