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Andrew Peardew collects items dropped or left behind by others, crafting stories as a tribute to his late fiancée. Upon his unexpected death, he bequeaths his estate, including the collection, to his assistant, Laura. Laura discovers the odd inventory and, guided by the stories, she seeks to reunite forgotten objects with their rightful owners. In the process, she forges new relationships with neighbours, navigates the complexities of secrecy, and confronts the emotions tied to the lost items.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Ruth Hogan
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