The Lost Bookshop
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**Evie Woods' stunning new novel The Story Collector is available now** The Echo of Old Books meets The Lost Apothecary in this evocative and charming novel full of mystery and secrets. ‘The thing about books,’ she said ‘is that they help you to imagine a life bigger and better than you could ever dream of.’ On a quiet street in Dublin, a lost bookshop is waiting to be found… For too long, Opaline, Martha and Henry have been the side characters in their own lives. But when a vanishing bookshop casts its spell, these three unsuspecting strangers will discover that their own stories are every bit as extraordinary as the ones found in the pages of their beloved books. And by unlocking the secrets of the shelves, they find themselves transported to a world of wonder… where nothing is as it seems. Readers have fallen in love with The Lost Bookshop : ‘Beautifully written and captures the wonder and awe that a story can bring to its reader …a delightful story for any book lover…an ode to storytelling and the connections that books can make!’ ????? ‘Wowwww!! It’s been awhile since I read something so fascinating, captivating and special all in one…It takes you on a journey like most books do, but this one, I just want to inscribe on my back and hope that it becomes a part of me so that I can carry it with me always ’ ????? ‘A must read for readers that love books ’ ????? ‘A beautiful story that begs to be read in one sitting …a magical story filled with beautiful prose and many surprises that readers will not soon forget’ ????? ‘This spellbinding book hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down til the end’ ????? ‘A love story, one with books and booklovers at its heart . A warm, wonderful novel that sweeps up the reader into an absorbing, magical tale’ ????? ‘If you enjoy books by the Brontë sisters … then I would fully recommend you read this book’ ????? ‘ This novel has it all : wit, a dash of magic, and a large heart. A fantastic read’????? Review: Cheap pirated copy - 1⭐ is for the quality of the book Martha has escaped from an abusive home, seeking refuge in Madame Bowden's house as a housekeeper. Henry is a Ph.D. student who is in a quest for an old lost manuscript, and a lost bookshop. When, the two strangers end up in search of a lost bookshop, which should have been next door to Madame Bowden's house, but isn't! However fate intertwines their paths in the search of the lost bookshop and missing manuscript. The secret becomes more intricate and profound as they begin to unravel it. What secret does the bookshop hold? This book is a charming novel blended with magical realism, historical fiction, bibliophilia, and romance. The story follows three main protagonists which are set in Dublin, London and Paris. It has multiple POVs with a dual timeline; it is narrated back and forth at alternative chapters. Opaline, is a headstrong character who built her own dream against all odds. Martha's character was a polar opposite to Opaline, she was naive and a girl with dreams, holding up to herself. Henry's character was full of ambition and charming. Madame Bowden is my favourite side character, she is quirky and mysterious. The character development was great, and the readers will get to know them throughout the book. The plot and the world build up was impeccable, with unexpected twists and turns. The magical element was subtle and charming. The author's writing was lyrical and whimsical. She also highlights female liberation, domestic abuse, healing and loss. The author was excellent at weaving stories inside a story. I love how beautifully she involved classical literature and those authors in it, which literally gave life to the plot. It was a heartwarming and heartbreaking read. Overall, I devoured every page of this book Review: The Lost Bookshop 🌿 - The story follows three characters Opaline, Martha, and Henry each carrying their own struggles and searching for something in life. What connects them all is this hidden, magical bookshop📖 that seems to appear when you need it most.✨ What I loved most is how seamlessly past and present were connected ,Opaline’s mysterious story gave the novel a historical depth, while Martha and Henry brought warmth, hope, and healing🩷. The writing felt comforting also carries depth simple enough to read easily , Honestly, I was hoping for a little more magical realism, but aside from that, it was a lovely read.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 161,853 Reviews |
I**E
Cheap pirated copy
