Unfortunately, I was unable to get into this novel, causing me to DNF it. The story itself was not grabbing, not did I enjoy the charachters.

The Last Letter from Juliet is a remarkable and captivating story, with romance at its core. Following Juliet's incredible story of love, courage, and resilience amidst the perils of WWII, readers are taken on a powerful journey as they follow her romance and friendship. This deeply moving novel is also a testament to the bravery and strength of the women of WWII, sure to have readers coming back to these powerful pages time and again.

Set in the stunning backdrop of a Cornish cottage and rich with emotion and love, Melanie Hudson’s novel has readers longing to explore its depths. Drawing comparisons to My Name is Eva, The Alice Network and The Tattooist of Auschwitz, readers can’t help but feel immersed in the danger and all-consuming power of war and love.

In her book, Hudson paints a remarkable tale of a romance inextricably linked to a war-torn world. A breathtaking, must-read for anyone who appreciates historical fiction, The Last Letter from Juliet is sure to stay with you for years to come.

This was a wonderful duel time story set in Cornwall, really well written and the author has obviously done her research. Such wonderful characters. I have recommended this to all the members of our Historical Timeslip Group.

A great story told by the memoirs of Juliet and the present day. I loved the historical part and it is a story that stays with you long after you have finished reading it

This is a dual-time story set in WW2 and the present day. Juliet is in the ATA during WW2, widowed Katherine goes to stay in her cottage years later, and finds it unchanged from the 1940s. Like many of these stories, the historical timeline is the most engaging, but there are believable connections between Katherine and Juliet.

Full of well researched historical details and vibrant characters, the story draws the reader into the world of courage and loss during WW2. This is an emotional read which conveys the sense of living for now eloquently.

I received a copy of this book from One More Chapter via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

WWII novels are some of my favorites, especially those where women got into the action and showed their strength and this book had a lot of that. I also love that this book had a dual timeline. It is always fascinating to see how the past and present connect so strongly and what the past can reveal. These women were so brave and strong. Thank you to Netgalley and One More Chapter for the ARC.

This was an outstanding book that I really enjoyed reading. Once I got into it, I couldn’t put it down, and it was one of those books that stays with you for days. The ending was unexpected but perfect and I couldn’t have asked for anything more in an historical fiction book.
5 stars!

Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Impulse Books for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The story is set in two eras. Katherine is residing in Cornwall and becomes fascinated by the previous owner's history. Juliet was an Attagirl during WW2. Juliet's love affair is touching despite marrying another as a second-best choice. I learnt a new word - coddiwompler. Historically, it kept me riveted and one up for females in her war work. A fascinating, unforgettable read which is so sensitively written. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher.

This is the first novel by Melanie Hudson. It has a wonderful story line which takes place in two different eras: World War II and the present. The story is well researched and is told with a lot of emotion and humor. My only complaint is the version I was given to read seriously needed editing. There were so many grammatical errors that it sometimes detracted from the story. I'm hoping they are all corrected before publication!

Read a finished copy.
May contain spoilers.

The Last Letter from Juliet is told in two different timelines following two different women. First, we have Katherine who is a modern-day woman who is going to visit her uncle during the holidays, and this causes her to meet our second person Juliet. Juliet's timeline we get to see through letters she wrote in order to help her remember her younger days and the adventures she had during the war being a pilot.
I enjoyed both of the storylines, but I did find myself looking forward to Juliets more as her story went on as we got to see more of what it was like to be a female pilot during the war and how they were treated. I loved her friends Marie and Anna and even Lottie. The friendships that we see in this book were so important and I loved how they were still the main focus for Juliet even though she was also falling in love with Edward.
Another part of this book that I really enjoyed was the subtle's of Christmas and how the focus was on spending that time with the people you love and getting to pretend that the outside world wasn't happening for a little while.

Overall I loved this story. Juliet and Katherine's storylines were so fun to read about. Juliet's storyline was so fun and I loved learning more about female pilots and how they were able to get things done even without all the instruments and gear that the men had. Anything that involves acknowledging and showing the impact the women had on the war is my favorite right now. Katherine's storyline was okay, I found myself enjoying it more towards the later parts of the book when she got to meet Juliet as a 100-year-old woman! Go, Juliet!

