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Synopsis: Tina (Christina) Craig works all the hours she can and volunteers in a charity shop to avoid her unhappy home. Going through the pockets of a second-hand suit, she comes across an old letter, the envelope firmly sealed and unfranked. Tina opens the letter and reads it – a decision that will alter the course of her life for ever.

Billy Stirling knows he has been a fool, but hopes he can put things right. On 4th September, 1939, he sits down to write the letter he hopes will change his future. It does . . . in more ways than he can imagine.

Verdict: A beautiful story that will stir every emotion.

 – ‘The Letter’ by Kathryn Hughes is published by Headline Publishing Group