Romantic, emotional, with adventure and trauma, Agneta's story takes you on an eventful journey to the beautiful city of Stockholm.
Her memoir is a true lesson of love, life, travel and personal growth. It is also a very effective example of learning how to let go and move forward!
HarperCollins Review:
Congratulations on reaching the HarperTrue Top Ten.
...Letting Go is a beautifully written and, in many places, poetic story. I like the fictional feeling that you bring to your writing, and the calm, easy pace that makes it feel so real to the reader, allowing them to live your experiences as you do. I also find the combination of your personal life and the mystery of your relationship with Mick against your vivid descriptions of Stockholm and Sweden an interesting contrast...
The HarperTrue Team
AMAZON.CO.UK 5 STAR REVIEW:
Swedish ex-pats roll up!
As a half-Swede who grew up in England this book touches me more than most. I found the writing well-crafted, the mixture of narrative and descriptive prose well-balanced and the story itself touching. The dialogue is deftly handled too. It is emotional and evocative; for me, oozing nostalgia.
An enjoyable read with a strong flavour of reality, I'd recommend this anytime.
By F. Nath "fn21" (UK)
REVIEWS/COMMENTS BY AUTHONOMY.COM MEMBERS:
I can't help thinking that you're as much a philosopher as you are a chronicler. There are little pearls of wisdom and poetic observations dotted around amongst the crisp dialogue and engaging scenes, that make this a beautiful and often poignant study of what it is to be human. Shelved.
Drew X
Agneta, one of the finest things about this is how understated is your description of being an ex-pat. Those who have not lived that life cannot understand the solitariness--it's not exactly loneliness is it--that is part and parcel of the situation. Nor can they understand that it takes many many years to form understanding friendships. So I really appreciated that aspect of this.
I also really appreciated the distinction you made between a grown-up and a kid, because that's a thing which few people want to grapple with--and yet it's vital isn't it?
I very much appreciated your willingness too to be so honest about having been in love, having been spun along--possibly not out of any kind of malice--because it all came straight from the heart. And your Tom sounds a very good egg, from beginning to end!
MM (Of Honest Fame) – Authonomy
Dear Agneta - Here's what caught me immediately: "(obsession)...until your mind rules your spirit." I knew I would find treasures in your work, and I do. You write beautifully, thoughtfully, and reading Letting Go is a delight. Now - the story. I adore this story. I felt every flutter, every bit of nervousness, every euphoria in this strange and wonderful love story with the dentist. I love that you weren't overly descriptive of Mick, let us imagine him. Their almost-awkward teasing was so sweet, and every time she called for another appointment I was as breathless as she was! It was kind of cat-and-mouse, written so innocently, and yet I felt the attraction and sexual tension building. It was wonderful! Then, when Eva went to see him - that was priceless.
You make me feel all warm and romantic...thanks.
Lizzi (Dionysus) - Authonomy
They say truth is stranger than fiction - but in this case, a true romance is better than fiction. The tension you build between Mick and yourself caused knots in my stomach.
I found myself absorbed into your story. Loved it.
KJKron – Authonomy
I'm here for our trade.
I find that I like this - as a woman I can relate to your story - this really sparkles with warmth and charm. I like how you mix up the story with dialogue - some people don’t do that in a memoir and I find this a much more enjoyable read with it - and everyone can relate to the dentist story!
Karen Carr - Authonomy
Her memoir is a true lesson of love, life, travel and personal growth. It is also a very effective example of learning how to let go and move forward!
HarperCollins Review:
Congratulations on reaching the HarperTrue Top Ten.
...Letting Go is a beautifully written and, in many places, poetic story. I like the fictional feeling that you bring to your writing, and the calm, easy pace that makes it feel so real to the reader, allowing them to live your experiences as you do. I also find the combination of your personal life and the mystery of your relationship with Mick against your vivid descriptions of Stockholm and Sweden an interesting contrast...
The HarperTrue Team
AMAZON.CO.UK 5 STAR REVIEW:
Swedish ex-pats roll up!
As a half-Swede who grew up in England this book touches me more than most. I found the writing well-crafted, the mixture of narrative and descriptive prose well-balanced and the story itself touching. The dialogue is deftly handled too. It is emotional and evocative; for me, oozing nostalgia.
An enjoyable read with a strong flavour of reality, I'd recommend this anytime.
By F. Nath "fn21" (UK)
REVIEWS/COMMENTS BY AUTHONOMY.COM MEMBERS:
I can't help thinking that you're as much a philosopher as you are a chronicler. There are little pearls of wisdom and poetic observations dotted around amongst the crisp dialogue and engaging scenes, that make this a beautiful and often poignant study of what it is to be human. Shelved.
Drew X
Agneta, one of the finest things about this is how understated is your description of being an ex-pat. Those who have not lived that life cannot understand the solitariness--it's not exactly loneliness is it--that is part and parcel of the situation. Nor can they understand that it takes many many years to form understanding friendships. So I really appreciated that aspect of this.
I also really appreciated the distinction you made between a grown-up and a kid, because that's a thing which few people want to grapple with--and yet it's vital isn't it?
I very much appreciated your willingness too to be so honest about having been in love, having been spun along--possibly not out of any kind of malice--because it all came straight from the heart. And your Tom sounds a very good egg, from beginning to end!
MM (Of Honest Fame) – Authonomy
Dear Agneta - Here's what caught me immediately: "(obsession)...until your mind rules your spirit." I knew I would find treasures in your work, and I do. You write beautifully, thoughtfully, and reading Letting Go is a delight. Now - the story. I adore this story. I felt every flutter, every bit of nervousness, every euphoria in this strange and wonderful love story with the dentist. I love that you weren't overly descriptive of Mick, let us imagine him. Their almost-awkward teasing was so sweet, and every time she called for another appointment I was as breathless as she was! It was kind of cat-and-mouse, written so innocently, and yet I felt the attraction and sexual tension building. It was wonderful! Then, when Eva went to see him - that was priceless.
You make me feel all warm and romantic...thanks.
Lizzi (Dionysus) - Authonomy
They say truth is stranger than fiction - but in this case, a true romance is better than fiction. The tension you build between Mick and yourself caused knots in my stomach.
I found myself absorbed into your story. Loved it.
KJKron – Authonomy
I'm here for our trade.
I find that I like this - as a woman I can relate to your story - this really sparkles with warmth and charm. I like how you mix up the story with dialogue - some people don’t do that in a memoir and I find this a much more enjoyable read with it - and everyone can relate to the dentist story!
Karen Carr - Authonomy
