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The Lost Letters of William Woolf: ‘A poignant and beguiling world of lost opportunities and love’ AJ Pearce, author of Dear Mrs Bird

The Lost Letters of William Woolf: ‘A poignant and beguiling world of lost opportunities and love’ AJ Pearce, author of Dear Mrs Bird

by HelenCullen (Author)

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    Paperback 2018

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Synopsis

Lost letters have only one hope for survival . . . Inside the Dead Letters Depot in East London, William Woolf is one of thirty letter detectives who spend their days solving mysteries: Missing postcodes, illegible handwriting, rain-smudged ink, lost address labels, torn packages, forgotten street names - they are all the culprits of missed birthdays, broken hearts, unheard confessions, pointless accusations, unpaid bills and unanswered prayers. When William discovers letters addressed simplyto 'My Great Love' his work takes on new meaning. Written by a woman to a soulmate she hasn't met yet, the missives stir William in ways he didn't know were possible. Soon he begins to wonder: Could William be her great love? William must follow the clues in Winter's letters to solve his most important mystery yet: the human heart.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 336
 Publisher: Michael Joseph
Published: 12 Jul 2018
ISBN 10: 0718189159
ISBN 13: 9780718189150
Book Overview: A lost letter detective in the Dead Letters Depot of East London tries to solve his most important mystery yet - as his marriage crumbles and a new love story beckons. This charming, nostalgic and romantic literary debut is perfect for reading groups

Media Reviews
The Must-Read * Irish Tatler *
Soul-searching . . . a must-read * Stylist *
A fantastic debut about the vital importance of the written word. Watch The Lost Letters of William Woolf become a big hit * Hot Press Magazine *
Cullen presents readers with the mundane reality of 'happily ever after and how real life can undermine the greatest of romances. The novel is realistic without being grim and offers hope for change and transformation * Sunday Independent *
Once in a while a book comes along that captures your heart, and this one charmed me from the first page . . . An enchanting and bittersweet exploration of what love really means -- Maria Dickenson, Managing Director, Dubray Books
A strong debut. Cullens greatest strength is the way she writes so movingly about day-to-day life can chip away at a once-solid relationship until it crumbles * Belfast Telegraph *
Book of the Month. A perfect poolside read. Read if you liked Rachel Joyce, Alison Moore or Naomi Banoran * U Magazine *
If you liked Harold Fry and Me Before You, you will love Helen Cullen's nostalgic debut. With its themes of love, romance and frustrated hopes, this life-affirming book will draw you in and keep you there * Independent *
Wonderfully warmhearted and quirky * Good Housekeeping *
Whimsical, wistful tale of love and longing * Mail on Sunday *
A spellbinding novel. Compelling, lyrical and deeply moving -- Caroline Busher, bestselling author of The Ghosts of Magnificent Children
Gorgeous. Packed full of romance and longing, the writing pulls you in and doesn't let go until the very last page. I was so sad to finish it -- Ali Land bestselling author of * Good Me Bad Me *
A novel to get lost in. Warm and funny and set in a world that is both recognisable and completely the talented Helen Cullen's own -- Clare Fisher, author of * All the Good Things *
This debut novel enchants and captivates. William Woolf has what seems to be the best job in the world: he works at the Dead Letters Depot, where he dedicates his life to reuniting letters and parcels that do not have a proper address with their intended recipients. Honest yet lyrical, Cullen's characters are drawn with sympathy. Lose yourself in the whimsy * Scotsman *
A beautifully written story * Prima *
A novel [about] the complexities of our inner lives, and of the inner lives of others. Entertaining and enriching * The National *
A quirky, enjoyable novel about communication, relationships and love * Woman & Home *
A tale of love, but also self-discovery. Against the backdrop of 1980's London William Woolf weaves his way through this epistolary quest, intercepting midnight-blue love letters he believes are meant for him. Helen Cullen's words stayed with me long after I had read them -- Alba Arikha, author of Major/Minor and the forthcoming Where to find me
Is it love or fantasy which is tormenting him? An original, refreshing novel about lost love and whether the grass is greener on the other side * Daily Mail *
A strong debut . . . Helen Cullen writes movingly about how day to day life can chip away at a solid relationship * The Herald *
An enchanting, lyrical page-turner and an ode to London, love, Dublin and everything in between -- Joy Rhoades, author of The Woolgrowler's Companion
A wise, imaginative and heart-warming novel about the limits of love, the allure of new romance and the lost art of letter writing -- Luiza Sauma, author of Flesh and Bone and Water
I LOVED this book. If you want a beautifully written story of love, loss, heartache, thwarted dreams and relationships over time, The Lost Letters of William Woolf is for you. A lyrical exploration of things said and unsaid, and the spaces between lives -- Emma Flint
An effortlessly assured debut about how finding a lost letter and a twist of fate can make you question whether the love of your life is really meant for you after all -- Rick O' Shea, RTE Broadcaster
What a brilliant book. I couldn't put it down -- Larry Gogan
Author Bio
Helen Cullen is an Irish writer living in London. The Lost Letters of William Woolf is her debut novel.