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Some love stories last a lifetime...
'UTTERLY UNPUTDOWNABLE' Jenny Ashcroft
'Wow, wow, wow!!! The BEST BOOK I have read all year. A gorgeous story which had me hooked. Make sure you have a box of tissues when you read this beautiful story ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
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From the million-copy-bestselling author of The Letter, Kathryn Hughes, and inspired by true events, an unforgettable, moving and timeless story of love and war which will stay with you for ever. Readers who adored The Nightingale, The Notebook or The Tattooist of Auschwitz will love to unlock The Memory Box...
Jenny Tanner opens the box she has cherished for decades. Contained within are her most precious mementoes, amongst them a pebble, a carving and a newspaper cutting she can hardly bear to read. But Jenny knows the time is finally here. After the war, in a mountainside village in Italy, she left behind a piece of her heart. However painful, she must return to Cinque Alberi. And lay the past to rest.
After a troubled upbringing, Candice Barnes dreams of a future with the love of her life - but is he the man she believes him to be? When Candice is given the opportunity to travel to Italy with Jenny, she is unaware the trip will open her eyes to the truth she's been too afraid to face. Could a place of goodbyes help her make a brave new beginning?
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Will you be the next reader to lose your heart to The Memory Box?
'With beautiful writing, wonderful characters, and a page-turning plot, Kathryn has given us another unputdownable read. Warmth and heart burst from every page, transporting the reader from joy to heartbreak. I couldn't have loved it more' JENNY ASHCROFT
'A heartbreaking and heartwarming tale of love, loss and forgiveness' Daily Mail
'A spellbinding tale with lots of surprises and endearing characters. Hughes is a wonderful storyteller' Woman's Weekly
'I could not put this book down! It is absolutely phenomenal from the very first page right until the very last page. It is heartbreaking, joyful, hopeful, and a book that you won't want to put down ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
'I have loved every single one of Kathryn Hughes' books, but this one was my absolute favourite! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
'The twist at the end made me gasp! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
'I absolutely loved this book. Devoured it in a few days. I eagerly await more of Kathryn Hughes' books. I will be first in line. Excellent ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
'What a gorgeously written tale. This story was heartbreaking but also heartwarming. Full of unexpected twists, this one had me gripped! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
'A stunningly beautiful story. Brilliantly developed characters. A heart-warming and emotional read that I read in one sitting ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
'A heartwarming, well-written story. Heartbreaking in places but a story that had to be told ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'
From the Publisher
ASIN : B08KQ2PY8Y
Publisher : Review (August 5, 2021)
Publication date : August 5, 2021
Language : English
File size : 2940 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 430 pages
Reviewer: Pamela
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: masterfully written
Review: This is a fantastic read! It had triggers for me but truly is thought provoking and perfectly written and outlined. The characters are rich and thoughtfully created with a realism thatâs undeniable. Good luck putting this down!
Reviewer: Mary
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Lovely Immersive story
Review: The Memory BoxThis is my first book by Kathryn Hughes. The Memory Box has a dual timeline with a story weaving in and out between the 1940s and 2019. The first-person narration by Jenny and the third-person narrative to show Candiceâs life seamlessly blend well across the chapters. The book starts slow and picks up a little in pace as the story moves ahead. The actual âstoryâ takes place after 2/3 of the book however it was an easy read.The focus isnât much on the setting but rather the thoughts of the characters. Jenny feels real with her strengths, flaws, and uncertainties. Candice, well, there are girls like her. Canât tell you how many times I wanted to shout at Candice to make her see what everyone around her saw. I think the author drove her point straight in about toxic relationships using Candice and Beau.I tried to stay with the story and not guess the âtwistsâ or reveals. And there were about five reveals toward the end. I figured out two straight away but the others creeped up on me.Overall, itâs an immersive read and itâs a pleasure to be transported to Italy and Wales.
Reviewer: Patrick D. Caffrey
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Artfully described
Review: The author is a literary artist. I often stopped to marvel at the descriptions and observations made tangible by her words. The story will draw you in and reward you with multiple surprises. I suspect K. Hughes has keen social perception as an individual and has the skills to put into words those subtle cues that allows the reader to bond with the characters, especially Jenny and Candice. A work of fiction but it makes well researched use of historical facts. If youâre traveling to Italy, you can read this entire book on the plane. Or better yet poolside at your villa destination. Ciao.
Reviewer: Addie Sitton
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A beautiful story
Review: This was one of the best books I've read. It was captivating from start to finish. The twists and turns were great and I cried my eyes out throughout reading it. I would highly recommend reading this book.
Reviewer: J forkey
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Best book Iâve read in a very long time! highly recommend â¤ï¸
Review: This book was so good from the very beginning to the very last page. So many emotions with the families involved: I would highly recommend this book to anyone that loves a great book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it will be very hard to top this read is was my favorite.
Reviewer: robert pellegrine
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Delightfulenough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing, which an artful author will always do
Review: Just a delightful novel, with enough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing, which an artful author will always do and Kathryn Hughes does beautifully. My only issues with her are factual ones. For example, Italy, especially northern Italy does not have a tropical climate ad the author seems to infer. Another thing is that Italians don't say "bulb pomeriggio" in the afternoon, they say "bona sera". Food wise, Italians don't serve croissants for breakfast as that is a French pastry which you will not find in Italy and lastly, when she described the coffee that was delivered to the room in the hotel, she describes the character as pushing down on the handle as if it were so called " French prrss" coffee, which you would never find in an Italian hotel. Author Kathryn needed to have an Italian read her book prior to its release. Just saying.
Reviewer: NAOtto
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A truly memorable story.
Review: I loved the characters, obviously. But even more, I loved the way the author went back and forth through time without it jarring. The transitions were very smooth. The many different points made by the author were well written without being cloying or maudlin. I look forward to finding more of her work!
Reviewer: Janet G
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: What a story!
Review: This is a multi-layered love story showcasing how love is the most important ingredient to a fulfilling life. A few twists add to its unpredictability. Read it, you wonât be sorry!
Reviewer: NCoe
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: It was hard to put this book down it was a wonderful story. It was so well told I highly recommend reading.
Reviewer: iberianeagle
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Kathryn Huges accomplishes in this story to develop a plot that happens alternately both in the past and the present. I highly recommend reading this book
Reviewer: Gabi Brune-Poniewas u. Adi Poniewas
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Really heartbreaking! A very special story, breathtaking to the unexpected end! Strong women, manipulative men and a very satisfying end of the clever told story.
Reviewer: Serena Gilroy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Lovely story. I loved the historical aspect and the characters are very realistic. The main character Jenny had a long and varied life . I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys history , travel and family intrigue.
Reviewer: Mrs Alexandra Piedigrossi
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: So far so good. J'adore.
Customers say
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