I listened to the audiobook first and loved it so much that I immediately bought the physical book afterward. That almost never happens for me. The Correspondent is told entirely through letters written by Sybil Van Antwerp, reflecting on her life, her relationships, and the long chain of choices that shape who we become. Through..
The letters on every subject but one were extremely well articulated. Sybil was a powerhouse in so many ways, but in the end, she was unable or unwilling or saw no reason to articulate the horrendous guilt she lived with for so many years. Her fall into speechlessness was heartbreaking to me but understandable. Guilt..
An amazing story. I enjoyed piecing together this story of a person through the messages they sent during their life. Heart wrenching but also a wonderful read. After I finished it I had to just sit and digest and think through everything that happened. A book worth reading and talking though with others as well…
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The corresponding of handwritten letters from the author to her friends/family had me in tears at times also reflected on my own relationships!
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It could have left out some details of the email ie re; re; re. I was glad I listened vs reading.
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Story draws you in fully and fond memories of writing and receivin letters elevated it for me. vin Narration was superb ( diction, accents, pace).
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What a wonderful way to tell a story. Made me cry in the end. Lovely story.
I loved it! Great ending tied it all together . Nice twist that she ended up with the neighbor.
Loved everything about this book! I loved the characters and appreciated the variety of voices.
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I loved the multiple voices and personal stories about real life. Very fulfilling. I was completely absorbed emotionally until the very end.