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The Forgotten Letters of Esther Durrant - Large Print by Kayte Nunn (Paperback)

The Forgotten Letters of Esther Durrant - Large Print by  Kayte Nunn (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>A cache of unsent love letters from the 1950s is found in a suitcase on a remote island in this mysterious love story in the tradition of the novels by </strong><strong>Kate Morton and Elizabeth Gilbert</strong><em><strong>.</strong></em><strong></strong><br/><br/>1951. Esther Durrant, a young mother, is committed to an isolated mental asylum by her husband. Run by a pioneering psychiatrist, the hospital is at first Esther's prison but soon surprisingly becomes her refuge. </p><p>2018. Free-spirited marine scientist Rachel Parker embarks on a research posting in the Isles of Scilly, off the Cornish coast. When a violent storm forces her to take shelter on a far-flung island, she discovers a collection of hidden love letters. Captivated by their passion and tenderness, Rachel determines to track down the intended recipient. But she has no idea of the far-reaching consequences her decision will bring.</p><p>Meanwhile, in London, Eve is helping her grandmother, a renowned mountaineer, write her memoirs. When she is contacted by Rachel, it sets in motion a chain of events that threatens to reveal secrets kept buried for more than sixty years.</p><p>With an arresting dual narrative that immediately captivates the reader, <em>The Forgotten Letters of Esther Durrant </em>is an inspirational story of the sacrifices made for love.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Nunn's U.S. debut is an engaging, dual-period narrative that unravels slowly, tracing Esther's journey toward healing and wholeness as well as Rachel's attempts to move beyond her wanderlust and unwillingness to commit to a home, job, or relationship. The romance is unexpected yet authentic, and the ending highlights the enduring power of love and forgiveness. Ideal for readers of Lucinda Riley and Sarah Jio.--<em>Booklist</em><br>

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