The Girl in the Letter by Emily Gunnis is a poignant exploration of secrets, abandonment, and the lasting consequences of silence. The story is rooted in the discovery of a forgotten letter from a mother forced into one of Britain’s mother-and-baby homes, unraveling a narrative that spans generations. At its heart, the book reflects on how buried truths continue to shape lives long after they are hidden, and how uncovering them becomes both an act of courage and healing.Gunni

The Girl Behind the Gates by Brenda Davies is a haunting portrayal of resilience, institutional cruelty, and the human need for dignity. Set within the walls of a psychiatric asylum, the novel follows the life of a young woman whose only crime is defiance in a world that demands silence and conformity. Rather than focusing on dramatic twists, the story reflects on how time, injustice, and neglect can erode identity — and how compassion, even in small measures, can begin to re