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Author: Virginia Evans
Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins
Narrated by: Maggi-Meg Reed, Jane Oppenheimer, Carly Robins, Jeff Ebner, David Pittu, Chris Andrew Ciulla, Mark Bramhall, Petrea Burchard, Robert Petkoff, Kimberly Farr, Cerris Morgan-Moyer, Peter Ganim, Jade Wheeler, various
Categories: Literary Fiction, Epistolary Novel
Possibility of free listening: YES

Every morning, Sybil Van Antwerp sits at her desk in Annapolis, sipping tea and pouring her heart into letters that weave her life’s story. In The Correspondent, Virginia Evans crafts a vibrant tale of a 73-year-old retired lawyer whose sharp wit and stubborn streak shine through her letters to family, friends, and even literary giants like Joan Didion. What starts as a daily ritual becomes a mirror, reflecting a woman wrestling with old wounds and unexpected chances to mend them.

Sybil’s letters aren’t just notes; they’re a lifeline to a world she’s spent a lifetime trying to understand. From her strained bond with her daughter in London to the ghosts of a past she’s kept buried, each letter reveals a piece of a woman who’s both prickly and deeply human. As she writes to authors, neighbors, and a mysterious recipient she can’t bring herself to reach, you’ll feel the pull of her regrets and the spark of her hope for something new.

This audiobook, brought to life by a stellar full cast, is like opening a box of cherished letters, each one read with warmth and nuance that makes Sybil’s world feel real. Perfect for anyone who loves a story that’s funny, heartfelt, and wise, this debut novel will make you laugh, tear up, and maybe even pick up a pen yourself. It’s a reminder that it’s never too late to rewrite the story of your life.

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Discover the intimate world of The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, a moving epistolary novel told through the letters of Sybil Van Antwerp, a retired lawyer in her 70s living outside Annapolis. As Sybil pens letters to her estranged children, a troubled godson, and even authors like Joan Didion, she confronts her fading eyesight and the lingering pain of her son’s tragic death, weaving a tapestry of grief, forgiveness, and self-discovery.

Embrace the free trial period, cancel anytime, and immerse yourself in this 8-hour, 36-minute narrative brought to life by a stellar cast, including Maggi-Meg Reed as Sybil, whose voices capture the raw emotion of each letter. With the mobile app, Sybil’s heartfelt words travel with you, turning quiet moments into reflections on love, loss, and the power of connection.

If you choose to end your subscription, the stories you’ve uncovered remain yours to keep. A link to the guide for the cancellation process is at the bottom of this page. For now, let The Correspondent invite you into a life revealed through the delicate art of letter-writing.