The Summer of Lost Letters, Hannah Reynolds
The Summer of Lost Letters, Hannah Reynolds
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The Summer of Lost Letters

Author: Hannah Reynolds

Narrator: Imani Jade Powers

Unabridged: 12 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/15/2021

Synopsis

Perfect for fans of Morgan Matson and Ruta Sepetys, this sweet, summery romance set in Nantucket follows seventeen-year-old Abby Schoenberg as she uncovers a secret about her grandmother's life during WWII.

Seventeen-year-old Abby Schoenberg isn't exactly looking forward to the summer before her senior year. She's just broken up with her first boyfriend and her friends are all off in different, exciting directions for the next three months. Abby needs a plan--an adventure of her own. Enter: the letters.

They show up one rainy day along with the rest of Abby's recently deceased grandmother's possessions. And these aren't any old letters; they're love letters. Love letters from a mystery man named Edward. Love letters from a mansion on Nantucket. Abby doesn't know much about her grandmother's past. She knows she was born in Germany and moved to the US when she was five, fleeing the Holocaust. But the details are either hazy or nonexistent; and these letters depict a life that is a bit different than the quiet one Abby knows about.

And so, Abby heads to Nantucket for the summer to learn more about her grandmother and the secrets she kept. But when she meets Edward's handsome grandson, who wants to stop her from investigating, things get complicated. As Abby and Noah grow closer, the mysteries in their families deepen, and they discover that they both have to accept the burdens of their pasts if they want the kinds of futures they've always imagined.

About The Author

Hannah Reynolds grew up outside of Boston, where she spent most of her childhood and teenage years recommending books to friends, working at a bookstore, and making chocolate desserts. She received her BA in creative writing and archaeology from Ithaca College, which meant she never needed to stop telling romantic stories or playing in the dirt. After living in San Francisco, New York, and Paris, she came back to Massachusetts and now lives in Cambridge.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Arundhati

I will start with what I liked about this book. It had a great start. After her grandmother's demise, Abby finds a bunch of love letters in her grandmother's possession. After some searching she finds out that these letters were sent by a guy named Edward post WWII, now residing in Nantucket. Abby d......more

Goodreads review by aarya

As a fan of Allison Parr’s contemporary sports romances, I was intrigued by her YA debut under a different pseudonym. Verdict: I enjoyed it! Recommended for fans of Jenn Bennett, and I think the blurb markets the book accurately. This is a weird comp, but I had Taylor Swift folklore/evermore vibes b......more

Goodreads review by Colleen

I loved the premise of this story. It started out promising but after the first interest piquing couple of chapters it just didn’t quite follow through for me. Abby a soon to be a high school senior, is at home the summer before. She’s bored and not in the best head space because her boyfriend recen......more

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A 2022 Sydney Taylor Honor Book

“The Summer of Lost Letters by Hannah Reynolds is an absolute gem. It’s a story full of love, family, and secrets, told with humor and wisdom. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. Spend a perfect Nantucket summer with The Summer of Lost Letters.” —Nancy Thayer, best-selling author of Family Reunion

“A charming and romantic story of family secrets and buried history, The Summer of Lost Letters wonderfully captures the sun-soaked salt-air days of New England summers and the crackling anticipation of first love. This is the perfect summer read!” —Cameron Lund, author of The Best Laid Plans

“The Summer of Lost Letters has it all—family secrets, mystery, and romance! Hannah Reynolds hit home with this heartwarming story about researching your roots and finding love.” —Simone Elkeles, New York Times bestselling author of Perfect Chemistry

“An idyllic summer beach read that beckons readers to follow Abby and Noah as they explore their families' tangled histories. So romantic and charming!” —Jenn Bennett, author of Chasing Lucky

“This is a confection that will leave readers eager for a summer in Nantucket and their own perfect romance.” —Kirkus Reviews

“The dialogue bubbles with wit (think Gilmore Girls), the Nantucket setting gives a gorgeous backdrop, and the book leans into improbable serendipity with irresistible glee. A breezy read to toss into the beach bag for a long summer day.” —BCCB

“Filled with history, romance, and adventure, Reynolds’ young-adult debut smoothly blends historical elements with romantic summer escapades.” —Booklist

“A blend of romance, history, and a coming-of-age narrative. A fun summer read.” —School Library Journal

"This book is part detective story, part summer romance. An enjoyable read." —School Library Connection

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