Dear Rosie Hughes
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Author Description
Jojo Moyes meets The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society in this powerfully moving novel! 'A wonderful story of friendship, family and love' Sunday Times bestseller Milly Johnson A long lost friendship reconnected in letters, laughs and unforgettable life lessons...Rosie Hughes hasn't heard from her childhood best friend Aggie Braithwaite in over fifteen years. Aggie, who'd rather be reading happy ever afters in her favourite romance novels, still lives in their small West Yorkshire village, whilst Rosie has been travelling the world. But, now, at a time when both friends need each other the most, they've found their way back to one another - and themselves - by writing letters.The comfort found in their shared stories is a love letter to the friendship, community and life they once knew. And so it begins, Dear Rosie...Readers ADORE Dear Rosie Hughes...'This book is going to be spoken about everywhere... I really really loved it' Karen Whittard, Reviewer'I loved this story of friendship... emotional and memorable' Jessica Bryson, Reviewer'Definitely a book I would read over and over again... Highly recommend' 5 stars, Ginger Book Geek Blog'You'll laugh, you'll cry, but most of all it will make you treasure the friends you have as who knows what each day may bring' Book Lovers Anonymous
Menrva's Summary
THE PULSE
Two childhood best friends, separated by distance and life choices, reconnect through letters, finding solace and rediscovering themselves. Rosie Hughes, who has spent years traveling the world, hasn't spoken to her childhood best friend, Aggie Braithwaite, in over fifteen years. Aggie, who prefers the comfort of romance novels to real-world adventures, remains in their small West Yorkshire village. As both women face challenging times, their correspondence becomes a lifeline, a shared space for laughter, tears, and profound life lessons that rekindle their bond and their sense of self.
INSIDE THE PAGES
- The narrative unfolds through the exchange of letters between Rosie and Aggie.
- Explores themes of enduring friendship across time and distance.
- Highlights the importance of community and shared history.
- Features characters who find personal growth and self-discovery.
- The story is set against the backdrop of a small West Yorkshire village and Rosie's global travels.
- Incorporates elements of romance through Aggie's preferred reading material and the emotional depth of the friendships.
- Offers poignant reflections on life's unpredictable nature and the value of connection.
THE COLLECTIVE ECHO
The novel is lauded for its powerful emotional resonance, drawing comparisons to the beloved works of Jojo Moyes and 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society'. Readers have praised its exploration of friendship, family, and love, with many highlighting the comfort and life lessons found within the epistolary format. The book is described as a deeply moving story that evokes laughter and tears, ultimately serving as a testament to the enduring strength of female bonds and the importance of cherishing relationships. Its emotional impact and memorable narrative have led to strong recommendations from reviewers and readers alike.
Page Count:
402
Publication Date:
2019-02-07
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited
ISBN-10:
0008319626
ISBN-13:
9780008319625
Romance
Fiction
Contemporary
Romantic Comedy
Family
Fiction
Small Town
Friendship
Family life
