The Last Telegram - Softcover

Trenow, Liz

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1402279450 ISBN 13: 9781402279454

Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark, 2013

Synopsis

"Trenow's first novel chronicles civilian life in England during the terrors of war while also weaving a beautifully moving love story. Reminiscent in tone and subject of Nicholas Spark's The Notebook (1996) and Ian McEwan's Atonement (2002), Lily's tale will resonate with fans of each."-BooklistOnline.com

We all make mistakes. Some we can fix.
But what happens when we can't?

Decades ago, as Nazi planes dominated the sky, Lily Verner made a terrible choice. She's tried to forget, but now an unexpected event pulls her back to the 1940s British countryside. She finds herself remembering the brilliant colors of the silk she helped to weave at her family's mill, the relentless pressure of the worsening war, and the kind of heartbreaking loss that stops time.

In this evocative novel of love and consequences, Lily finally confronts the disastrous decision that has haunted her all these years. The Last Telegram uncovers the surprising truth about how the stories we weave about our lives are threaded with truth, guilt, and forgiveness.

"Sparked my interest from the start...charming."-Sharon Knoth, Between the Covers, Harbor Springs, MI

"This book will easily appeal to fans of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, and I can see it quickly becoming a favorite of book clubs."-Billie Bloebaum, Powell's Books

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Review:

"This book will easily appeal to fans of 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' and I can see it quickly becoming a favorite of book clubs." - Billie Bloebaum, Powell's Books, Portland, OR

"I thought it was great! it sparked my interest right from the start and the story never lagged...charming." - Sharon Knoth, Between the Covers, Harbor Springs, MI

"Trenow's first novel chronicles civilian life in England during the terrors of war while also weaving a beautifully moving love story. Reminiscent in tone and subject of Nicholas Spark's The Notebook (1996) and Ian McEwan's Atonement (2002), Lily's tale will resonate with fans of each." - BooklistOnline.com

"This stunning debut glows with the fervor and intensity of what life must have been like for civilians in World War II England. Trenow's firsthand knowledge of the generations-old silk-weaving business provides an enlightening backdrop. The novel is worthy of comparison to The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society; readers will love it. STARRED Review" - Library Journal

"If you are looking for a romantic read that has plenty of poignancy and emotion then I think this is one you will enjoy" - LindyLouMac's Book Reviews

"The Last Telegram is a delightful read, and fans of fiction set during the period will love Lily's story. I know I did, and I look forward to more from Liz Trenow." - drey's library

"The author, who has transitioned from journalistic writing to fiction, has written a stunning debut novel, which I found atmospheric, emotional, and satisfying." - Library of Clean Reads

"I always enjoy learning something when I read a book, especially a historical read, and this book taught me a few things." - The Banking Bookworm

"The Last Telegram is perfect. I was captured by the first page. This is a story I am sure I will read over and over. " - A Novel Review

" I was fascinated with the details about silk manufacture and the part these silk weavers played for the war effort.

5 out of 5 for me! Onto my Top reads for 2013 list.
" - DizzyC's Little Book Blog

About the Author:

Liz Trenow is a former BBC and newspaper journalist, now working freelance. She is also the author of The Last Telegram.

About this edition

• Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1402279450
• ISBN 13: 9781402279454
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 416