The Hand That First Held Mine

The Hand That First Held Mine

2009 • 386 pages

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Fresh out of university and in disgrace, Lexie Sinclair is waiting for life to begin. When the bohemian, sophisticated Innes Kent turns up by chance on her doorstep in rural Devon, she realises that she can wait no longer, and leaves for London. There, at the heart of the 1950s Soho art scene, Lexie carves out a new life for herself with Innes at her side.

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May 8, 2023

It took me awhile to get into it, but about 1/3rd of the way through I started to really enjoy the stories, get to know the characters, and admire the beautiful writing. I didn't want it to end, and can't wait to pick up another of Maggie O'Farrell's books.

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