Publisher Description

Every so often a love story comes along to remind us that sometimes, in our darkest hour, hope shines a candle to light our way. ???This Number One bestseller has captured thousands of hearts worldwide. Perfect for fans of The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks.'A wonderful, uplifting story' Lesley Pearse_______Tina Craig longs to escape her violent husband. She works all the hours God sends to save up enough money to leave him, also volunteering in a charity shop to avoid her unhappy home. Whilst going through the pockets of a second-hand suit, she comes across an old letter, the envelope firmly sealed and unfranked. Tina opens the letter and reads it - a decision that will alter the course of her life for ever...Billy Stirling knows he has been a fool, but hopes he can put things right. On 4th September 1939 he sits down to write the letter he hopes will change his future. It does - in more ways than he can ever imagine...THE LETTER tells the story of two women, born decades apart, whose paths are destined to cross, and how one woman's devastation leads to the other's salvation._______Join the hundreds of thousands of readers worldwide who have fallen in love with THE LETTER: 'An amazing, heartwrenching, unforgettable story''This beautiful story will bring tears and joy''Loved this story !! It kept me totally gripped although I was sobbing in places as well''A tale of love and hope with lots of twists and turns. A great story!'

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A number one Kindle bestseller, selling over 150,000 copies in ebook, this is perfect for fans of Lesley Pearce, Susan Lewis, Josephine Cox, Nicholas Sparks and Philomena. Tells the story of two women, born decades apart, whose paths are destined to cross, and the resulting devastation and salvation.

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Discover the novel that has broken a thousand hearts... Tina Craig works all the hours she can and volunteers in a charity shop to avoid her unhappy home. Going through the pockets of a second-hand suit, she comes across an old letter, the envelope firmly sealed and unfranked. Tina opens the letter and reads it - a decision that will alter the course of her life for ever. Billy Stirling knows he has been a fool, but hopes he can put things right. On 4th September 1939 he sits down to write the letter he hopes will change his future. It does...in more ways than he can imagine. It's time to open The Letter. 'A beautiful story' Reviewed by Fran 'A sheer joy to read' Marianne, Amazon 'Will stir every emotion' Jo, Goodreads 'I cried buckets of tears' Books With Wine And Chocolate 'This book had me spellbound' Eleanor, Amazon 'I got goosebumps' Moly 84, Amazon 'It tugged at the heart' Megan, Goodreads 'I could not put it down' Gransnet reviewer 'Restores your faith in true love' Chris, Goodreads 'One of the best books I've ever read' Cheryl, Goodreads 'My heart broke for the characters' Shelly, Amazon

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Discover the novel that has broken a thousand hearts... Tina Craig works all the hours she can and volunteers in a charity shop to avoid her unhappy home. Going through the pockets of a second-hand suit, she comes across an old letter, the envelope firmly sealed and unfranked. Tina opens the letter and reads it - a decision that will alter the course of her life for ever. Billy Stirling knows he has been a fool, but hopes he can put things right. On 4th September 1939 he sits down to write the letter he hopes will change his future. It does...in more ways than he can imagine. It's time to open The Letter. 'A beautiful story' Reviewed by Fran 'A sheer joy to read' Marianne, Amazon 'Will stir every emotion' Jo, Goodreads 'I cried buckets of tears' Books With Wine And Chocolate 'This book had me spellbound' Eleanor, Amazon 'I got goosebumps' Moly 84, Amazon 'It tugged at the heart' Megan, Goodreads 'I could not put it down' Gransnet reviewer 'Restores your faith in true love' Chris, Goodreads 'One of the best books I've ever read' Cheryl, Goodreads 'My heart broke for the characters' Shelly, Amazon

Author Biography

Kathryn Hughes was born in Altrincham, near Manchester. After completing a secretarial course, Kathryn met her husband and they married in Canada. For twenty-nine years they ran a business together, raised two children and travelled when they could to places such as India, Singapore, South Africa and New Zealand. Kathryn and her family now make their home in a village near Manchester. The Letter is Kathryn's first novel, and she is busy working on her second, The Secret.

Review

You will find it hard to put down. I cried buckets of tears reading it - Books With Wine and ChocolateVery satisfying. Both women's stories were equally developed and interesting. They were also equally heartbreaking - Mom With a BookWith a swift pace, memorable characters and a wonderful conceptual depth, Hughes' novel is one that simply can't be put down - GoodreadsA beautiful story... I didn't want to put it down - Reviewed by FranChrissie and Tina's story is one that will stay with me for a long time - Jaffa Reads TooA beautifully told, tragic tale...restoring your faith in the kindness of strangers and the strength of the human spirit to rise despite adversity - Ajoobacats Blog

Long Description

* THE MEMORY BOX , THE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROM KATHRYN HUGHES, IS AVAILABLE NOW * Every so often a love story comes along to remind us that sometimes, in our darkest hour, hope shines a candle to light our way. Discover THE LETTER by Kathryn Hughes, t he Number One bestseller that has captured thousands of hearts worldwide. Perfect for fans of The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks. 'A wonderful, uplifting story' Lesley Pearse Join the hundreds of thousands of readers worldwide who have fallen in love with THE LETTER: 'An amazing, heartwrenching, unforgettable story' 'This beautiful story will bring tears and joy' 'Loved this story !! It kept me totally gripped although I was sobbing in places as well' 'A tale of love and hope with lots of twists and turns. A great story!' Tina Craig longs to escape her violent husband. She works all the hours God sends to save up enough money to leave him, also volunteering in a charity shop to avoid her unhappy home. Whilst going through the pockets of a second-hand suit, she comes across an old letter, the envelope firmly sealed and unfranked. Tina opens the letter and reads it - a decision that will alter the course of her life for ever...Billy Stirling knows he has been a fool, but hopes he can put things right. On 4th September 1939 he sits down to write the letter he hopes will change his future. It does - in more ways than he can ever imagine... THE LETTER tells the story of two women, born decades apart, whose paths are destined to cross and how one woman's devastation leads to the other's salvation. *** Kathryn's beautiful new novel HER LAST PROMISE is available now ***

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You will find it hard to put down. I cried buckets of tears reading it

Promotional "Headline"

The No. 1 Kindle bestseller and word-of-mouth sensation guaranteed to break your heart. If you love Lesley Pearse and Susan Lewis, you will love Kathryn Hughes.

Description for Sales People

THE LETTER has been a No. 1 Kindle bestseller and has spent several months at the top of the Kindle Top Ten paid chart. EBook sales so far are circa 300,000 copies.

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