Sometimes, books do more than tell a story — they bring us back to someone we’ve lost.

In this episode of A Life in Chapters, I’m reflecting on how reading detective fiction connects me to my mum, who passed away several years ago. From Agatha Christie to Ruth Rendell, these were the books she loved — and now when I read them, it’s like stepping into a world we once shared.

I talk about why certain books feel like time machines, pulling us into the past in comforting, unexpected ways. Whether you're grieving or simply missing someone, stories can help bridge that space.

📌 In this episode:

• How reading crime fiction brings me closer to my mum
• Why books we revisit hold emotional weight beyond nostalgia
• A reminder that sharing what you read — even online — can echo through time

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