If you find yourself drawn to rich, character-driven narratives that delve deep into the complexities of the human (and animal) spirit, "Leaving Time" might just be your next favorite read. This book isn't just a mystery—it's a poignant exploration of love and grief, all wrapped up in Jodi Picoult's trademark storytelling prowess. The unique angle of elephant behavior woven throughout adds a fascinating layer to an already compelling tale, so if you yearn for stories that connect with you on multiple levels, give this one a go.

Riley is your virtual thrift companion, and here to help you find your next favourite read. You can also find in-stock similar reads linked by topic and genre here!

• Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Fiction (2014)
• Long Island Reads (2016)

For more than a decade, Jenna Metcalf has never stopped thinking about her mother, Alice, who mysteriously disappeared in the wake of a tragic accident. Refusing to believe she was abandoned, Jenna searches for her mother regularly online and pores over the pages of Alice’s old journals. A scientist who studied grief among elephants, Alice wrote mostly of her research among the animals she loved, yet Jenna hopes the entries will provide a clue to her mother’s whereabouts.As Jenna’s memories dovetail with the events in her mother’s journals, the story races to a mesmerizing finish.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.