nixmouse 's review for:

The Book of Beginnings by Sally Page

5.0

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The Book of Beginnings by Sally Page is the story of Jo Sorsby, who runs away from her past when she volunteers to run her uncle's stationery shop in London while he is in hospital. Right from the start I felt immersed in this story like it was a huge warm hug in a snuggly blanket, the narrative has both a humourous lightness and a sincere depth of feeling which is very satisfying. Touching on themes of regret, loneliness and the meaning of faith., it is overall an uplifting story of the restorative powers of friendship even in unlikely circumstances. The protagonists are quirkly but relatable and I thoroughly enjoyed their stories and their secrets, who doesn't love intriguing characters with mysterious pasts? There's also a subplot revolving around Highgate Cemetery and its inhabitants which I found fascinating and it's now on my travel wishlist!