The Keeper of Lost Things: A Novel by Ruth Hogan (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan Includes P.S. insights, interviews and more ... FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Full of character, wit, and wisdom, The Keeper of Lost Things is heartwarming tale that will enchant fans of The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake, Garden Spells, Mrs Queen Takes the Train, and The Silver Linings Playbook.Lime green plastic flower-shaped hair bobbles--Found, on the playing field, Derrywood Park, 2nd September.Bone china cup and saucer--Found, on a bench in Riveria Public Gardens, 31st October.Anthony Peardew is the keeper of lost things. Forty years ago, he carelessly lost a keepsake from his beloved fiancée, Therese. That very same day, she died unexpectedly. Brokenhearted, Anthony sought consolation in rescuing lost objects--the things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidently left behind--and writing stories about them. Now, in the twilight of his life, Anthony worries that he has not fully discharged his duty to reconcile all the lost things with their owners. As the end nears, he bequeaths his secret lifes mission to his unsuspecting assistant, Laura, leaving her his house and and all its lost treasures, including an irritable ghost.Recovering from a bad divorce, Laura, in some ways, is one of Anthonys lost things. But when the lonely woman moves into his mansion, her life begins to change. She finds a new friend in the neighbors quirky daughter, Sunshine, and a welcome distraction in Freddy, the rugged gardener. As the dark cloud engulfing her lifts, Laura, accompanied by her new companions, sets out to realize Anthonys last wish: reuniting his cherished lost objects with their owners.Long ago, Eunice found a trinket on the London pavement and kept it through the years. Now, with her own end drawing near, she has lost something precious--a tragic twist of fate that forces her to break a promise she once made.As the Keeper of Lost Objects, Laura holds the key to Anthony and Eunices redemption. But can she unlock the past and make the connections that will lay their spirits to rest?A charming, clever, and quietly moving novel of of endless possibilities and joyful discoveries that explores the promises we make and break, losing and finding ourselves, the objects that hold magic and meaning for our lives, and the surprising connections that bind us. Back Cover Anthony Peardew is the Keeper of Lost Things. Once a celebrated author of short stories, now in his twilight years, Anthony has sought consolation from the long-ago loss of his fianc Author Biography Ruth Hogan is the author of several bestselling novels, including The Keeper of Lost Things. She lives north of London in a chaotic Victorian house with her husband and a much-loved pack of rescue dogs. Review "From the attention-grabbing opening paragraph, to the joyful conclusion, Ruth Hogan has stirred together a charming fairytale in which the people may be more lost than the things; and generosity and compassion may be the key to finding a way home. Also there are dogs. Delightful." -- Helen Simonson, author of The Summer Before the War and Major Pettigrews Last Stand"A beautiful story of love, loss, and the redemptive power of friendship." -- Catherine Hall, author of The Proof of Love"Hogans writing has the soothing warmth of the cups of cocoa and tea her characters regularly dispense...old-fashioned storytelling with a sprinkling of magic." -- Kirkus"Hogans first novel reveals how even discarded items have significance and seemingly random objects, people, and places are all interconnected." -- Booklist Review Quote "Hogans writing has the soothing warmth of the cups of cocoa and tea her characters regularlydispense…old-fashioned storytelling with a sprinkling of magic." Details ISBN0062473557 Author Ruth Hogan Year 2017 ISBN-10 0062473557 ISBN-13 9780062473554 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-11-28 Pages 288 Language English Short Title The Keeper of Lost Things Subtitle A Novel DEWEY FIC Audience General UK Release Date 2017-11-28 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint Collins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2017-11-28 Imprint US William Morrow Paperbacks Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:117215921;

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