Books The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (Author)

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is a poignant epistolary novel told entirely through letters, emails, and notes, offering an intimate view into the protagonist Sybil Van Antwerp’s life. Sybil, a retired legal clerk in her seventies, is a complex, fiercely independent yet vulnerable woman grappling with aging, loss, and secrets from her past. Through her correspondence with family, friends, colleagues, and even literary figures, the novel explores themes of connection, forgiveness, grief, and the power of written communication.

Set against the backdrop of changing communication eras, Sybil’s steadfast devotion to letter writing contrasts with the rise of digital communication, highlighting generational divides and her desire for deeper, tangible connection. The story gradually unveils her life’s joys and regrets, culminating in a quiet, peaceful acceptance and legacy of healing.