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Sybil is such a layered and complex character. She reminds readers of the dying art of letter writing and why it’s such a gift.

I am sorry the story ended. This book was a good surprise. Glad the bookclub chose it.

I was tired of my normal genres, so I gave this one a listen. I’m so very glad I did. The format was different. The book reads through the correspondence -in the voices of sender and recipients- of the once married and powerful Sybil Van Antwerp, legal assistant to a prominent judge, now divorced, aged,..

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The concept of an entire novel being told through letter writing seemed tedious to me. I was prepared to begin this book and then stop it abruptly. But instead, I found myself drawn into the story, asking questions that would be answered by a future letter. I did correctly guess one outcome, but I am..

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I don’t actually read books – I listen on audible. This is one of my all time favorite books. I rarely ever re read a book but I will Say this book may have some different means and revoke some Different thought as I age. I love Sib, I love her writings. I have never..

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My life is richer for having read this book. I feel lucky to have found it ❤️

I loved everything about it! Especially the audio cast. The story is raw and realistic and so enjoyable to listen to.

Where would I begin? The story is rich and detailed and thoughtful and reminds me of how to stay connected to people The character development, is exquisite.. Such depth!

This was interesting enough to finish, and I did enjoy the read. However, I am writing this review to balance out the 5 star reviews. This was an ok novel, it is not engrossing or particularly memorable, but it was a pleasant way to spend a drive. You will need to be a letter writer..

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Reminds me that each persons life is complex and so deeply complicated. How what is communicated or not shapes how know we are known.