**Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult - Preloved Fiction from Patina Paperbacks** When thirteen-year-old Jenna's mother Alice mysteriously vanishes from an elephant sanctuary, she teams up with a washed-up psychic and a bitter ex-cop to uncover the truth. This gripping tale weaves together themes of memory, loss, and the unbreakable bonds between mothers and daughters—both human and elephant. Picoult masterfully blends family drama with fascinating elephant research, creating her signature emotional rollercoaster that'll have you ugly-crying on public transport. Perfect for fans of contemporary fiction who love complex characters and aren't afraid of feelings. If you devoured *My Sister's Keeper* or enjoy authors like Liane Moriarty, this preloved gem deserves a spot on your shelf. The bestselling author's expertise in tackling tough subjects shines through every page of this heartbreaking yet hopeful story. *"Absolutely captivating—I stayed up until 3am to finish it and couldn't stop thinking about it for days."* *"The elephant facts alone make this worth reading, but the plot twist genuinely shocked me."*