The only small complaint I have with this book is some confusing inconsistencies that happened when it came to characters redoing the same thing they had just done, or the wrong person being mentioned dancing with someone that just didn't make sense.

Historical fiction with Dual Timelines and the main characters are two strong women who have moments of weakness. Sign me up...and followed up by frustration at the grammar issues. which severely impacted the flow of the book. It is hard to be drawn in and fall in love with the characters when you are constantly re-reading sentences to figure out what it was supposed to mean and if extra commas or words randomly thrown in. I was hoping it was going to be fixed before release so held off on review. Reviews after publication and not from ARCs lead me to believe they were not. Bummed as this book had promise.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

This book was a total page turner for me. When I sat down and started to read - I could not stop.
The plot and writing was so well done I have to give 6 stars here not 5.

This audiobook was extremely well done. The story itself was definitely captivating and I truly enjoyed the dual perspectives, which is typically the case for me with historical fiction. I had some issues with some of the content but I did really enjoy the characters.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the long-ago ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Unfortunately I did not get on with this book and therefore cannot rate it very highly. I really struggled to connect with the characters and storyline.

This book took me into a world of female pilots that I knew nothing about. There is emotion and tension and tragedy in bucket loads. Passionate and poignant. Spread over two timelines, with two heroines, I really enjoyed both.

A wonderful read my favorite type of book.I was drawn in to the story the time the characters their lives their struggles.I hated putting it down and didn’t want it to end..#netgalley#harperimpulse

Any historical fiction fans who enjoy a dual storyline with past and present then this is the story for you. We are introduced to Juliet an English WWII pilot as well as modern day Katherine.
A gorgeous tale that will have you thinking back at all the classic black and white pictures, films and nostalgia. It’s emotional and keeps you engaged throughout.
A fan of the author and look forward to more.

I was drawn to this book by the enigmatic cover, but ultimately chose to read The Last Letter from Juliet because the blurb hinted at a duel timeline, taking the reader between the 1940s and the present. I didn't take much persuading as I am very fond of the earlier era, and do love a duel timeline story.

I was hooked almost immediately. Uncle Gerald invites Katherine to stay in Angels Cove for Christmas to add weight to his side of the argument about its name. Should it be apostrophised, and if so, where should the apostrophe be placed - before or after the 's'. As Katherine reads his invitation, we hear her thoughts on his words tinged with sarcasm - my kind of humour.

Katherine is a widow but has yet to come to terms with her loss. She believes that one day she will be able to move on with her life, but not quite today. Accepting Uncle Gerald's invitation opens the door to a way for her move on; to celebrate Christmas with others, and not be alone.

Juliet is approaching her 100th birthday and has led an amazing life. She learned to fly at a young age, performed in her father's flying circus, and went on to fly for the Air Transport Auxiliary during the Second World War. She has, however, lost people she loved dearly along the way, and is now preparing for a reunion 'over the rainbow'.

The story is well researched and thoughtout, taking the reader back in time through Juliet's own hand-written memoir. Reading it, and because she has not been told otherwise, Katherine believes Juliet to already be dead. When she discovered Juliet is alive and living nearby, she feels she has to meet this amazing woman. Juliet seems to be expecting her, and asks for Katherine's help to 'go out with a real bang'.

I found this to be a very emotional story, and like Katherine, I wanted Juliet to live forever. The last few chapters were read through misty eyes with a huge lump in my throat.

The Last Letter from Juliet is a thoroughly engaging read; a tale of love, loss, friendships and heroism, and one which I would wholeheartedly recommend.

This book was a brilliant read and one that is perfect to escape for a few hours and loose yourself.
A great read.

A lovely winter story of love and loss, caring and friendship. I am not sure that the cover is quite the right fit for the story within but that is not to say that the book is poor. Well written and a story which draws you in more as you read further and deeper into the book.