Submitted by Shirley PhelanThe SITD Book Club gathered in July for a lively discussion of “The Last Letter of Rachel Ellsworth” by Barbara O’Neal, hosted at Susan G’s warm and welcoming home. This captivating novel follows two women—an adventurous, newly divorced traveler and a resilient former Olympian recovering from injury—who follow a trail of mysterious letters that lead them across continents. As they unravel the secrets behind a celebrated food writer’s mysterious final project, the women confront their own wounds and discover unexpected healing in friendship, travel, and cuisine. Susan sparked an engaging dialogue, with members sharing insightful perspectives and personal stories that echoed the novel’s themes of transformation and hope.
