Yours From the Tower

"Yours From the Tower," a children's and young adult book by Sally Nicholls, transports readers to 1896 to follow the intertwined lives of three best friends: Tirzah, Sophia, and Polly. Having departed from their boarding school, each young woman embarks on a distinct path. Polly dedicates her time to educating children in an orphanage, Sophia seeks a wealthy partner during the London Season, and Tirzah finds herself serving as an unpaid companion to her grandmother. The narrative unfolds through a series of letters where they express their desires, challenges, adventures, and romances. The story poses the intriguing question of whether these diverse individuals will achieve their desired happiness. Critics praise it as an engaging and romantic epistolary novel, with the Guardian calling it "addictive," while the Irish Times describes it as "immersive and uplifting." The Daily Mail highlights its thrilling and clever construction, and Hilary McKay refers to it as "an unputdownable friendship story." Published by Andersen Press, this 368-page softcover edition measures 19.9 x 13.1 x 2.4 cm and carries the ISBN 9781839134814, set for release in 2024.