The Memory Library, Kate Storey
The Memory Library, Kate Storey
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The Memory Library

Author: Kate Storey

Narrator: Jilly Bond, Imogen Wilde

Unabridged: 8 hr 20 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Avon

Published: 02/01/2024


Synopsis

‘A gorgeous story full of emotion and a very special library.’ – , bestselling author of Some stories stay with us forever… Praise for : For forty-two years, Sally Harrison has been building a library. Each year, on her daughter’s birthday, she adds a new book to her shelves – with a note in the front dedicated to her own greatest work. But Ella – Sally’s only child – fled to Australia twenty-one years ago after a heated exchange, and never looked back. And though Sally still dutifully adds a new paperback to the shelves every time the clock strikes midnight on July 11th, her hopes of her daughter ever thumbing through the pages are starting to dwindle. Then disaster strikes and Ella is forced to return to the home she once knew. She is soon to discover that All you have to do is turn the page… Journey through the pages of this heartwarming novel, where hope, friendship and second chances are written in the margins. Perfect for book lovers everywhere and fans of Sally Page’s . 'An absolute joy to read. Uplifting, beautiful, and perfect for any book lovers!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The Memory Library delivers on its promise of hope, friendship and second chances. It's a love letter to the written word.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A powerful and poignant story. There were tears shed.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I laughed out loud and had more than one glassy eye!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A real treasure for booklovers everywhere who completely appreciate the joy, knowledge and healing that books can bring.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘There’s page after page of wonderful wisdom in this novel.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Filled with tender moments of sharing, tears, forgiveness, revelation and healing.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a beautiful, moving story this was! It really had me sobbing my eyes out.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

About Kate Storey

Kate Storey is the Features Director at Rolling Stone. She was previously a staff writer at Esquire, where she covered culture and politics, and has written long-form profiles and narrative features for Vanity Fair, Marie Claire, Town & Country, and other publications. She lives with her family in New Jersey.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Shelley's Book Nook on November 24, 2023

This is being billed as a debut voice but it really isn't...it is by author Lisa Timoney and I loved it. This book is about parental relationships and how we perceive them versus what the reality is. I loved how Sally protected her daughter even though it took a toll on the mother-daughter relations......more

Goodreads review by Nina (ninjasbooks) on November 13, 2023

This book combines several of my favorite themes. The power of books, caring communities and healing relationships. It`s the story of Ella and Sally who became estranged without ever getting reconciled. When Sally falls and is injured, Ella travels to England from Australia to be with her, and she ge......more

Goodreads review by Rosh ~catching up slowly~ on March 08, 2024

In a Nutshell: A feel-good contemporary novel about second chances, the power of friendship and the magic of books. Works pretty much as expected. No surprises herein. Unlikeable main character though, so be prepared with tons of patience to tolerate her. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Plot Preview: Fort......more

Goodreads review by Karren on January 10, 2024

Sally Harrison lives in Greenwich, England, she's been estranged from her only daughter Ella, who moved to Sydney, Australia over twenty years ago. Each year, on her daughter’s birthday July the 11th at midnight, she adds a new book, with a personal inscription and dedication to Ella and keeps in a......more

Goodreads review by Krystal on November 28, 2024

Peel back the surface of most mother daughter relationships and the complexities bubble up. In the case of Sally and her daughter Ella their relationship has been strained by past mistakes resulting in an incomplete view of the present and uncertainty hovering over their futures. The audiobook is vo......more


Quotes

'A lovely story that celebrates books, family and kindness. Touching and beautiful.' – bestselling author of 'The Memory Library The Last List of Mabel Beaumont Laura Pearson, ‘A gorgeous novel that pairs my (and many people’s) perennial love for books about books with themes of family – and just how complex they can be.' – 'An utterly gorgeous page turner about the power of books, family and forgiveness.' – , ‘ is a magical story…It’s a magnificent celebration of the wonderful world of books and libraries – one to treasure and re-read over and over again!’ – , author of bestseller ‘A beautiful, poignant tale of family, friendship and the power of books. I was completely swept away.’ – Kindle bestseller