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The Lost Bookshop

by Evie Woods

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The Keeper of Stories meets The Lost Apothecary in this charming bookish novel, which has a dash of romance, a sprinkle of historical fiction, and a lot of magic.

"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.

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  1. Opaline's love of books is what guides her through life, like talismans and passports of escape. As a reader, what do books mean to you? How have books impacted your life?
  2. Were there any significant plot twists that surprised you?
  3. Did the book provoke any emotional responses from you? Which scenes stood out in terms of their impact?
  4. What did you make of the magical elements in the book? Did they add to your experience of the bookshop?
  5. The plot highlights the impact of living in a patriarchal society in both timelines. What is your assessment of the male characters in the book and how their storylines developed?
  6. Were there any lines or passages that stood out to you or that you highlighted?
  7. Did the different settings make you eager to...
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The Lost Bookshop is a joy to read, a seductive tale that sparks the imagination, a truly immersive and charismatic read of self-discovery and strength imbued with a sense of hope and passion." —Swirl and Thread

"This book will be treasured by literary sleuths, book collectors, and bibliophiles alike. Yes, it strains credibility, but what is magic… but imagination set free." —Fictionophile

A mix of historical fiction, romance, fantasy and contemporary fiction. I adored this one a huge amount and I would highly recommend it." —Me and My Books

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I really enjoyed the story line and characters. I couldn’t put it down. I would highly recommend this book for your reading pleasure. Need a book 2 all about the Lost Bookshop.

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Evie Woods

Evie Woods is the pseudonym of Evie Gaughan, the bestselling author of The Story Collector, The Heirloom and The Mysterious Bakery On Rue De Paris.

Living on the West Coast of Ireland, Evie escapes the inclement weather by writing her stories in a converted attic, where she dreams about underfloor heating. Her books tread the intriguing line between the everyday and the otherworldly, revealing the magic that exists in our ordinary lives.

She is currently working on her fourth novel.

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