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The Memory Box

A heart-breaking historical novel set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author

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The Memory Box

By: Kathryn Hughes
Narrated by: Rachel Atkins
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Summary

 A heartbreakingly beautiful novel, The Memory Box unlocks an unforgettable epic story of love and war, from the million-copy-selling author of The Letter, Kathryn Hughes. If you adored The Nightingale, The Tuscan Contessa or My Name is Eva, this is the book for you.

Some love stories can't be forgotten...

Jenny Tanner opens the box she has cherished for decades. Contained within are her most precious mementoes, amongst them a pebble, a carving and a newspaper cutting she can hardly bear to read. But Jenny knows the time is finally here. After the war, in a mountainside village in Italy, she left behind a piece of her heart. However painful, she must return to Cinque Alberi. And lay the past to rest.

After a troubled upbringing, Candice Barnes dreams of a future with the love of her life - but is he the man she believes him to be? When Candice is given the opportunity to travel to Italy with Jenny, she is unaware the trip will open her eyes to the truth she's been too afraid to face. Could a place of goodbyes help her make a brave new beginning?

(P)2021 Headline Publishing Group Limited©2021 Kathryn Hughes 20th Century Family Life Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance Fiction Heartfelt War
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Loved it, a heartwarming story with a twist at the end. Made me laugh, made me cry. Great characters made real by the narrator Rachel Atkins.
Now for my next Kathryn Hughes book, can't wait.

Great story great listen

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I don't often like storys where episodes change in date / time, this was an exception, great storyline, lovely characters and brilliant narration. An excellent book all round

Excellent in Every Way

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Absolutely beautiful story. I was late for work twice listening to this whilst walking the dog.
And also one of the best narrations I have heard on audible. Five stars all round.

Beautiful

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A different spin on a war time romance, I really enjoyed it. Kathryn Hughes always tells a good story! If you enjoyed her previous books you will enjoy this one.

A different spin on a war time romance

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This is different to the type of story I would usually choose but I loved it . It is written beautifully, in the eyes of an old women, almost like an autobiography. The narrator was excellent and made me engage with each character. A truly heartbreaking love story. One of the best books I've chosen to listen to.

Outstanding

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