'A marvel… funny, thought-provoking and comforting all at once' Clare Leslie Hall, author of Broken Country 'A life-affirming novel of friendship, community and kindness' AJ Pearce, author of Dear Mrs Bird Can one note change everything? To be or not to be… Six little words, printed on orange card, appear one morning pinned to the noticeboard of Kate’s local café. There’s no explanation, no name. Each day a new line is added, sparking curiosity throughout the café.

Among the regulars is Bardy, an ex-English teacher grappling with writer’s block. For Kate, this trail of words might just offer a second chance at happiness, if only Bardy can find the strength to share his story too… Escape into the world of Sally Page with the perfect armchair read! From the author of phenomenal bestsellers The Keeper of Stories and The Book of Beginnings comes another novel that will warm your heart.