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Lost Property
by Helen Paris
Plot
Dot Watson's life is stuck. She wasn't meant to be single at this point, or still working in a temporary job she started over ten years ago. She was supposed to be in Paris, falling madly in love, building an exciting career. Instead, every day in Baker Street's Lost Property office, she diligently catalogues hundreds of lost umbrellas, lone gloves and an alarming number of shoes.
There's a comfort in her routine that Dot has become quite attached to. But then Mr Appleby arrives at her work asking for help to find his late wife's purse.
Dot recognises his desperation and grief - and they stir something unexpected in her: determination. As she resolves to help Mr Appleby, what else might she find along the way?
Review
This is a very well written ad sweet book that deals with some not so sweet issues. What seems like a lighthearted tale about a woman trying to reunite lost items with their owners soon turns a story of heartbreak, loss and some seriously hard topics that need to be talked about.
Dot as a character is complex and you don’t know whether to feel sorry for her or simply take her by the shoulders and give her a good shake and tell her to try and get on with the life she left behind.
There is an interesting dynamic between Dot and her perfect sister, which as the book goes on its explained why this is as they both try to deal with their mothers failing mind and health. There is also somewhat of a love interest which is sweet but doesn’t become the main focus of Dot and her journey.
Like I said there are some topics in this book such as dementia, suicide, physical assault etc. So if those topics are not for you then I would steer clear.
However, if you wish to read a book that’s got more to offer than a simple plot device then I would definitely give this a read.
Rating
4 stars
Recommend
Yes but be aware of triggers
This book was kindly gifted by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Dot Watson's life is stuck. She wasn't meant to be single at this point, or still working in a temporary job she started over ten years ago. She was supposed to be in Paris, falling madly in love, building an exciting career. Instead, every day in Baker Street's Lost Property office, she diligently catalogues hundreds of lost umbrellas, lone gloves and an alarming number of shoes.
There's a comfort in her routine that Dot has become quite attached to. But then Mr Appleby arrives at her work asking for help to find his late wife's purse.
Dot recognises his desperation and grief - and they stir something unexpected in her: determination. As she resolves to help Mr Appleby, what else might she find along the way?
Review
This is a very well written ad sweet book that deals with some not so sweet issues. What seems like a lighthearted tale about a woman trying to reunite lost items with their owners soon turns a story of heartbreak, loss and some seriously hard topics that need to be talked about.
Dot as a character is complex and you don’t know whether to feel sorry for her or simply take her by the shoulders and give her a good shake and tell her to try and get on with the life she left behind.
There is an interesting dynamic between Dot and her perfect sister, which as the book goes on its explained why this is as they both try to deal with their mothers failing mind and health. There is also somewhat of a love interest which is sweet but doesn’t become the main focus of Dot and her journey.
Like I said there are some topics in this book such as dementia, suicide, physical assault etc. So if those topics are not for you then I would steer clear.
However, if you wish to read a book that’s got more to offer than a simple plot device then I would definitely give this a read.
Rating
4 stars
Recommend
Yes but be aware of triggers
This book was kindly gifted by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.