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Sorry I Missed You: A Novel Kindle Edition
A poignant and heartwarming novel about friendship, ghosting, and searching for answers to life’s mysteries.
When Mackenzie, Sunna, and Maude move into a converted rental house, they are strangers with only one thing in common—important people in their lives have “ghosted” them. Mackenzie’s sister, Sunna’s best friend, and Maude’s fiancé—all gone with no explanation.
So when a mangled, near-indecipherable letter arrives in their shared mailbox—hinting at long-awaited answers—each tenant assumes it’s for her. The mismatched trio decides to stake out the coffee shop named in the letter—the only clue they have—and in the process, a bizarre kinship forms. But the more they learn about each other, the more questions (and suspicions) they begin to have. All the while, creepy sounds and strange happenings around the property suggest that the ghosts from their pasts might not be all that’s haunting them…
Will any of the housemates find the closure they are looking for? Or are some doors meant to remain closed?
Quirky, humorous, and utterly original, Sorry I Missed You is the perfect read for anyone who has ever felt haunted by their past (or by anything else).
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherLake Union Publishing
- Publication dateJune 1, 2020
- File size2623 KB
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“A high energy, feel-good story about the ghosts of our past and the importance of human connections.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Sorry I Missed You is so quirky and original, full of humor, wit, and warmth. I loved how three such different women forged a genuine friendship—and of course, that mystery. A real page-turner.” —Josie Silver, New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December
“A quirky, original story about unexpected friendship and the power of hope, Sorry I Missed You is a gem of a book.” —Phaedra Patrick, internationally bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper and The Library of Lost and Found
“Quirky, original, hilarious, and poignant, Sorry I Missed You is an unforgettable read with a knockout premise. With ghosts from their pasts, and perhaps real ones in their present, four strangers connect through one rental unit and their combined searches for someone who has disappeared from each of their lives. Inspiring and heartwarming, this novel is an absolute must-read!” —Samantha M. Bailey, author of Woman on the Edge
“Full of charming antics, amateur sleuthing, a riveting mystery, and a letter that triangulates the central characters—you’ll find mischief, ghosts, tragedy, and triumph as you root for the reluctant, unlikely inhabitants that share the same abode. Written with humorous affection for the emotionally downtrodden, Sorry I Missed You is a beautifully told tale of missed opportunity and regret, friendship and second chances, and the importance of human connection. Poignant, funny, and utterly irresistible!” —Julie Valerie, author of Holly Banks Full of Angst
“Sorry I Missed You is a ghost story, a mystery and a comedy featuring three mismatched roommates and their feckless landlord who ultimately learn from one another how their own fears have held them back far more than imagined ones. It’s a fun and breezy read.” —Lorna Landvik, author of Chronicles of a Radical Hag (With Recipes)
From the Publisher
In Sorry I Missed You, this is exactly the situation that brings three housemates together who have absolutely nothing else in common—Sunna, Maude, and Mackenzie. Each woman has been ghosted by someone important to her, so when an unaddressed letter shows up at their rental building promising answers, each woman hopes desperately it’s for her. At the same time, weird things are happening around the rental house—almost enough to make them wonder if their pasts are the only things that are haunting them. Thus begins this quirky, hilarious, and endearing journey of unlikely friendship and the quest for closure.
In this charming novel, Suzy Krause has created a cast of characters that readers can’t help but fall in love with, a storyline that is completely fresh and original, and a heartwarming message that will resonate near and far—perfect for fans of A Man Called Ove. Sorry I Missed You may not give you the answers you’ve been waiting on from your own ghosts, but it will leave you with something even better—hope.
- Alicia Clancy, Editor
About the Author
Suzy Krause is the author of Valencia and Valentine. She spends her days with her kids and writes when they sleep. She still occasionally finds time to blog just for fun at www.suzykrause.com. She lives in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Product details
- ASIN : B07W7BT2BL
- Publisher : Lake Union Publishing (June 1, 2020)
- Publication date : June 1, 2020
- Language : English
- File size : 2623 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 317 pages
- Page numbers source ISBN : 1542010209
- Best Sellers Rank: #20,523 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #36 in Women's Humorous Fiction
- #137 in General Humorous Fiction
- #177 in Humorous Fiction
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About the author
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Suzy Krause is a writer and music lover from the Saskatchewan prairies.
Her first novel, Valencia and Valentine, was inspired by her time as a debt collector and the song Heart by Stars. She wrote her second book, Sorry I Missed You, after walking by a house with three mailboxes that looked like it could possibly be haunted. Her third book, I Think We've Been Here Before, is due September 2024 and has been optioned for TV. It was inspired by a recurring dream about the end of the world that was oddly comforting. Her books have been translated into Russian and Estonian.
