Great book to help with book club. This book definitely gets you thinking and I’m so thankful for so many things! Such a great read and a great perspective on life and your thoughts. This kit helped us to analyze the book and helped us to really dissect it and keep the conversations flowing.

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you the author and NetGalley.

This book club guide had some insightful questions and interesting feedback from the author about his thoughts. I loved The Midnight Library and always love reading about where the inspiration came from.

I was really loving this book until the ending which sadly just feel a little flat for me. Some readers might enjoy it and others may not, 3.5 stars from me.

A Poignant Exploration of Life's Possibilities and Second Chances

Rating: 4 stars

Matt Haig's "The Midnight Library" takes readers on a reflective journey through the possibilities that lie within the realms of regret and choice. This novel offers a poignant exploration of life's what-ifs and the profound impact of our decisions, making it an excellent choice for book club discussions centered around existential themes.

The premise of "The Midnight Library" revolves around the concept of a library that exists between life and death, where Nora Seed, the protagonist, is given the opportunity to explore alternate versions of her life. Haig masterfully weaves a narrative that intertwines philosophy, introspection, and a touch of magical realism, immersing readers in a profound examination of regret, purpose, and the pursuit of happiness.

Nora Seed is a well-developed character whose struggles and vulnerabilities resonate deeply with readers. As she navigates the vast library of potential lives, each with its own set of regrets and joys, readers are invited to reflect on their own choices and the paths not taken. The emotional depth and relatability of Nora's journey make her a compelling focal point for book club discussions, sparking introspection and thoughtful conversation.

Haig's writing style is accessible and engaging, making the book an easy read for a wide range of readers. The chapters are relatively short, adding a sense of momentum and allowing the story to flow smoothly. Additionally, the incorporation of philosophical concepts and existential ponderings adds intellectual depth to the narrative, provoking contemplation on life's bigger questions.

"The Midnight Library" also offers a gentle exploration of mental health, addressing themes of depression, regret, and the pursuit of contentment. Haig handles these sensitive topics with care, providing a nuanced portrayal of Nora's emotional struggles while maintaining an undercurrent of hope and resilience. The book's empathetic approach can serve as a catalyst for meaningful discussions on mental well-being within the book club setting.

While the book's concept is captivating, some readers may find certain aspects predictable or lacking in originality. The structure of the narrative, where Nora explores various versions of her life, may become repetitive or predictable at times. However, the emotional depth and the powerful moments of self-discovery and redemption outweigh these minor shortcomings.

"The Midnight Library" is a thought-provoking novel that encourages readers to reflect on their own lives, choices, and the pursuit of happiness. Matt Haig's engaging writing style and well-crafted characters make this book a compelling choice for book club discussions. Despite occasional predictability, the novel's exploration of regret, purpose, and the quest for contentment will leave readers contemplating their own paths and the infinite possibilities that lie within the pages of their lives.

Thanks NetGalley for this book.

I liked this book. Such a cool read. I need a physical copy now!

Absolutely loved this book. A whole book of life’s what if laid out in front of you and you’re able to relive that one chooice that changed your whole life. 100% would recommend to my friends. The whole book kept me interested from beginning to end

“Between life and death there is a library. And within that library, the shelves go on forever. Every book provides a chance to try another life you could have lived. To see how things would be different if you had made other choices…Would you have done anything different, if you had the chance ti undo your regrets?”

The Midnight Library is Nora’s journey to find, what she believes is, her perfect, happy, and fulfilling life. She experiences life after life after life just to find continuous disappointment. Finally, she finds a life that’s just right. But which one is it? The Olympic swimmer, the rock star, the philosopher, the surgeons wife?

Full of rich lessons, anecdotes, and emotion, The Midnight Library will have you coaching Nora (like Mrs. Elm) while also invoking self-reflection and love.

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[NetGalley URL] This was great to accompany The Midnight Library. It gave discussion questions to help with a book club, and it opens your mind to possible things you may not have thought of while reading.

This book leaves you thinking, what if? This book felt more like a motivational book than a novel. It really got me to reflect on my life decisions and if I am living life fully or just full of regrets. The book lacked some humor and twists. It was hard to let go of the thought that we already know the ending. It was short and am easy read.

This was such a cutie to read....

Such a detailed interview with the author and his mindset. Its nice ti get to know how the author got to write The Midnight library and how it became a hit. It was really short, but i enjoyed it so much ♡♡♡

Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this eARC, i overly enjoyed it :)))

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This was a really good addition to the book. The question and the interview, are perfect for the bookclub and for home reading lessons in university. Definitely going to use them with the book.

As a Librarian, I always want to consume any media about a library and The Midnight Library was not exception. The Midnight Library was such a great read and it was so helpful to already have the discussion guide already made for the meeting. I highly recommend The Midnight Library and this Book Club Kit. Matt Haig is such a good author as well.

This was super cool and unique! I highly recommend this! I think most will enjoy this and once you start you won’t want to stop!

I was expecting this to be longer and have more questions but overall they are great questions for a book club. This is a must if you’re going to read the midnight library and love to discuss with others.

thank you to netgallet for the book club kit of the midnight library. this was a wonderful book and the kit is full over discussion questions

This is an outstanding book and these questions are a wonderful resource to discuss the book in more depth. The Q&A with the author is a wonderful addition too.

This was a great discussion tool for our book club! I though the questions promoted thoughtful discussion around mental health.

I personally didn't think this novel was that amazing. It was alright but didn't captivate me. I did like the concept a lot, I just don't think it was executed in the best ways possible. I did think the book club questions were well written and I liked that they were heavily introspective.

This a a short book club guide that features a brief interview with the author and a series of discussion questions designed to stimulate meaningful conversation. This is a great resource for teachers or book club leaders who are planning in person or online events.

This hit me ... HARD!

“It is easy to mourn the lives we aren't living. Easy to wish we'd developed other other talents, said yes to different offers. Easy to wish we'd worked harder, loved better, handled our finances more astutely, been more popular, stayed in the band, gone to Australia, said yes to the coffee or done more bloody yoga.
It takes no effort to miss the friends we didn't make and the work we didn't do the people we didn't do and the people we didn't marry and the children we didn't have. It is not difficult to see yourself through the lens of other people, and to wish you were all the different kaleidoscopic versions of you they wanted you to be. It is easy to regret, and keep regretting, ad infinitum, until our time runs out.
But it is not lives we regret not living that are the real problem. It is the regret itself. It's the regret that makes us shrivel and wither and feel like our own and other people's worst enemy.
We can't tell if any of those other versions would of been better or worse. Those lives are happening, it is true, but you are happening as well, and that is the happening we have to focus on.”