In a fading bookstore, a grumpy owner discovers a mysterious gift that reignites his passion for life, love, and literature.
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In a fading bookstore, a grumpy owner discovers a mysterious gift that reignites his passion for life, love, and literature.
A.J. Fikry's life is not what he expected it to be. His wife has died, his bookstore is failing, and his prized possession, a rare collection of Poe poems, has been stolen. He is isolating himself from all the people of Alice Island and from Amelia, the Knightley Press sales rep who refuses to be deterred by A.J.'s bad attitude. And then a mysterious package appears at the bookstore that gives A.J. the ability to see everything anew. It doesn't take long for the locals to notice the change; or f...
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Central romance develops with implied intimacy and emotional focus.
Off-page death and theft mentioned; no graphic depictions.
Moderate use of strong language throughout.
Frequent social drinking; no addiction themes.
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Themes of grief and isolation after loss.
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