The cover of the book titled 'The Museum of Second Chances' by Jo Leevers, featuring a blue background with green leaves, a sailing ship enclosed in a glass case, and decorative elements like a watch and seashells.

Some more reviews

‘My favourite read of 2026! I loved all the characters and the way their lives intertwined. If I could, I would give this six stars!’
Helga Jensen

‘A gorgeously uplifting novel that evokes Cornwall beautifully’
Emylia Hall


'A delightfully warm and uplifting novel about human connection and the unexpected ways we find ourselves'

Tiffany Crum

‘A tonic to the stresses of life with a wonderful cast of characters'

Rebecca Ryan

‘An uplifting tale with a complex, intriguing character who I couldn’t help rooting for. Guaranteed to get you out of a reading slump’
Heather Darwent

 ‘This heartwarming and beautifully crafted story shows Jo Leevers’ signature strengths – exploring sensitive themes with emotional depth and hope’
@booksbythesea

‘An absolutely charming read about second chances and the power of human connection. I could almost smell the sea salt air - a wonderful book’
@richsreads

 ‘Emotion is woven through this book about wanting to belong. Three books in, she’s already a go-to author for me’
@booksbyyourbedside

‘An engrossing mystery’
womanandhome.com

This poignant mystery is beautifully written’
Candis magazine

‘A raw and moving tale about family, love and secrets’
The Sun

‘A book about grief, family, friendship and ultimately hope, with two truly unforgettable characters at its heart. I loved it’
Jennie Godfrey

‘Part road trip, part meditation on motherhood, this gripped me from start to finish. Full of secrets and so moving’
Kate Maxwell

‘A beautifully written story about the family ties that bind us. An absolute joy to read’
Carole Hailey

‘A compelling story about families – the secrets that drive them apart and the connections that bind them together’
Eleanor Ray

‘Characters so real I could almost reach out and touch them’
Emily Critchley

In the media

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Listen to my interview with Zoe Ball here

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Read Jo Finney’s review here

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Read an extract in UEA’s
New Writing here

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Read why my book was selected for the Radio 2 Book Group here

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Read Hephzibah Anderson’s review here

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Read my top 10 books and films about grief here

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Read my book deal announcement here

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Read Hannah Holway’s review here

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Read how I pitched my novel to agents here