“An incredible story of regret, grief and the gift of time, all wrapped up in a heart-rending package.’
Ashley Tate, author of Twenty-Seven Minutes
Haunted by the past, Henrietta throws herself into a new job transcribing other people’s life stories, vowing to stick to the facts and avoid emotions. But when she meets the eccentric Annie, she finds herself inextricably drawn into her story. When Annie reveals that her sister drowned in unexplained circumstances in 1974, Henrietta can’t help following the story’s loose ends.
But Annie also has limits when it comes to opening up. Ever since that terrible night when her sister vanished, Annie has been afraid to look too closely into the murky depths of her memories.
Could unlocking Annie’s story help Henrietta rewrite the most devastating passages in her own life? And, in return, can she offer Annie a final twist in the tale, before it’s too late?
Reviews
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‘I was totally hooked. A moving and deftly written story of loss and friendship, with a protagonist who reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant. Bravo.’
Kate Maxwell, author of Hush
‘A heartfelt exploration of how the secrets we carry shape our lives. The quirky, endearing characters and the mystery at its heart had me hooked.’
Mikki Brammer, author of The Collected Regrets of Clover
‘Like balm for the soul. Poignant, touching and heart-warming with two fully realised, engaging female protagonists. Highly recommended.’
Charlotte Rixon, author of The One That Got Away
‘A stunning story, written with the heart and soul of someone who truly understands grief. An absolute joy to read and I will cherish this one forever.’
Mira V Shah, author of Her
‘The most wonderful book with characters you’ll fall in love with. A brilliant debut that would sit alongside a Clare Pooley for me. Highly recommended.’
Natalie Lewis, author of Don’t Believe The Hype
'I was captivated by this beautifully written story of the unlikely friendship between the socially awkward Henrietta and Annie, a woman with a troubled past and no future. You can’t help rooting for the vividly drawn and sympathetic characters.'
David Beckler, author of the Antonia Conti series
‘A bittersweet story that appears to be about death but actually holds the richest truths about life. A stirring, compassionate debut with a page-turning mystery at its core.’
Amanda Cassidy, author of Breaking
‘In a poignant story of friendship, Leevers deals with grief and the bonds of sisterhood as her characters explore a decades-old mystery. A must-read for anyone who has ever wondered how much good one average person can accomplish in the world today.’
Kristen Bird, author of The Night She Went Missing
‘I adored the friendship that emerges between Henrietta and Annie. The emotional, heart wrenching moments are handled deftly and the plot drew me in and didn't let go.’
Rebecca Ryan, author of My (Extra) Ordinary Life
‘A book about grief, family, friendship and ultimately hope, with two truly unforgettable characters at its heart. I loved it.’
Jennie Godfrey, author of The List Of Suspicious Things