The Keeper of Lost Things

A Novel

By: Ruth Hogan

Narrated by: Jane Collingwood, Sandra Duncan

A charming, clever, and quietly moving debut novel of of endless possibilities and joyful discoveries that explores the promises we make and break, losing and finding ourselves, the objects that hold magic and meaning for our lives, and the surprising connections that bind us.

Lime green plastic flower-shaped hair bobbles—Found, on the playing field, Derrywood Park, 2nd September.

Bone china cup and saucer—Found, on a bench in Riveria Public Gardens, 31st October.

Anthony Peardew is the keeper of lost things. Forty years ago, he carelessly lost a keepsake from his beloved fiancée, Therese. That very same day, she died unexpectedly. Brokenhearted, Anthony sought consolation in rescuing lost objects—the things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidently left behind—and writing stories about them. Now, in the twilight of his life, Anthony worries that he has not fully discharged his duty to reconcile all the lost things with their owners. As the end nears, he bequeaths his secret life’s mission to his unsuspecting assistant, Laura, leaving her his house and and all its lost treasures, including an irritable ghost.

Recovering from a bad divorce, Laura, in some ways, is one of Anthony’s lost things. But when the lonely woman moves into his mansion, her life begins to change. She finds a new friend in the neighbor’s quirky daughter, Sunshine, and a welcome distraction in Freddy, the rugged gardener. As the dark cloud engulfing her lifts, Laura, accompanied by her new companions, sets out to realize Anthony’s last wish: reuniting his cherished lost objects with their owners.

Long ago, Eunice found a trinket on the London pavement and kept it through the years. Now, with her own end drawing near, she has lost something precious—a tragic twist of fate that forces her to break a promise she once made.

As the Keeper of Lost Objects, Laura holds the key to Anthony and Eunice’s redemption. But can she unlock the past and make the connections that will lay their spirits to rest?

Full of character, wit, and wisdom, The Keeper of Lost Things is heartwarming tale that will enchant fans of The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake, Garden Spells, Mrs Queen Takes the Train, and The Silver Linings Playbook.

The Keeper of Lost Things

This story is beautifully woven into a tapestry of lives that intertwine and then come together in serendipitous ways. The reader does an excellent job of making each character distinct.
While listening to the characters making a “lively cup of tea” I was reminded of the tea my mother used to make for us. We called it “Momma’s special tea” and it was perfect!
If you are wanting a solid story with delightful characters then this is the book for you.

Takes a while to warm up

Takes a while to really get going but all the characters are richly described and engaging. There is a touch of romance, loyal friendships, and perhaps a ghost story too. Leaves you very satisfied.

Charming

Charming and whimsical and a lovely, feel good story. I wanted to hang out with the characters.

beautiful!

i loved It. the Narrators are amazing. the. story ando the characters are beautiful

Love Is Never Lost

The novel is an intertwining plot of the power of love shared by all sorts.