"Tiny wild strawberries grown on the path between our homes, and all around, the first growth of new fruit arrives seemingly overnight: Apple blossoms blushing against soft virescent leaves, mulberries fattening, nubby peaches the size of peas, and the first kiss of a pomegranate orb growing out of its brilliant flower."

"A very special book about a very special place."

"My Nepenthe serves a big gorgeous slice of American culture that I loved visiting through words and memory."