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The Book of Lost Friends : A Novel by Lisa Wingate (2020, Hardcover)

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Get lost in the world of "The Book of Lost Friends" by Lisa Wingate. This captivating novel takes you on a journey through history, weaving together themes of contemporary women, literary, and historical fiction. The hardcover book is beautifully crafted, with dimensions of 9.6in x 6.4in x 1.3in and a weight of 22.3 Oz. Immerse yourself in the story of lost friends and the power of connection. With 400 pages of engaging prose, this novel is sure to keep you turning the pages until the very end. Published by Random House Publishing Group in 2020, "The Book of Lost Friends" is a must-read for any book lover.

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before We Were Yours comes a new novel inspired by little-known historical events: a dramatic story of three young women on a journey in search of family amidst the destruction of the post-Civil War South, and of a modern-day teacher who rediscovers their story and its vital connection to her own students' lives. In her distinctive voice, Lisa Wingate brings to life startling stories from actual "Lost Friends" advertisements that appeared in Southern newspapers after the Civil War, as freed slaves desperately searched for loved ones who had been sold off. Louisiana, 1875 In the tumultuous aftermath of Reconstruction, three young women set off as unwilling companions on a perilous quest: Lavinia, the pampered heir to a now-destitute plantation; Juneau Jane, her illegitimate free-born Creole half-sister; and Hannie, Lavinia's former slave. Each carries private wounds and powerful secrets as they head for Texas, following dangerous roads rife with ruthless vigilantes and soldiers still fighting a war lost a decade before. For Lavinia and Juneau Jane, the journey is one of inheritance and financial desperation, but for Hannie, torn from her mother and eight siblings before slavery's end, the pilgrimage westward reignites an agonizing question: Could her long-lost family still be out there? Beyond the swamps lie the seemingly limitless frontiers of Texas and, improbably, hope. Louisiana, 1987: For first-year teacher Benedetta Silva, a subsidized job at a poor rural school seems like the ticket to canceling her hefty student debt--until she lands in a tiny, out-of-step Mississippi River town. Augustine, Louisiana, seems suspicious of new ideas and new people, and Benny can scarcely comprehend the lives of her poverty-stricken students. But amid the gnarled live oaks and run-down plantation homes lies the century-old history of three young women, a long-ago journey, and a hidden book that could change everything.

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Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
ISBN-10
1984819887
ISBN-13
9781984819888
eBay Product ID (ePID)
7038607250

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Book Title
Book of Lost Friends : a Novel
Author
Lisa Wingate
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Contemporary Women, Literary, Historical
Publication Year
2020
Genre
Fiction
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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Item Length
9.6in
Item Height
1.3in
Item Width
6.4in
Item Weight
22.3 Oz

