I Wanted You To Know

The utterly heartbreaking, beautiful book club pick from the NUMBER ONE bestselling author of The Last List of Mabel Beaumont Dear Edie, I wanted you to know so many things. I wanted to tell you them in person, as you grew up by my side. But it wasnt to be When Jess gives birth to Edie, its the happiest day of her life. She knows, from the moment her little girls hand grasps her finger, that her daughter owns her heart, completely and utterly. And even though Edies father has left them, and single motherhood isnt easy, her beautiful, innocent child brings her untold joy. But then Jess receives a diagnosis that changes everything. Edies life that is just beginning is interrupted by worried looks, heavy conversations. And Jess must face the possibility of leaving her daughter to grow up without her. Propelled by a ticking clock, Jess knows what she has to do. She begins to put pen to paper, to tell her daughter everything she might need to know. How to love, how to lose, how to forgive, and, most importantly, how to live when you never know how long you have A heartfelt story of the navigating forces of hope and love when all else seems lost. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes and David Nicholls. Readers love Laura Pearson: Gorgeous Tender and beautiful As hopeful as it is heart-breaking I loved it Amy Beashel Wow. Seriously. Just beautiful. So many wonderful elements Such a unique angle So many memorable characters Beautiful and utterly affecting Louise Beech Be still my beating heart. Ive smiled and Ive cried and everything in between. Most importantly Ive learned Id give it 10 stars if I could Nickis Book Blog This beautifully written story of friendship, love, loss and second chances captured my heart Leaves you feeling warm, hopeful, and satisfied Lisa Timoney Such a treat! Just beautiful If youre looking for a charming, warm and moving read, this is the book you need. A beautifully written story about love and longing, and a poignant reminder that its never too late to follow your heart Holly Miller I adored it. Laura has written a heartbreakingly beautiful story about love in all its different forms. (And she made me cry again, of course). Bravo Nikki Smith Well, I finished this in the same 24 hours as I started it. Oh what a beautiful story and an amazing cast of characters. Poignant and inspiring! Jennie Godfrey Such a poignant story. Brought a lump to my throat in many places Karen Angelico What a beautiful book about truth, love, relationships and how it's never too late to follow your heart Moving, funny and emotionally clever. Highly recommend! Alison Stockham