The Last Letter from Your Lover

A Novel

By: Jojo Moyes

Narrated by: Susan Lyons

Length: 15 hrs and 19 mins

Publisher's summary

Major motion picture premiering on Netflix on July 23, starring Felicity Jones, Shailene Woodley, and Callum Turner.

From the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Giver of Stars, a sophisticated, pause-resisting double love story spanning 40 years, and an unforgettable Brief Encounter for our times.

A sophisticated, pause-resisting double love story spanning 40 years-an unforgettable Brief Encounter for our times.

It is 1960. When Jennifer Stirling wakes up in the hospital, she can remember nothing-not the tragic car accident that put her there, not her husband, not even who she is. She feels like a stranger in her own life until she stumbles upon an impassioned letter, signed simply "B", asking her to leave her husband.

Years later, in 2003, a journalist named Ellie discovers the same enigmatic letter in a forgotten file in her newspaper's archives. She becomes obsessed by the story and hopeful that it can resurrect her faltering career. Perhaps if these lovers had a happy ending she will find one to her own complicated love life, too. Ellie's search will rewrite history and help her see the truth about her own modern romance.

A spellbinding, intoxicating love story with a knockout ending, The Last Letter from Your Lover will appeal to the listeners who have made One Day and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society best sellers.

©2011 Jojo Moyes (P)2011 Penguin

Critic reviews

"With its realistically complicated characters and emotionally complex plot, The Last Letter from Your Lover is hopelessly and hopefully romantic." (Chicago Tribune)

"Crafting a love story that feels not just compelling but true is a very difficult thing indeed - and yet, with The Last Letter from Your Lover, Jojo Moyes has done it twice. I found myself utterly transfixed by both sets of lovers in this marvelous novel. Moyes is a tremendously gifted storyteller, and I'm all admiration." (Paula McLain, New York Times best-selling author of The Paris Wife)

"A fabulous, emotional, and evocative book - perfect for anyone who loves Mad Men." (Sophie Kinsella, best-selling author of Confessions of a Shopaholic)

Wonderful intriguing story

Totally enjoyed this book. Love stories can sometimes be too sappy and predictable. This was a interesting story that you just cant put down. Sorry the story ended.

Meh

I really liked this author’s other books. This one, not so much. I didn’t connect to any of the characters and I can’t empathize with someone who is having an affair with a married person. It was meh. Not really a feel good story, and I don’t think it was meant to be one. Nothing wrong with that. Still, it’s forgettable.

Love story

Of the Moyes books I’ve listened to, this was the least satisfying. It’s a traditional romance, featuring the least interesting heroine she’s created—one whose lovable characteristics seem to consist mainly of her beauty and exceptionally good grooming. As usual in a Moyes novel, the ending is the most satisfying part and redeems the story to some extent, however.

Beautiful story♥️♥️♥️

I loved this book from start to finish! I wanted it to go on forever but found the story so compelling that I simply couldn't savor it! This may be a repeater and that is rare for me! I've listened to several of Moyes books and liked them all but this is by far my favorite. It had such a mature feel to it--for lack of a better word. I'm still so heartsick that it is finished and feeling very bereft, as I feel I have been on this journey with Jennifer. Her evolution as a woman finding her strength was so satisfying. I felt such a sense of pride for her. I also loved that B was the "anti-hero", yet such a strong romantic male character. I am actually finding it difficult to write a meaningful review presently. Hopefully that, in and of itself, says enough. I started recommending this book halfway through (something else I rarely do). I can only say at this point... Listen to this touching, epic love story!!! I don't think you will be disappointed and I hope you will be as swept away as I was! I apologize for the disjointed review!

GREAT LISTEN

If you could sum up The Last Letter from Your Lover in three words, what would they be?

Inspiring love story

What did you like best about this story?

The ability to relate to the characters. We've all faced crossroads in our lives.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

True love is worth the wait

a very moving book

this book was very moving and heartbreaking. it spans decades of time and tells of a love that lasts forever.

loved it !

This was a fun book to listen to, hated for it to end . I enjoyed the story, had no trouble with the narrator, the cadence or keeping track of characters. Watched the Netflix version after I finished - as per usual, the book was SO MUCH better

A beautiful story

I loved this book immensely. I cried and laughed at the same time and felt the characters emotions deeply. Highly recommend.

A twisty turny love story

Absolutley loved!! Jojo Moyes is a truly gifted storyteller. I can't wait to dig into another of her stories!

Very good!

Enjoyed every single minute. Very well written with so much depth to each character. Jojo is an amazing author.