The Keeper of Lost Things

"Laura was throwing away her old life. It was going to be a messy business."

The Keeper of Lost think is the story of Anthony Peardew and his collection of lost things. Things he has found at random and picked up, hoping to someday find their owners. When age catches up with Anthony he leaves the job to his assistant, Laura, a woman who is finding her own way in the world after divorce. Laura quickly discovers that being the keeper of the lost things isn't an easy task, but she makes some new friends who gladly help her along in her journey. Together they even begin to piece together the story of one of the greatest lost things. The one that began Anthony on his quest all those years ago.

Ruth Hogan writes a delightful novel that will make you laugh, cry, and contemplate life. It may have just been the timing, but this book had me wide awake at 2am sniffling with my dog. Very good for my soul.

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