"The Sealed Letter" is a gripping historical fiction novel based on real-life events that took place in Victorian England. The story revolves around two women, their friendship, and a scandalous affair with a young army officer that shakes their lives. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction with elements of mystery and scandal. Emma Donoghue's remarkable writing style makes it a page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Riley is your virtual thrift companion, and here to help you find your next favourite read. You can also find in-stock similar reads linked by topic and genre here!

• Stonewall Book Award Nominee for Literature (2009)
• Orange Prize Nominee for Fiction Longlist (2012)
• Scotiabank Giller Prize Nominee (2008)
• Lambda Literary Award for Lesbian Fiction (2008)

After a separation of many years, Emily Fido Faithfull bumps into her old friend Helen Codrington on the streets of Victorian London. Much has changed: Helen is more and more unhappy in her marriage to the older Vice-Admiral Codrington, while Fido has become a successful woman of business and a pioneer in the British Women's Movement.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.