Love Letters: If you found a love letter in an old book, would you read it?

by Bryan Mooney, James Sparks (With), Nicholas Patterson (Foreword)

“My Dearest Darling,” the love letters began, and try as she might, she could not stop reading the letters she found in the old books. After reading one she was compelled to reach for another. Her curiosity urged her on. She could not stop…If you found a love letter in an old book, would you read it?Suppose you purchased some books from a bookseller at a flea market and upon returning home discovered love letters inside, what would you do? Would you read the letters? Would you try to return them? Would you destroy them?That is the dilemma that Katie Kosgrove finds herself in when she discovers love letters written by the man she knows only as Jack. Curious but unable to locate him to return the love letters, she begins to read.The letters all began with the same greeting, “My Dearest Darling,” and end with, “Forever Jack”. The letters transform her life in ways that she never would have imagined. She is thankful to the handsome stranger she met only once.Katie knows exactly what she would say to him if she were to ever see him again, until one day he reappears, back in her life. Their world begins to change once more, but the letters have an awesome power over both of them, until…"...if you like Nicholas Sparks you will love this romantic tale ..."

Genres: Romance, Fiction, Contemporary

192 pages, Paperback

First published December 22, 2011

About the author

I write stories that I feel strongly about and hope that my readers will feel touched by as well. I write in different genres because the stories I feel cross all barriers.
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Love Letters- If you found a love letter in an old book, would you read it? Love Letters is the story of what happens when a woman finds a series of love letters hidden in some books she bought at a flea market. She reads them and wishes she could find the doctor who wrote them to thank him. One day she does and her life is never the same.

A Second Chance - Ravenna Morgan, after losing the love of her life, does what everyone would love to do and gets away from the day to day hectic world.
She retreats to the small secluded Greek island of Petros. She has it all, a comfortable life, warm sunshine and beautiufl beaches. Until one day that changes and she realizes she may get...A Second Chance.

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Reviews

[Julie · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book was a train wreck from the start. I tried so hard to get into it but found so many things that bothered me that I couldn't get past.

Most annoyingly the story is made up of so many disjointed parts. There is too much going on and most of it is irrelevant and not even interesting.

There were several other small things that bothered me.

The restaurant was referred to as Tony's and Toni's on several different occasions.

The dialog was just ridiculous! So much was said in dialog that could have been better presented as narration.

I always hate giving books bad reviews. I am not a profeasional writer but as a reader this book left SO MUCH to be desired. I quit reading about 1/3 of the way through.

[Cherise · Rating 1 out of 5]

The main story was cute, but there were too many additional sub plots going on, none of which resulted in much, and were all resolved in such a clean way. I was also distracted by the redundant dialog, spelling errors, and grammar issues. I'm not an English fanatic, but it needed an editor. I guess that's what you get for a couple bucks on Amazon.

[Vikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Letters, Bryan Mooney

I read Love Letters as a " Book of the Month" book for a group I am in. This was a new author for me, but I enjoyed the book very much. As it became suspenseful I enjoyed it even more. I look forward to reading Mr. Mooneys next book.

[Taylor Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book Love Letters by Bryan Mooney tells about a divorced woman who is trying to find the man she fell in love with. The main character, Katie, is a very shy but outgoing person. She is always willing to go after what she wants. And she is willing to change things she doesn't like. She went from owning a bookstore to owning an art studio because she wanted something more in her life. Her problem is that she found some love letters in books and she fell in love with the man who wrote them, but she didn't know where he was. It is very compelling and makes you want to continue reading by making the man and Katie come close to meeting but they never do until the end.The genre is romance. And it helps you to always go after who you love or think you love because it might turn out good in the end. I thought the author did a great job of keeping you entertained and you never wanted to put it down. I gave the book five stars because it was a great book and it was compelling and entertaining at the same time and it had a great story line to it. I would definitely tell other people to read it if they like a good love story.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

A few weeks ago, I added it to my "To Read" list, and Bryan Mooney let me know that the Kindle editions were on sale so I decided to bump it up to the top and try it out! Love Letters was exactly the type of novel I was looking to read by the beach. I loved the setting seeing as I spent a week in Miami earlier this year. At first, I was a bit hesitant because I was comparing "Love Letters" Katie to "Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas" Katie (which I had just finished). Love Letters was so much less predictable than the aforementioned novel, and it had a great little twist at the end. Just a tiny bit more character development would have me giving it five stars, but the book was pretty packed for the 200ish pages it did have. I would venture to say that Mooney has potential to become a great chick lit author amongst the ranks of my favorite Nicholas Sparks. Definitely looking forward to more of his works. Thanks Bryan Mooney!

[Ellen Goodman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked this book because of the Kindle price, ($2.99) and the reviews I read at Amazon. People were raving over this new author on Kindle blogs.

I started reading and the lights went out in my house and I had my husband get the candles. I kept reading by the light of my Kindle Fire. I couldn't put it down.

The story is realistic and very touching. In the book she finds letters in some books she bought at a flea market and begins to read them. Even though they are written to his wife, whom he obviously adores, she takes to heart what he is saying. I won't say naything more becase I don't watn to put a spoiler tag on it.

Great book!

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the premise of this book...finding love letters in an old book that you bought at a flea market from a handsome stranger. You can't get much more romantic than that. The back stories on both of these characters is very interesting and the side stories of what they each are involved in seperately adds other laysers as well. I like a good romance just like any other gal, but this book has more ingredients than your garden variety romance books....murder, mystery, graft, corruption, crooked lawyers, politicians; it's all in there. Makes for a very interesting read.

