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Tell Me How This Ends

A BBC Radio 2 Book Club Pick

Jo Leevers author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Amazon Publishing

Published:1st May '23

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In Tell Me How This Ends, Henrietta's quest to uncover Annie's sister's mysterious past leads to profound revelations for both women.

In Tell Me How This Ends, Henrietta is a woman haunted by her past, seeking solace in a new job that involves transcribing the life stories of others. Determined to keep her emotions at bay, she immerses herself in the lives of others, avoiding her own painful memories. However, her resolve is tested when she meets Annie, an eccentric and terminally ill woman who has her own tragic story to tell. Annie's sister drowned under mysterious circumstances in 1974, and this revelation ignites Henrietta's curiosity, pulling her deeper into the narrative and the emotional turmoil that surrounds it.

As Henrietta delves into the past, she discovers that Annie, despite her outward confidence, is grappling with her own fears and unresolved issues. The bond between the two women grows as they navigate their intertwined histories, revealing hidden truths that have long been buried. Henrietta's methodical approach clashes with Annie's reluctance to confront her memories, leading to a powerful exploration of grief, guilt, and the quest for closure. The emotional connection they forge becomes a catalyst for both women to face their demons.

Ultimately, Tell Me How This Ends poses the question of whether understanding Annie's story can help Henrietta rewrite the narrative of her own life. As they work together to uncover the past, they must confront the possibility of redemption and the unexpected twists that life can bring, all while racing against time to find resolution before it’s too late.

“A fabulous book…Really moving.” —Zoe Ball, BBC Radio 2

“A pleasingly complex narrative, flecked with reflections on the healing properties of storytelling…this promising, poignant debut concludes with that vital ingredient: a well-crafted twist.” —Hephzibah Anderson, The Observer

ISBN: 9781662506383

Dimensions: 197mm x 130mm x 19mm

Weight: 272g

303 pages