The Book of Second Chances

Name: The Book of Second Chances
Brand: Hachette Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: Katherine Slee
ISBN: 9781549153846

Author: Katherine Slee

Narrator: Imogen Church

Unabridged: 10 hr 47 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Forever

Published: 05/05/2020

Categories: Fiction, Women, Family Life, City Life, Sagas

Synopsis

A charming, uplifting novel about love, loss, and finding your way in the world, perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine and The Keeper of Lost Things.
Emily can't remember the last time she left the house. Or spoke to anyone besides her grandmother, beloved children's author Catriona Robinson. After Catriona's death, Emily is at a complete loss . . . until she gets an unexpected letter from the woman she loved most.
Catriona has revealed there might be one last, lost unpublished manuscript in her wildly popular book series. And she's left a secret diary and trail of clues that only Emily can follow. From London to Paris to Verona, Emily traces her grandmother's past, finding out more about her family -- and herself -- than she ever imagined possible. Hopeful and adventurous, The Book of Second Chances celebrates books and bookstores, the power of imagination, and having the courage to shape our own destinies.

About Katherine Slee

Katherine Slee has a master’s in Modern History from Oxford University, is a member of Mensa and used to work as an investment banker. She lives in Kent with her husband, two children and disobedient dog.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Tucker on May 24, 2020

Many thanks to Forever Pub for the free copy in exchange for an honest review This was was super cute and reminded me of Abby Waxman’s books. I loved the illustrated birds at the beginning of every chapter! I highly recommend checking it out! | Goodreads | Blog | Pinterest | LinkedIn | YouTube | Insta......more

Goodreads review by Brooke — brooklynnnnereads on June 18, 2020

This novel has everything that I love to read in a story. It was emotional, it was powerful, it included travel, and everything from the atmosphere to the writing was beautiful. I think many could relate to the character of Emily with her fear of beginning to truly live after existing a certain way f......more

Goodreads review by Robin Loves on May 19, 2020

This touching story follows one woman’s journey as she solves a puzzle of sorts left by her grandmother. Full review to come.......more

Goodreads review by Doreen on May 05, 2020

When Catriona Robinson, a beloved children’s author, dies, she leaves her granddaughter Emily grieving. Raised by her grandmother after the death of her parents in an accident which left her physically scarred, Emily has become a virtual recluse. Since she illustrated her grandmother’s books, Catrio......more

Goodreads review by Cheryl on May 05, 2020

This is a sweet book. At first I was not such a fan of Emily but as I got further into the story, you could say that Emily. Despite not really getting to know Emily's grandmother very well before her death; I did love Catriona right away. As more details came out about her and the things she did for......more