The Railway Station Man
In this novel, Helen Dunmore tells the story of a woman named Martha, who is grieving the loss of her husband, Kit. Martha meets a man named Henry, who works at the railway station, and they form a deep connection.
As Martha navigates her grief and tries to move on from her husband's death, she finds solace in her relationship with Henry.
However, Martha's daughter, Mary, is not happy about her mother's new relationship and struggles to accept Henry into their lives.
As Martha and Henry's relationship deepens, they must confront their own pasts and find a way to move forward together.
The novel explores themes of love, loss, and healing, as Martha and Henry navigate their complicated emotions and try to find happiness in the midst of grief.