What would you say the true essence of your book is? April 5, 2014 By Ask the Author › Category: General › What would you say the true essence of your book is? 0 Vote Up Vote Down b00k r3vi3ws asked 11 years ago 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Michelle Corasanti Staff answered 11 years ago The true essence of The Almond Tree is that we should celebrate differences and find our common humanity. It’s about peace, love and tolerance.