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Den hjertevarme romanen Historiesamleren gir et rørende portrett av vaskehjelpen Janice. Hun samler på livsfortellingene og hemmelighetene til de hun vasker hos, men strever med å finne nøkkelen til den låste døren i seg selv. Hun vet at det er gjennom menneskers historier man virkelig lærer dem å kjenne. Fra den nyskilte Fiona og sønnen hennes, til den operasyngende Geordie og den grusomme Mrs. Jadajadajada og hunden Decius; Janice har et unikt innblikk i lokalsamfunnet gjennom jobben hun gjør i folks hjem.Når hun begynner å vaske hos Mrs. B - en vanskelig og hyperintelligent kvinne i 90-årene - møter hun til sin overraskelse noen som vil høre hennes historie. Mrs. B er overbevist om at det er mer ved Janice enn hva øyet kan se. Hva er det hun skjuler? Og har ikke alle en historie å fortelle?

From the author of the phenomenal bestsellers The Keeper of Storiesand The Book of Beginnings comes an utterly beautiful and uplifting novel.

Introducing 'The Book of Beginnings' by Sally Page, a mesmerizing journey that will capture your imagination from the very first page. This book, published in 2023, is a remarkable addition to the literary world. It's a captivating read that belongs to a genre that's as unique as the story itself. The narrative unfolds beautifully, revealing layers of depth that will keep you engaged and wanting more. The author, Sally Page, has done a fantastic job of weaving a tale that is both compelling and thought-provoking. Published by HarperCollins Publishers, this book is a testament to their commitment to bring quality literature to readers around the world. 'The Book of Beginnings' is more than just a book, it's an exploration of life's beginnings through the lens of a master storyteller. Don't miss out on this extraordinary reading experience.

'I absolutely loved it! So different, clever, funny and charming' Sunday Times bestseller Katie Fforde'Funny, wise, moving and full of lovely moments...The characters are endearing and unforgettable' Hazel Prior, author of the Richard & Judy Book Club Pick Away with the Penguins'Absolutely spellbinding...a warm-hearted, thoughtful, funny and yet deeply poignant' Celia Anderson, author of 59 Memory Lane'A treasure of a book. Beautiful, emotional and heartfelt with a cornucopia of characters you'll love spending time with' Phaedra Patrick, author of The Library of Lost and FoundShe can't recall what started her collection. Maybe it was in a fragment of conversation overheard as she cleaned a sink? Before long (as she dusted a sitting room or defrosted a fridge) she noticed people were telling her their stories. Perhaps they always had done, but now it is different, now the stories are reaching out to her and she gathers them to her...When Janice starts cleaning for Mrs B - a shrewd and tricksy woman in her nineties - she meets someone who wants to hear her story. But Janice is clear: she is the keeper of stories, she doesn't have a story to tell. At least, not one she can share.Mrs B is no fool and knows there is more to Janice than meets the eye. What is she hiding? After all, doesn't everyone have a story to tell?Readers are loving Sally Page:'Oh my giddy aunt what an amazing book...absolutely adored it from start to finish' Jeannie'Not what I was expecting at all...loved the way it ended' Julie'An absolutely wonderful, unputdownable book full of delightful characters' Sue'What a wonderful idea for a book...A joy to read' Angela'Beautiful story...I loved every minute of reading it!' Rubie'I felt every emotion reading this, and Janice was delightful - I was rooting for her the whole time' Kate'An engaging debut featuring an unexpectedly heartbreaking story' Sarah