The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author

The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author

Fiction & Poetry, Modern & Contemporary Fiction
Paperback Published on: 11/11/2021
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The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
A sweeping tale that I loved
I really love Kathryn Hughes’ books. She creates such wonderful, sweeping stories that cross generations and countries. The Memory Box has to be my favouri... READ MORE
Emma Smith at Bedford

Synopsis

'UTTERLY UNPUTDOWNABLE' Jenny Ashcroft

Some love stories last a lifetime...

'Wow, wow, wow!!! The BEST BOOK I have read all year. A gorgeous story which had me hooked. Make sure you have a box of tissues when you read this beautiful story ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'A heartbreaking and heartwarming tale of love, loss and forgiveness' Daily Mail

'A spellbinding tale with lots of surprises and endearing characters. Hughes is a wonderful storyteller' Woman's Weekly

From the million-copy-bestselling author of The Letter, Kathryn Hughes, and inspired by true events, an unforgettable, moving and timeless story of love and war which will stay with you for ever.Readers who adored The Nightingale, The Notebook or The Tattooist of Auschwitz will love to unlock The Memory Box...

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?

Will you be the next reader to lose your heart to The Memory Box?

'With beautiful writing, wonderful characters, and a page-turning plot, Kathryn has given us another unputdownable read. Warmth and heart burst from every page, transporting the reader from joy to heartbreak. I couldn't have loved it more' JENNY ASHCROFT

'I could not put this book down! It is absolutely phenomenal from the very first page right until the very last page. It is heartbreaking, joyful, hopeful, and a book that you won't want to put down ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'I have loved every single one of Kathryn Hughes' books, but this one was my absolute favourite! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'The twist at the end made me gasp! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'I absolutely loved this book. Devoured it in a few days. I eagerly await more of Kathryn Hughes' books. I will be first in line. Excellent ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'What a gorgeously written tale. This story was heartbreaking but also heartwarming. Full of unexpected twists, this one had me gripped! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'A stunningly beautiful story. Brilliantly developed characters. A heart-warming and emotional read that I read in one sitting ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

'A heartwarming, well-written story. Heartbreaking in places but a story that had to be told ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'

  • Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
  • ISBN: 9781472265951
  • Number of pages: 432
  • Weight: 300g
  • Dimensions: 196 x 128 x 32 mm

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The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
An emotional and beautifully written story.
I read this book in just over a day (which is very fast for me!) It gripped me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down. Jenny has just reached ... READ MORE
Becky C
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
A Beautiful Friendship
The Memory Box by Kathryn Hughes is the most beautiful and heart wrenching dual timeline novel that I never wanted to end. The story is set in present day ... READ MORE
Julia Wilson
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
The Memory Box
The Memory Box by Kathryn Hughes is an amazing read and not the first brilliant book I have read from this author. After Jenny's 100th birthday party she ... READ MORE
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The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
The Memory Box by Kathryn Hughes
The Memory Box by Kathryn Hughes is a wonderful story of Jenny, who reaches a 100 years of age and has one wish that she still wants to fulfil and she ask... READ MORE
Christine Rennie
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
A beautiful story with an unexpected ending.
Jenny is celebrating her 100th birthday in a retirement home. Her young carer, Candice, is fond of her and listens to her life story in stages, Jenny being... READ MORE
Jenny Hill
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Emotional and gripping read!
This was my first book by Kathryn, beautifully written and incredibly poignant. It had me totally gripped from the beginning to the end and I would totall... READ MORE
Karen Tebbutt
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Brilliant
absolutely loved this book. Devoured it in a few days and yet again the author didn't disappoint. I eagerly await more of Kathryn Hughes books. I will b... READ MORE
Lisa Carlile
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
An emotive read. Highly recommend.
This beautifully written novel is emotive, thought-provoking and full of surprises. Jenny is 100 years old and as sharp as a button, but she has one thing... READ MORE
Gemma @TheBookCosy
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Emotional
This book was such an emotional read. A 100 year old lady and her carer go back to Italy for a commemorative service and the past and present mix in an inc... READ MORE
Julie G
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Sweeping
Oh I have such a soft spot for these sweeping sagas that tell a story weaved through time. This was a good one and I loved it!#TheMemoryBox #NetGalley
Laluna
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Brilliant read!
Unputdownable, I had to fi nd out what happened although I had my ideas about the ending. A wonderful read, the characters were wonderful I loved Jenn... READ MORE
LadyAnne
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
One of my favourite reads of the year and one I won't forget
The Memory Box had me spellbound from start to finish. It's beautifully written, evocative and emotional and absolutely my favourite kind of read. Jenny i... READ MORE
Nicola
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
A beautiful Historical Fiction
Thank you so much for the opportunity of reading this wonderful historical fiction novel. I finished it in only a couple of sittings and I absolutely adore... READ MORE
Valentina Desiante
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
A beautiful story with an unexpected ending
Jenny is celebrating her 100th birthday in a retirement home. Her young carer, Candice, is fond of her and listens to her life story in stages, Jenny being... READ MORE
Jenny Hill
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Lovely story
In 2019 Jenny Tanner turns 100! She’s as sharp as a tack, mentally speedy even if she’s a bit slower moving around that she used to be! She lives in an upm... READ MORE
Celia Short
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
A Brilliant Read
A heartwarming, well-written story told by Jenny who is a resident of a luxury care home. She is 100 years old and as she tells the story of her life she r... READ MORE
Annette Thomas
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Surprising... push through and love it!
I was really surprised about this book - honestly, the opening of the book nearly put me off but carried on and loved it. I thought that it was very diff... READ MORE
Alexandra Cameron
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Brilliant
A heartwarming, well-written story told by Jenny who is a resident of a luxury care home. She is 100 years old and as she tells the story of her life she r... READ MORE
Annette Thomas
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Good book
Jenny turns 100 while living in nursing home. She’s become friends with one of the workers. We learn about her life as she tells her story to Candice. It’s... READ MORE
Annette Johnson
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
The Memory Box
I always enjoy reading Kathryn Hughes books and I was delighted to receive a copy of her new book The Memory Box. Jenny has just celebrated her one hundred... READ MORE
Pauline S
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Beautiful!
This was my first book by Kathryn, beautifully written and incredibly poignant. It had me totally gripped from the beginning to the end and I would totall... READ MORE
Karen Tebbutt
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Light, enjoyable read
"The Memory Box" by Kathryn Hughes starts out as a light, enjoyable read. I was genuinely interested in the lives of Jenny, Candice and Beau in the presen... READ MORE
Mel Pretorius
The Memory Box: Heartbreaking historical fiction set partly in World War Two, inspired by true events, from the global bestselling author
Brilliant
I absolutely loved this book. Devoured it in a few days and yet again the author didn't disappoint. I eagerly await more of Kathryn Hughes books. I will... READ MORE
Lisa Carlile