Zoey has no idea what it means to be normal. Everything she touches has a taste, and her father’s identity is a town secret. Her sisters have their own issues. While it's a struggle for Celeste to connect with the world, Ruby, who has a flair for the dramatic, doesn't worry about anything. Orphaned at birth, the fourteen-year-old triplets live with their aunt and mark seasons by the annual migration of captivating birds. Despite an almost idyllic childhood grounded in Aunt Flory's home-cooked food and family values, Zoey struggles with her identity in a community where the Starling family is the subject of gossip. But secrets run deep in the small town, and the triplets aren't the only ones with something to hide. Zoey soon discovers that the truth isn't obvious and different perspectives shape the world. It's always how you choose to look at things that matters most.

Bugs, Weeds, and Water is created by Evangeline Greene, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Bugs, Weeds, and Water

Don't forget, you promised not to tell anyone," Evelyn called to Zoey as they parted. "Especially not Ruby."


"You don't have to remind me," Zoey said. "I promise." 'She didn't need to worry. Considering the serious accusations that Evelyn's tangle of lies had created, she had no intention of sticking her nose further into the Turnbull's business.'


Across the yard, she saw smoke rising above the house. Remembering the leaf-burning ceremony, Zoey quickened her pace across the lawn. As she rounded the corner, she saw Dr. Tanner talking to Aunt Flory.


"There you are," Aunt Flory cried. "Where did you wander off to? I swear it's impossible to keep the three of you in one place."


"I went inside for a minute," Zoey lied.


"And Ruby claims Celeste's the one who gets distracted," she clucked.


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