VioletaAlatriste
The Secret Garden of Glenwood follows Lila Brooks, a 14-year-old girl who feels lost in the small, quiet town of Glenwood. While the town is picturesque, with tree-lined streets and charming shops, Lila longs for something more-something beyond the repetitive cycle of school, chores, and her distant family life. With parents who are constantly busy and an older brother, Tommy, who seems to have everything figured out, Lila often feels invisible.
Her life begins to change when she stumbles upon a forgotten part of town-the old, overgrown park on the edge of Glenwood. This once-beautiful garden, now neglected and filled with vines, holds an air of mystery. Some of the older residents speak of a secret garden hidden within the park, said to possess magical qualities. Though Lila doesn't fully believe it, she is drawn to the place, feeling a strange connection to its quiet, forgotten corners.
Lila befriends Jonah Turner, a quiet boy new to town who shares her curiosity about the park. Together, they start to explore its hidden spaces, cleaning up the mess of time and neglect. As they restore the garden, they realize it holds more than just beauty-it has the power to heal, both physically and emotionally. Lila begins to have vivid dreams about her great-grandmother, who once believed in the garden's magic, and she finds herself reconnecting with her past.
Through their work in the garden, Lila grows closer to her family, especially Tommy, who begins to understand her in ways he never had before. Lila learns that the real magic isn't in grand miracles but in the quiet moments of personal growth, forgiveness, and connection. The Secret Garden of Glenwood is a heartfelt story about self-discovery, family, and the subtle magic found in everyday life.