The Keeper of Lost Things: A Novel [Paperback] Hogan, Ruth

Description: The Keeper of Lost Things: A Novel [Paperback] Hogan, Ruth 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 bobblesFound, on the playing field, Derrywood Park, 2nd September. Bone china cup and saucerFound, 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 fiance, Therese. That very same day, she died unexpectedly. Brokenhearted, Anthony sought consolation in rescuing lost objectsthe things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidently left behindand 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 preciousa 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. Anthem Books Difference Great quality used items! We aim to exceed expectations on every order with quick shipping and extra attention to quality packaging! Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 30-day Money Back Guarantee We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 30 days. No questions asked!

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Binding: paperback

Pages: 288

Brand: William Morrow

Unspsc Code: 55101500

Target Audience: General/trade

Item Type Keyword: book

Number Of Items: 1

Edition: Reprint

Publication Date: 2017-11-28T00:00:01Z

Item Name: The Keeper of Lost Things: A Novel

Street Date: 2017-11-28T00:00:01Z

Product Site Launch Date: 2017-02-06T09:38:23.159Z

MPN: 0062473557

Style: ABIS_BOOK

Book Title: Keeper of Lost Things : a Novel

Number of Pages: 288 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: HarperCollins

Item Height: 0.7 in

Publication Year: 2017

Topic: Contemporary Women, Magical Realism, General, Historical

Genre: Fiction

Item Weight: 7.8 Oz

Item Length: 8 in

Author: Ruth Hogan

Item Width: 5.3 in

Format: Trade Paperback