1⭐ is for the quality of the book Martha has escaped from an abusive home, seeking refuge in Madame Bowden's house as a housekeeper. Henry is a Ph.D. student who is in a quest for an old lost manuscript, and a lost bookshop. When, the two strangers end up in search of a lost bookshop, which should have been next door to Madame Bowden's house, but isn't! However fate intertwines their paths in the search of the lost bookshop and missing manuscript. The secret becomes more intricate and profound as they begin to unravel it. What secret does the bookshop hold? This book is a charming novel blended with magical realism, historical fiction, bibliophilia, and romance. The story follows three main protagonists which are set in Dublin, London and Paris. It has multiple POVs with a dual timeline; it is narrated back and forth at alternative chapters. Opaline, is a headstrong character who built her own dream against all odds. Martha's character was a polar opposite to Opaline, she was naive and a girl with dreams, holding up to herself. Henry's character was full of ambition and charming. Madame Bowden is my favourite side character, she is quirky and mysterious. The character development was great, and the readers will get to know them throughout the book. The plot and the world build up was impeccable, with unexpected twists and turns. The magical element was subtle and charming. The author's writing was lyrical and whimsical. She also highlights female liberation, domestic abuse, healing and loss. The author was excellent at weaving stories inside a story. I love how beautifully she involved classical literature and those authors in it, which literally gave life to the plot. It was a heartwarming and heartbreaking read. Overall, I devoured every page of this book
N**�
The Lost Bookshop 🌿
The story follows three characters Opaline, Martha, and Henry each carrying their own struggles and searching for something in life. What connects them all is this hidden, magical bookshop📖 that seems to appear when you need it most.✨ What I loved most is how seamlessly past and present were connected ,Opaline’s mysterious story gave the novel a historical depth, while Martha and Henry brought warmth, hope, and healing🩷. The writing felt comforting also carries depth simple enough to read easily , Honestly, I was hoping for a little more magical realism, but aside from that, it was a lovely read.
T**I
Fast paced was something that kept me going every page had some interesting to read 😀
Lovely story kept you going completely enjoyed this story
A**A
The Plot twist at the end is just mind blowing !
Finally Completed reading the book by @evie.gaughan ! In the start, I felt a little disconnection between the story. The Story revolves around Opaline, Martha,Henry, Madame Bowden who are struggling to find their purpose of life. Martha works for Madam Bowden post running from a failed marriage and who aims to study to get a degree; living a better life. Soon she comes across in connection with a PhD student Henry and the rest of the story is about to unfold between the future and past connecting Madam Bowden's House. Opaline, who suffers mental and physical harassment from his Brother Lyndon; discovers the writing of EJB. As you progress towards the end, what a twist of finding a true treasure of a lost bookshop. The books connect the past and present story together to discover a lost bookshop. If you are a slow reader, definately you should add this book to your TBR - The Lost Bookshop !
K**L
Okay read
Gets really good in the mid.
T**I
Good one
Mom loved it
T**L
Nice
Nice book
S**I
One of the best fantasies I've read in a while
Beautiful story telling and characters. Must read for all those who love getting carried away with magic! Hopefully I'll read it again!
R**K
Wow! What an amazing read.
What an extraordinary story and I absolutely loved the way the story unfolded in such a beautiful way. I love, love, loved the characters. They were so well developed and had such depth to them. You are instantly hooked by the story and the two parallel timelines that have you both fascinating and interesting. The story is a cross between historical fiction, magic realism, fiction and romance, and I thought the way the author cleverly weaved the story together was absolutely genius. This is a story about being in the right place at the right time, self discovery, and trusting and believing in oneself. Do yourself a big favour and read this book. It’s absolutely magical ❤️📖
C**N
unconventional, really engaging
really nice plot that gives you expectations till the end.
P**M
Addictive
Starts off slow.. Then the momentum picks up as u go.
X**.
Linda historia
Es una historia que mezcla la fantasía con la realidad, me gustó mucho, se lee muy fácil. Muy interesante cómo se entrelaza la vida de los 3 protagonistas. La historia en general es muy relajada.
K**A
Beautiful book
What an amazing story. It is cozy, but real and magical. Very easy to read and perfect when you are in need of a good cozy book with depth. Highly recommend.
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