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Customers find the book enjoyable and relaxing. They appreciate the suspenseful story with dark pasts and mysteries. The characters are believable and real, and they experience growth. Readers praise the writing style as amusing and easy to read. The book is thought-provoking, touching, and has valuable life lessons. They also mention that the humor and witty nature make them smile and laugh out loud.
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Customers enjoy the book. They find it relaxing, entertaining, and feel-good. The writing is good without bad language or sex. It's an ideal read during troubled times.
"...Mackenzie is the youngest and nicest tenant, who at times you believe might be a murderer. Yet you love her anyway for her compassion...." Read more
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"...Krause masters writing style, technique, word usage, and character development." Read more
"...The premise is clever, the writing is good, and the characters are likable with their flaws and mixed histories...." Read more
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"...The storyline is strange, weird, silly, yet believe it or not, insightful. Some people may not like this. There are a few holes in the plot...." Read more
Customers find the book thought-provoking and engrossing. They appreciate the clever premise, good writing, and likable characters. The book provides valuable life lessons and focuses on the real subject of ghosting.
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2020Do you like quirky? This one is for you. For the first third of Sorry I Missed You, I didn’t understand what the fuss over this book was, despite Krause’s writing being quick and clever, exactly what I love. But I plodded on and ended up glad.
This is the story of three very different women and their nerdy landlord. Upfront, there appear to be ghosts in the attic of the three-unit old-home-converted-to-apartment building they share. Each of the women, along with Landlord Larry, have a past dilemma haunting them (ha-ha) that they must come to terms with.
Nineteen-year-old Mackenzie can’t forgive herself for a lie she told at thirteen. Middle-aged Sunna, a beauty, can’t forgive a friend—and not just any friend but a more-beautiful, went-on-to-a-bigger-brighter-career friend—for ghosting her. And the totally friendless senior character, Maude, can’t get along with anyone because some man, Richard, left her at the alter—or rather, in the park in a wedding gown.
When a note in the mailbox, “Sorry I missed You” is found all but ripped to shreds, the three attempt to decipher who it was meant for. The only message they can decrypt, however, is someone will meet someone at a local coffee shop on some afternoon. Because of their haunting pasts, each of the women believes the letter was meant for them, and they begin meeting at the coffee shop every day, which results in a rather forced friendship. Then, when the building they live in presents ghosts of its own—real ghosts—they begin to rely heavily on each other.
Without a spoiler, the plot is silly, but by the time a reader realizes this, they’ve got too much invested in these women. By halfway through the book I couldn’t put it down because I LOVED all three of them along with landlord Larry.
Krause’s characters are so different you’ll thrive on their interactions. I am honestly unsure which character I liked the most. Very seldom do I begin a book not liking any characters and end up loving all of them, equally. In fact. This is a first, so here are the characters in no particular order: Sunna is a beauty but has been stifled by her ex-friend Britt, a bigger beauty. Sunna has no patience, is curt, and when she becomes acquainted with the older lady in her apartment building, Maude, she realizes she is on a path to become alone and friendless like Maude.
Mackenzie is the youngest and nicest tenant, who at times you believe might be a murderer. Yet you love her anyway for her compassion. Maude is the old lady you love to hate. Bitter, annoyed, whiny, and honest to a fault, you can’t help but wish you had a little bit of her bluntness. Landlord Larry is a forty-year-old punker who practically has nerd tattooed on his forehead. His thoughts are so entertaining that they add humor to his already peculiar, humorous life.
The storyline is strange, weird, silly, yet believe it or not, insightful. Some people may not like this. There are a few holes in the plot. Mackenzie and Sunna’s pasts weren’t firmed up in the end like their lessons learned. But overall? I recommend this. Krause masters writing style, technique, word usage, and character development.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2020This little book is a real overachiever. The premise is clever, the writing is good, and the characters are likable with their flaws and mixed histories. To begin with the premise: Larry inherits a large old house from his aunt but there are conditions attached to the bequest. He may not play his music in the house, he may not sell the house, and under no circumstances may he go in the attic. Larry is the night janitor at an art gallery, but his real passion is punk music so he cannot consider living in the house. He divides the house into three flats. The women who rent the flats are the main part of the story then. Maude, Sunna, and Mackenzie begin as strangers. The beginning of the book is three short chapters setting up a bit of the background for each of them. That part is a bit confusing, because the reader does not know what is important and what is not. But, never mind, it all come together fairly quickly. The action begins when a note appears in the mailbox. It has been damaged and all that is clearly legible is “Sorry I Missed You” and a suggestion that the writer will look for the intended recipient at a coffee shop. There is no date and no specified time. So, begins the speculation about who and why. And a plan for the three women to sit at the coffee shop every day. Meanwhile there are mysterious goings on in the apartments. There are things in this book that are amusing and things that are very thoughtful. The tone is light and the pages turn quickly. I enjoyed this book very much.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2020The focus which drives this story is clear- it’s about what happens after someone disappears from your life without warning or explanation, the process of seeking that explanation, and the possibility of finding some kind of closure. If you’re looking for exciting plot twists, you won’t find it here.
