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The Last Letter From Your Lover
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Book Brief
432
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1960s
2008
Penguin Books
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes intertwines the lives of Ellie Haworth, a journalist in 2003, and Jennifer Stirling, who had a passionate affair with Anthony O’Hare in the 1960s. Ellie, while researching, discovers their love letters and helps reunite the once-separated lovers, which leads her to reassess her own romantic life.
Romantic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Inspirational
Nostalgic
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Review Roundup
Jojo Moyes' The Last Letter From Your Lover is a poignant and well-crafted dual narrative weaving past and present love stories. Critics praise its emotional depth and vintage romance feel but note occasional predictability. Characters are richly developed, though some find the transitions between timelines disorienting. Enthusiasts of heartfelt, evocative storytelling will cherish it.
Who Should Read The Last Letter From Your Lover?
Readers who enjoy romantic dramas with intricate plots and dual timelines will be captivated by The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes. Fans of Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook or Audrey Niffenegger's The Time Traveler's Wife will appreciate the emotional depth and enduring love stories in Moyes' novel.
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Jennifer Stirling
Jennifer Stirling
A wealthy homemaker in the 1960s, who begins an affair with Anthony O’Hare after recognizing her dissatisfaction with her conventional life. Her storyline explores her personal transformation amid societal pressures.
Anthony O’Hare ("Boot")
Anthony O’Hare ("Boot")
An emotionally expressive man who develops a deep connection with Jennifer Stirling through letters. His ability to express emotions contrasts with Jennifer's husband, leading to complexities in his personal life.
The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes was adapted into a film released on Netflix in July 2021, starring Felicity Jones and Shailene Woodley.
Jojo Moyes is a three-time recipient of the Romantic Novel of the Year Award by the Romantic Novelists' Association.
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The book intertwines a dual narrative, exploring two different love stories from different eras, delving into themes of love and memory.
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432
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1960s
2008
Penguin Books
Adult
18+ years
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