a story that will stay with you
Reviews
“…Kelly’s willingness to show Lavender in a not-always-so-lovable light makes this coming-of-age story a page-turning, realistic, and honest read.”
Linda Lowen, Author, Secret Syracuse, Book Reviewer, BlueInk Review and Publishers Weekly
"This book kept me glued to the page, wondering how it would end for Lavender."
San Diego Writers and Editors Guild
"For me, this book was John Knowles’ A Separate Peace meets John Green’s Looking For Alaska! Fabulous writing!"
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Book Club Kit
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Relatable themes. Lots to discuss. Perfect for book clubs.
Loving Lavender Finch is about secrets, shame, and the life-changing power of love. Your heart will break, along with Lavender's, but then you'll stay with her, rooting her on, willing her to make better decisions, until she finally figures out that trusting people with her truth will make room for the love that changes everything.
Book Club Kit
Book Club Kit
Secrets, shame, and the life-changing power of love
A story that will stay with you
“…Kelly’s willingness to show Lavender in a not-always-so-lovable light makes this coming-of-age story a page-turning, realistic, and honest read.”
Linda Lowen, Author, Secret Syracuse, Book Reviewer, BlueInk Review and Publishers Weekly
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LOVING LAVENDER FINCH
Kelly Bargabos's debut novel
Book Events
Loving Lavender Finch
12/16/2025
Book Club Discussion
12:45 pm
Fayetteville Center for Active Adults Fayetteville, New York
12/16/2025
Book Club Discussion
After reading Loving Lavender Finch in November, the Center is reading my first book, Chasing the Merry-Go-Round in December! Copies are ava...
12:45 pm
Fayetteville Center for Active Adults Fayetteville, New York
12/19/2025
Sip n Shop
6 pm
114 Reserve Fulton, New York
12/19/2025
Sip n Shop
I'll be there with copies of Loving Lavender Finch, along with other vendors, while you enjoy your favorite beverage and shop in this cool s...
6 pm
114 Reserve Fulton, New York
01/24/2026
Local Author Meet & Greet
1:30 - 3 pm
Liverpool Public Library Liverpool, New York
01/24/2026
Local Author Meet & Greet
I'll be there with copies of Loving Lavender Finch, along with other authors, to meet you and sign books.
1:30 - 3 pm
Liverpool Public Library Liverpool, New York
02/23/2026
Book Club Discussion and Author Meet & Greet
12:45 pm
Manlius Public Library Manlius, New York
02/23/2026
Book Club Discussion and Author Meet & Greet
Manlius Senior Activity Centre is reading Loving Lavender Finch in February. Copies are available including eBook and Audio anywhere books a...
12:45 pm
Manlius Public Library Manlius, New York
Kelly Bargabos