The Lost Bookshop: A most charming and uplifting novel, the perfect gift for book lovers!
About this product
Pre-order the stunning Deluxe edition of The Lost Bookshop now, out in October 2026! ‘The thing about books,’ she said ‘is that they help you to imagine a life bigger and better than you could ever dream of.’ The Echo of Old Books meets The Lost Apothecary in this evocative and charming novel full of mystery and secrets. – 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’***** Evie Woods's book 'The Violin Maker’s Secret' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2026-03-09. Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers and Goodreads readers describe The Lost Bookshop as a charming, bookish read with strong appeal for fans of historical fiction, magical realism, and romance. Many praise the cozy atmosphere, literary references, and the “book lover” premise, while a noticeable minority say the multiple timelines and narrative voices can feel confusing or underdeveloped.
Across review blogs, the most common positive note is that the novel feels heartwarming, enchanting, and easy to recommend to readers who enjoy whimsical stories about books and stories. Several reviewers also mention that the emotional payoff and sense of escapism are strengths.
More critical readers say the plot can feel crowded or uneven, with some finding the execution less polished than the premise. Goodreads comments especially show a split between readers who loved the magic and those who felt the story meandered or did not fully connect.
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Specifications
| Genre | Fiction |
| Illustrated | No |
Product Details
| Publisher | One More Chapter |
| Publication date | November 7, 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 448 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0008609217 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0008609214 |
| Item Weight | 10.4 ounces |
| Dimensions | 5.08 x 1.26 x 7.8 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,815 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4 in Feel-Good Fiction #12 in Magical Realism #38 in Multigenerational Fiction (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (164,976) |