The Midnight Bookshop
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Narrated by:
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Tesni Kujore
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By:
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Amanda James
'A book I was sorry to finish.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A timeless story that emphasizes the healing and transformative power of books.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Long ago, a bookshop was born – the beating heart of all those who find hope within the pages of a book. With the words penned upon the echo of old forests, new worlds are created.
It’s ready and waiting to welcome all those who know where to find it…
Strangers Jo, Adelaide and Kye are the least likely people to find themselves across the threshold of a bookshop.
But as their midnight book club shows them that a single book can change everything, all three realise that their own stories can be rewritten.
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Readers love The Midnight Bookshop…'This was an emotional and heartfelt read and had me invested from the start.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A thoroughly uplifting enjoyable read that will certainly leave you feeling better with the world. Amanda James always seems to write intriguing, sensitive books with that touch of magic and The Midnight Bookshop is no exception.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'To appreciate the book fully you have to leave any preconceived ideas at the first page and open up you mind to a magical world.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This is quite an intriguing and magical story of fantasy and realism [and] in many ways, is a complex novel about relationships and Amanda James successfully weaves magic with realism to create a potent tale in an unforgettable way.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The book underscores the importance of community and self-reflection, especially in a time when many people feel isolated or overwhelmed.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This book had me rooting for all three of them and didn't disappoint.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'[Amanda James’] writing so beautifully captured all the emotions throughout the novel.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Those who enjoy [magical realism] are going to love the fairytale aspects of this charming, well-written book with its uplifting message and sweet romance.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
©2025 Amanda James (P)2025 HarperCollins PublishersCritic Reviews
Hearing the word “says” pronounced like that so many times was very distracting, otherwise a lovely narration too
Lovely story, I want more
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That said, there were a couple of things that held it back for me. The first was how quickly the three main characters seemed to become best friends. Their relationships developed so fast that it felt a little forced, and I never quite bought into how naturally it all happened. Secondly, some of the dialogue felt overly polished and scripted. At times it read less like real people having conversations and more like a guidebook on how to support someone through a difficult situation. It wasn't a constant issue, but when it happened, it pulled me out of the story.
I also found some of Adelaide's chapters difficult to read, not because they were poorly written, but because of the heavy subject matter they dealt with. In a way, that's a credit to the author's ability to make those struggles feel real.
Overall, despite a few flaws, I enjoyed my time with this book. It's an uplifting story with a touch of magic and a lot of heart. My rating: 3.2/5
An enjoyable cozy read
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Very slow to build. too 'wingy' first me.
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