The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes

The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes is a contemporary romance novel that will sweep readers off of their feet with its heartfelt look at the complexities of relationships, both past and present. The novel follows protagonists Ellie Haworth and Stephen Liscombe as they separately try to piece together the mysterious past of their respective partners; John Garrett and Jennifer Stirling, who have been presumed missing in action since 1963.

The story begins when Ellie, a journalist living in present-day London, discovers a hidden collection of old love letters belonging to her recently-deceased grandmother. Determined to uncover the identity of the mysterious author of the letters, Ellie follows a series of clues that lead her to Woodcombe Park, an old country estate in the Cotswolds, and Stephen, a biographer researching the life of long-lost celebrity Jennifer Stirling. Through the letters and Stephen's research, the two uncover a tragic story, filled with romance and deception, all taking place during a period of tumult, in both Europe and the Middle East.

As Ellie and Stephen delve deeper into their respective inquiries, they learn more about the connections between the mysterious couple and the secrets they’ve left behind. Both Jennifer and John had to put their lives on hold when they chose to enlist in the military during the early 1960s. While they corresponded through letters, the two were never able to provide each other with a happy ending.

As Ellie and Stephen discover more about their corresponding partners, they also come to appreciate their own relationships, as well as their relationship with one another, and the challenges that life’s uncertainties have brought upon them. Ultimately, The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes allows readers to immerse themselves in a heart-rending story of love, loss and the search for redemption, filled with vivid descriptions, riveting action scenes, and characters who come alive on the page.

At its core, The Last Letter From Your Lover is an emotionally charged love story that will not only captivate readers with its suspense, but will bring them to tears with its poignant moments. Not only are the characters’ stories engaging, but the lovingly crafted descriptions of the Cotswolds, as well as the endlessly energetic London streets, will have readers holding their breath with anticipation. Through a mesmerizing blend of past and present, Moyes weaves together a beautiful tale of love, loss, and hope that will leave readers thirsting for more.