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The Girl in the Letter: A home for unwed mothers; a heartbreaking secret in this historical bestseller inspired by true events
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READ HER LETTER. REMEMBER HER STORY.
THE GIRL IN THE LETTER is a page-turning, nail-biting and heart-wrenching novel that combines mystery and suspense with a strong emotional core.
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'A great book, truly hard to put down. Fast paced, brilliantly plotted and desperately sad at times - all hallmarks of a bestseller' - Lesley Pearse on The Girl in the Letter
'I was gripped by The Girl in the Letter. The story is compelling, twisty, heart-wrenching and thought-provoking. A novel that stays with you' - Sophie Kinsella
Perfect for fans of Kate Morton and Kathryn Hughes, this gripping novel of long-buried secrets will stay with you for ever.
A heartbreaking letter. A girl locked away. A mystery to be solved.
1956. When Ivy Jenkins falls pregnant she is sent in disgrace to St Margaret's, a dark, brooding house for unmarried mothers. Her baby is adopted against her will. Ivy will never leave.
Present day. Samantha Harper is a journalist desperate for a break. When she stumbles on a letter from the past, the contents shock and move her. The letter is from a young mother, begging to be rescued from St Margaret's. Before it is too late.
Sam is pulled into the tragic story and discovers a spate of unexplained deaths surrounding the woman and her child. With St Margaret's set for demolition, Sam has only hours to piece together a sixty-year-old mystery before the truth, which lies disturbingly close to home, is lost for ever...
Read her letter. Remember her story...
'What a heartfelt emotional story, made even more so because it's based on a shocking truth. I raced through it, involved, moved and gripped' - Fanny Blake
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The Girl in the Letter by Emily Gunnis is lauded for being an engrossing and emotionally charged novel. It's described as fast-paced and intricately plotted, resonating deeply with readers through its exploration of poignant themes inspired by true events. The narrative is recognised for its ability to grip and move readers, leaving a lasting impression.
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ISBN: 9781472255099
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 April 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Headline Review
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 24.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 274g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Emily Gunnis previously worked in TV drama and lives in Swansea with her young family. She is one of the four daughters of Sunday Times bestselling author Penny Vincenzi.
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