The Two Lives of Lydia Bird

Name: The Two Lives of Lydia Bird
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241986165
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A gorgeously romantic love story for anyone who has ever thought ‘What If?’

By Josie Silver

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Summary

The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver is a heartwarming tale that follows Lydia as she faces the devastating loss of her fiancé, Freddie. Struggling with grief, Lydia discovers a parallel world where Freddie is still alive, giving her the chance to live two different lives simultaneously. This emotional journey explores themes of love, loss, and moving forward as Lydia navigates her way through both worlds.
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Description

The much anticipated and utterly captivating new novel from the author of the 2018 runaway sensation, One Day in December.

Lydia and Freddie. Freddie and Lydia. They've been together for almost a decade, and Lydia thinks their love is indestructible.

But she's wrong. Because on her 27th birthday, Freddie dies in a tragic accident.

So now it's just Lydia, and all she wants to do is hide indoors and sob 'til her eyes fall out. But Lydia knows that Freddie would want her to live her life well. So, enlisting the help of his best friend and her sister Elle, she takes her first tentative steps into the world and starts to live—perhaps even to love—again.

Then something unbelievable happens, and Lydia gets another chance at her old life with Freddie. But what if there's someone in her new life who wants her to stay?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Josie Silver's latest novel is receiving praise for its emotional depth and beautiful portrayal of grief and healing. The story is compared to beloved romantic tales, with many reviewers highlighting its ability to make readers laugh, cry, and feel profoundly moved. Characterised by its unique take on a love triangle and its heartfelt narrative, it's seen as a touching exploration of love and loss. The book is noted for being both heartwarming and bittersweet, leaving a lasting impression on readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241986165

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 310g

Pages: 448

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Contemporary Romance Cosy Romance Fiction General Fiction Josie Silver Literary Fiction Penguin Books Romance

About the Author

Josie Silver is the Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December and the 'what if...?' love stories The Two Lives of Lydia Bird and One Night on the Island. She has been published in 34 languages (and counting) and has previously been featured in Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine Book Club. Josie is an unashamed romantic and lives with her husband, their two teenage sons, and an ever-growing cast of animals in a little town in the Midlands.

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