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Lc Classification Number
Ps3573.I53165b66
Reviews
Praise for Before We Were Yours "A [story] of a family lost and found . . . A poignant, engrossing tale about sibling love and the toll of secrets." -- People "One of the year's best books . . . It is impossible not to get swept up in this near-perfect novel. It invades your heart from the very first pages and stays there long after the book is finished. Few novelists could strike the balance this story requires but Wingate does it with assurance." --HuffPost "Sure to be one of the most compelling books you pick up this year . . . [Lisa] Wingate is a master-storyteller." --Parade "Every now and then a novel comes along that sweeps me off my reading feet. Before We Were Yours , by Lisa Wingate, is such a book. . . . Take note: This may be the best book of the year." -- Shreveport Times "Lisa Wingate takes an almost unthinkable chapter in our nation's history and weaves a tale of enduring power. That Georgia Tann and her Tennessee Children's Home Society could actually exist, unraveling the lives of countless children . . . will give you chills. . . . Vivid and affecting." --Paula McLain, New York Times bestselling author of Love and Ruin "This heartbreaking story is also heart-mending. I absolutely loved this book. I'm still basking in the afterglow, in shock at the true-crime elements, in awe at the journey of these characters who seem to have immortal souls." --Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, Praise for The Book of Lost Friends "Emphasizing throughout that stories matter and should never go untold, Wingate has written an absorbing historical for many readers. Enthralling and ultimately heartening." -- Library Journal "Wingate makes history come alive. Historical fiction fans will appreciate the authentic articles and the connection between modern times and the past, while adventure lovers will enjoy a voyage reminiscent of Huckleberry Finn." -- Booklist "This is what I love most about historical fiction, the chance to learn things we unfortunately aren't taught in schools." -- All About Romance "[A] wonderful novel . . . Wingate delivers a story that is heartbreaking and full of grief but also joy and optimism. It's a perfect excuse to curl up on the couch and read." --Bookreporter Praise for Before We Were Yours "A [story] of a family lost and found . . . a poignant, engrossing tale about sibling love and the toll of secrets." -- People "One of the year's best books . . . It is impossible not to get swept up in this near perfect novel. It invades your heart from the very first pages and stays there long after the book is finished. Few novelists could strike the balance this story requires but Wingate does it with assurance." --HuffPost "Sure to be one of the most compelling books you pick up this year . . . [Lisa] Wingate is a master storyteller." --Parade "Every now and then a novel comes along that sweeps me off my reading feet. Before We Were Yours , by Lisa Wingate, is such a book. . . . Take note: This may be the best book of the year." -- Shreveport Times "Lisa Wingate takes an almost unthinkable chapter in our nation's history and weaves a tale of enduring power. That Georgia Tann and her Tennessee Children's Home Society could actually exist, unraveling the lives of countless children, will give you chills. . . . Vivid and affecting." --Paula McLain, New York Times bestselling author of Love and Ruin "This heartbreaking story is also heart-mending. I absolutely loved this book. I'm still basking in the afterglow, in shock at the true-crime elements, in awe at the journey of these characters who seem to have immortal souls." --Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, "Wingate makes history come alive. . . . Historical fiction fans will appreciate the authentic articles and the connection between modern times and the past, while adventure lovers will enjoy a voyage reminiscent of Huckleberry Finn ." -- Booklist "Wingate brings to life a new and exciting historical drama." -- Deep South magazine "[A] wonderful novel . . . a story that is heartbreaking and full of grief but also joy and optimism. It's a perfect excuse to curl up on the couch and read." -- Bookreporter "This is what I love most about historical fiction, the chance to learn things we unfortunately aren't taught in schools." --All About Romance "Emphasizing throughout that stories matter and should never go untold, Wingate has written an absorbing historical for many readers. . . . Enthralling and ultimately heartening." --Library Journal
Copyright Date
2020
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5 out of 5 stars
by member27356345Mar 22, 2024
Fantastic Historical Fiction Novel
I bought this to read for a book club discussion. The story is told in two different time periods, 1870*s and 1980's. The author weaves the lives of the characters in each in a most interesting and compelling way. She draws you into their lives and you just want to keep reading. At the end of the book she does a wonderful job of bringing everything tigether. If you enjoy historical fiction this is an example of it at iit's best.
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5 out of 5 stars
by lorma6981Oct 12, 2021
Compelling novel that reveals the consequences of slavery post Civil War and 100 years in the future
Historical fiction based on the lives of former enslaved peoples in the U.S. who are looking to find family members they were separated from . Characters are well developed and the writing is superb!
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5 out of 5 stars
by 357.xanacon9Nov 23, 2021
Title fits perfectly
Lisa Windgate is the best. Always has the reader reading well past intended break time.
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5 out of 5 stars
by gedwifeyFeb 11, 2022
She’s done it again
I really enjoy Lisa Wingate books and was looking forward to this one too. She didn’t disappoint me and I think you’re going to like this story too. It felt like watching a good movie and was very entertaining….kind of sad but so is real life .
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5 out of 5 stars
by cologal61Mar 23, 2021
"The Book of Lost Friends" which has historical significance.
Loved this story. It alerted me to some historical facts that I looked up. Very original type of story that will make a fabulous movie. Highly recommend Lisa Wingate as a writer.
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