The Gift

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A powerfully life-affirming story of the wonder of nature, the ties of family, and the healing power of love from bestselling novelist and national treasure Alan Titchmarsh<BR><BR>***<BR><BR>An ordinary life. An extraordinary choice.<BR><BR>Adam Gabriel has always been a child of nature. Raised on his parents' remote Yorkshire farm, where life is measured by the rhythms of the flock, the turn of the seasons, and the yearly arrival of an itinerant local monk, he seems destined for a quietly contented life. <BR><BR>As Adam grows, Luke and Bethany see flickers of something extraordinary in their son - a healing touch that goes beyond his love for the land. But Adam's gentleness has always made him an outsider, and a powerful gift can also be a heavy burden... <BR><BR>When tragedy turns the Gabriels' life upside down, Adam faces a stark choice. Can he keep faith in his talents, even if it means risking the suspicion of others? Should he listen to the lure of new horizons, or does happiness lie closer to home? And when he needs it most, can he find the strength to save the people he loves?<BR><BR>***<BR><BR>There's an Alan Titchmarsh novel for every mood!<BR><BR> If you're looking for . . .<BR> An enthralling wartime mystery, head over to THE SCARLET NIGHTINGALE<BR> 'A perfect love story' (Katie Fforde), search for THE HAUNTING <BR> An uplifting, enchanting novel about second chances, dive into MR GANDY'S GRAND TOUR<BR> An absorbing family saga, head over to the page for FOLLY<BR> An escapist family mystery, read BRING ME HOME<BR><BR>Praise for Alan Titchmarsh:<BR><BR>'The story brims with intrigue' - Daily Express on THE HAUNTING<BR><BR>'A pleasurable read which fans will lap up' - Daily Mail on MR GANDY'S GRAND TOUR <BR><BR>'It's just brilliant - full of poetry' - Jilly Cooper

Few elements add interest to a garden better than a well-placed tree, and even small gardens can accommodate one. But trees are long-term investments, so it's worth knowing exactly what you want before you plant. Here Alan Titchmarsh guides us through the selection and planting processes, plus how to look after trees to ensure optimum performance and maximum impact.<BR><BR> * Garden design ideas and where to plant trees<BR> * Practicalities of location and aspect<BR> * Ornamental effects for all seasons<BR> * Pests, tree diseases and problems<BR> * Illustrated gallery of recommended trees