The Storytellers
- Author Sue Heath
- Narrator Jane Slavin
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date 1 August 2025
- Run Time 9 hours and 20 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships.
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What to expect
'A delicious story that wraps itself around your heart' Evie Woods
'This book felt like a cozy blanket—comforting, gentle, and full of charm.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Everyone has a story…
The local library is a place for community members to enjoy a cup of coffee, to read a book, to swap a book, to exchange ideas, and maybe even share a piece of themselves. It’s also a refuge for people like Hattie, looking to reconnect with her past, and Avril, trying to hide from the future, and Stuart, searching for a new purpose, and librarian Will, whose life has been spun in an unexpected direction.
Apart, they could not be more different from one another, but when a flyer for a writing competition draws Hattie, Avril, Stuart and Will together, they come to discover that a good story doesn't just open your eyes, but also your world…
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Readers are LOVING The Storytellers!
'Such a unique story and so well-written. Worth the read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This was an enchantingly captivating book that completely drew me in from the very start. I was totally invested in the characters and the story line. I loved it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This story is proof that books and stories are the perfect tonic. A truly heartwarming story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This was such a wonderful read. It’s not a book packed with action or wild twists—and that’s exactly what made it so special. The story was simple, but the characters were full of heart.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A perfect escape read about life's journeys and friendship.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'All the characters were people you would like to have a cup of tea with. The story that was being written by the group made this a bit like two books in one. Loved it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I stayed up most of the night because I was just gripped by the story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A real feel good read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Sue has a gift of making characters come to life and these ones all felt like my friends by the end and I felt like I had grown with them all too.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I really appreciate all the thought, care and love that went into this novel.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This author is quickly becoming a favorite of mine. Her stories are wonderful and so are her characters.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I thoroughly enjoyed loosing myself in this book and couldn't wait to pick it up and start reading again.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Critics Review
n PRAISE FOR SUE HEATH:n
n⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It's a long time since a book provoked this much emotional attachment… absolutely wonderful’
n⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A love story on so many levels … It made me cry a lot but it was also uplifting and a real feel good read. Definitely one to curl up with and read in one go!’
n⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautifully heralds the importance of friendship and connections during times of loss … If you enjoyed The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams, I really think you will appreciate this’
n⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘All the characters are so special … A feel good story with loss, love, romance, friendship and more’
n⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a delight … a stunning book that examines are individual relationships with food and how it has the power to evoke memories, create friendships and to transform our lives’
n⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A poignant tribute to love, resilience, and the transformative power of shared experiences, making it a compelling and emotionally resonant read that transcends the boundaries of grief and ultimately leaves readers with a taste of hope’
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