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was okay quick summer read
Okay I need to update my review, the storyline bothered me in this book because there is not one man I know (which may refelct on the men I know) can write a grocery list and remember all that is on it let alone write a love letter. This did have a good story line just not one that is believable to me.

[Barb · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am a Nicholas Sparks fan, and this book came up as a recommendation on my Kindle, and was on sale for only $.99, so I figured I'd give it a try. Glad I did! It was a pretty quick read, and it was very interesting how all the pieces of the story came together at the end. I'll definitely check out more of his books.

[B · Rating 2 out of 5]

I normally love an epistolary novel -- which is what drew me to this novel in the first place. However, this book just did not work for me. As other readers have indicated, it was disjointed and the dialogue was stilted. The plot was all over the place.

[Jeanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

i really liked this book. im a sucker for a love story and this certainly was. The man wrote letters to his wife and these letters were found in a book that was at a garage sale. the person who found them struggled with the fact that she was intruding in the personal relationship between the writer and his wife. but she had to know how the relationship played out and how it ended. kept me reading because i too had to find out how it all worked out in the end.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! The premise behind this book intrigued me right away and I wasn't disappointed. Books that tempt me with a "what if" situation usually turn out to be good books and this one definitely was! I would highly recommend you read this book if you like a good romance with a little suspense thrown in for good measure. I look forward to future books written by this author, Bryan Mooney.

[Maureen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kate, having recently moved to Florida after a bitter divorce, purchases books from Jack at a local flea market. As Kate readies the books for sale in her used book store, she finds money and letters inside. The letters are love letters, written by Jack to his wife Laura.

Jack and Katie finally meet, and begin a relationship, midst the backdrop of an real estate deal going bad, and the opening of Kate's art gallery. This book is both a romance and a thriller, and is a worthy read.

[Rajiv Yandamuri · Rating 4 out of 5]

In present day social life style, where ambition and lust for power and money is growing like weeds 'Love Letters' is a must read for those who are starting their new life in this challenging world.
I really liked the poetry in book more than the letters, however a couple of them hit the spot.
Brian Mooney did a wonderful job in capturing the romance of prisoner and his lover-friend-wife who is suffering from Alzheimer's. The poetry in this book is exquisite.

[bex · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful love story of two people who not only find each other, but also rediscover themselves. The author has also skillfully mixed in suspense and tension from other elements. This really surprised me and added to the enjoyment.

The book is not without issues, but the great storytelling makes it possible to see past them. and probably the average reader won't even notice.

[Ericka Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just loved this book I could not put it down. This was a great love story centered around love letters found in a bunch of books, also the suspense like the person watching Katie and Jack possibly losing his home. I give great applause to the author Bryan Mooney. I can't wait to read another in the near future by him. Thanks for making me cry and smile all in one great book.

[Duane Parker · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good summer read, a modern romance that ask a compelling question; if you found someone's personal love letters in a used book you bought, would you read them? What if they also contained money, what then? Well, that's what the protagonist was faced with in this story. If you are a Nicholas Sparks fan you will probably like this also.

[Dragonsfire · Rating 3 out of 5]

OF COURSE I would read letters if I found them anywhere! Who wouldn't?! It was hard to put this book down because I kept wondering who was watching her with glowing eyes?! I'm glad the whole story came together nicely.

It was a fast-paced, easy enjoyable read for me.

[Cindy G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!

I loved the book but especially loved the letters and the poems inside. I wish someone had written love letters like that to me. The story really keeps you going! I didn't stop smiling the whole time

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well, parts of this book were a bit cliche;
and real people use contractions in everyday speech. That being said, I really enjoyed the story. Once I got started reading it drew me right in. I'll definitely read more from this author:)

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars.... loved the romance of the story especially the letters. Felt that there was a bit too much going on with the thriller part of it and it got a bit convoluted. But overall a good summer read!

[Erica · Rating 3 out of 5]

What I enjoyed about this book was that it was not your typical love story. There was a little mystery, along with a murder, and even a little mafia corruption in the midst of it all. Everything tied in nicely and it was an enjoyable read.

[Aruna Kumar Gadepalli · Rating 3 out of 5]

What makes this book interesting. Katie a second hand book shop owner finds letters in books that she purchases and she starts getting inspiration to restart her art work. What happens later ... read the book. Interesting story line. Easy and quick read as well.

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this was my first time reading Byran Mooney and I loved this book! The suspense-fullness kept me turning the pages. Everyone that has found true love has also encountered mistakes along the way, this powerful story of love and yearning feelings will capture your heart.

[Tracy Goetz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a story about different journeys in life and the consequences of your choices. Very touching and very well written. I hated to finish it. A great beach or cruise read.

[AK · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Cindy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm not sure why I kept reading this. Weak ... especially toward the end.

[Lesley · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fast paced summer romance book that I read by the pool. Delightful! Interested in reading other stuff from this author!

[Debra · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you bought several second hand books, only to find love letters and cash tucked inside, what would you do?

An intriguing premise that starts out strong, but deteriorates in the final pages.

[Chad Schimke · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVE LETTERS - Bryan Mooney writes a well drawn easy to read feature about connections that bring us together in unexpected ways. A must read!