What you will find here, however, is excellent character development. The story is told from multiple perspectives and each character has a unique voice and they all feel pretty authentic. And yes- we spend a lot of time reading in Sunna’s voice and while she did get on my nerves by being insufferable and totally lacking self-awareness, I commend the author for writing someone so realistically flawed! I did like that the story is generally pretty grounded in reality, and there aren’t any weird, dumb twists that require suspension of disbelief.
I did think it was kind of obnoxious and silly that the book takes place in 2020, but the characterization of “old people” is so outdated. Maude could have been written as a Luddite, but the idea that someone in their 60s (so, not terribly old, especially by today’s standards) would say things like “Can I borrow your Google?” or marvel at the fact that a smartphone has a flashlight AND can access is the internet doesn’t feel in keeping with the times. Maude also doesn’t own a cellphone and likes to say “Not everyone has a cellphone in their pocket”, which might technically be true, but cellphones have been around for a long time. This might be kind of a nitpick, but the instances of Maude making gaffes regarding technology felt a lot like some kind of weird stab at boomer humor and cringing at it really took me out of the story. It’s 2020- even if someone chooses not to own a smartphone, they’re not going to be surprised that it has a flashlight on it.
Top reviews from other countries
- Margaret MusokeReviewed in Canada on June 21, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favourites!
The book was amazing! I love how Suzy Krause writes such interesting material without having to include anything vulgar. Both of her books have such awesome plot twists! I definitely recommend.
- Disappointed hoeReviewed in France on January 8, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars Mediocre but still entertaining
It's a light beach read, nothing more nothing less. It's a good read if you have ever been ghosted but it will make you incredibly nostalgic as the three girls are all overly hung up on their past and have more skeletons in their closets than a serial killer. Also, Maud is portrayed in such a negative light it is ridiculous like sis was left at the alter, give her a break!
- Faery JessReviewed in the United Kingdom on May 13, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars An absolutely delightful read!
I came across this novel as part of the Amazon First Reads thing and figured I’d give it a go. And I’m so very glad I did- it was a delight from beginning to end!
The writing is witty and flows beautifully. The characters are well-developed, the dialogue is relatable, and the plot is a mix of ridiculous and realistic, with just enough mystery thrown in to make you want to keep reading way past your bedtime. I know a story is good when ‘Ok, just one more chapter’ turns into staying up until 1am because I can’t put the book down.
The story is light and heartwarming without being saccharine or twee, and also deals with some sad moments without being maudlin or melodramatic.
Parts are hilarious, parts are melancholy, parts are surprising, and all those parts add up to an uplifting joy of a book.
- Greta GarboReviewed in Canada on January 27, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars Sorry I missed you
A bit confusing at first but then it hooks you. An enjoyable read.
- VictoriaReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 3, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars Such a cute story with some important messages.
This is such a cute book.
The characters really made this book and drove everything that happened, but they were certainly a trying bunch at times. I loved the fact that they were all extremely different. Maude was fiesty, stubborn, rude at times and didn't take any rubbish from anyone. Mackenzie was sweet, kind, thoughtful and genuine. Sunna was somewhere between the other two; fiesty and stubborn when required, but also capable of seeing when she was in the wrong and prepared to help when someone was in need. They were all so emotionally vulnerable and imperfect and I love how layered they were.
The ghosts were a fun addition to the book and kept it from getting boring. I loved how the ghostly element ended and found it to be a humorous addition to the book. A great twist.
The ghosts, along with the addition of the bomb threats kept the book moving along nicely and kept everything interesting. It was nice to have various elements rather than constantly focusing on one thing.
The final message in this book was such a sweet and relevant one. There were a couple of points right at the end that really resonated with me; the point where Maude realises that in losing the person she loved, she turned her resulting anger and hatred on herself and lost herself in the process; the point where Sunna realises that the people who have left us and that we miss are not what haunt us and that it is the emotions associated with those people that stop us from moving on - that we do not necessarily need an explanation to move on, just to let go of those feelings. They were such beautiful messages and I think they finished the book off fantastically.
A great read that left me feeling extremely positive.