An enchanting tale set across two timelines. In the 1920’s we have Opaline, a young woman with her own mind. Determined not to be married off, she escapes a controlling brother and finds refuge in Paris, where she works in the bookshop Shakespeare and Company. In present times we have Martha, a woman who has been consistently abused and beaten by her husband. She too makes a break for freedom, ending up in Dublin working for Madame Bowden.

The two stories run alongside each other perfectly, with them getting more and more entwined as discoveries are made and secrets told.

I love books that relate to places I am fond of, Dublin and Paris are both described beautifully.

At times a very sad story, but there is always a touch of magic floating around. A nice if twee ending. Pure escapism.

Thank you NetGalley.

The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods is a magical and enchanting tale that transports readers to the streets of Dublin and into the lives of three captivating characters. Opaline, Martha, and Henry have long felt like side characters in their own stories, but when they stumble upon a hidden bookshop, their lives take a thrilling turn.

Evie Woods weaves together elements of mystery, fantasy, and the power of storytelling to create a narrative that is both whimsical and thought-provoking. As the characters unlock the secrets of the shelves, they are drawn into a world of wonder where reality and fiction blur. Nothing is as it seems, and the bookshop becomes a portal to extraordinary adventures and self-discovery.

The author's prose is evocative and immersive, capturing the charm of Dublin and the magic that permeates the story. The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their own desires and dreams. Through their journey, readers are reminded of the transformative power of books and the way stories can shape our lives.

The Lost Bookshop is a delightful escapade that will captivate book lovers and dreamers alike. Evie Woods creates a world where the lines between fiction and reality blur, leaving readers enchanted and longing for their own magical bookshop adventure. This whimsical tale reminds us of the beauty and wonder that can be found within the pages of a beloved book.

Opaline has set off on her own after fleeing her controlling older brother and the arranged marriage he has orchestrated. Ending up in Dublin after referrals from her bookselling friends, Opaline begins her search for personal meaning in her life and finds it in a bookshop. But her dreams are derailed when a demon from her past appears…

Several generations later, Martha has escaped an abusive relationship and sought refuge as a maid in an elderly lady’s home. Afraid of opening up, her encounters with book researcher Henry will have her questioning if she can find happiness again.

The lives of these three characters intertwine in a magical way. Equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful, this novel is beautifully written and captures the wonder and awe that a story can bring to its reader.

The way the author connects past to present through literature and love left me with a smile on my face. This is 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. I knew from the first few pages that this book would be special. 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. Thank you NetGalley and One More Chapter (Harper Collins) for the chance to read this ARC. It is simply a work of art.

We have a dual storyline between Opaline and Martha. Opaline's story is around the start of World War 2, she flees her home and country to escape her brother and a marriage she didn't want. Martha's story is present time and she is escaping a very abusive marriage. Both women are hiding and both women find solace in books eventually. There is also a mystical and disappearing book shop that is a character in itself. A love story for both women which I ended up loving.. let's see... An insane asylum, umm oh.. Bronte sister mystery.... This book has all the things.... I really enjoyed this book, especially the ending. The ending was perfect and filled my heart. I would say it's a must read for readers that love books and wonder.

The Lost Bookshop is a beautiful story that begs to be read in one sitting. It’s the story about searching for one’s proper place told by three characters tied together by the idea that Charlotte Brontë had written a second book which was lost as was the bookshop that was supposed to be at number 11 on a street that had no number 11. Author Evie Woods has created a magical story filled with beautiful prose and many surprises that readers will not soon forget. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book from NetGalley. Most highly recommend.

This spellbinding book hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down til the end.
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A bookshop, a mystery and historical events? The Lost Bookshop contains my favourite mystery elements, all wrapped up in delicious novel.
Our story commences in the present day when a young boy wanders into a bookshop in Dublin. And is greeted by Martha, who helps to inspire his imagination.
The reader then meets Opaline, a book loving and independent woman, living in London in 1921. Opaline soon realises that her freedom is at stake and flees to Paris. Opaline eventually makes her way to the amazing Shakespeare & Co., bookshop (the real life bookshop) and encounters historical figures such as James Joyce etc.
The storyline moves smoothly between the stories of Martha and Opaline, which mysterious parallels occurring that suggest the lives of our heroines may be connected. There is also an unusual mystery involving a disappearing bookshop, magical tattoos and a tree with a life of its own.
There are some genuinely tragic moments in the novel involving both Martha and Opaline, so I would tell other readers to be aware of the trigger warnings for abuse, child death, war etc. But overall The Lost Bookshop is 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.

Told from three perspectives, we follow first Opaline in the past, struggling to live her life free of her brother and family obligations. Intermixed we follow Martha and Henry. Martha has escaped a bad marriage and found herself in Dublin working in the home or a strange woman. Here a chance meeting through her basement window brings her to Henry, a student looking for a missing bookstore. It took a bit but eventually this unique story drew me into it's web and was a very satisfying read.

I received a free copy of The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods from the publishers via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.

I love reading books about books and I was just intrigued by the title of the book. I loved all three main characters and was not expecting the twist near the end of the book.

I can see how the three main characters are all linked now after reading the book and I can say that I was hoping that they would all find their happily ever after especially from everything that they experienced previously.

This book follows the three main characters Opaline, Martha and Henry.

If you enjoy books by the Brontë sisters and enjoy reading books that references a lot of books and about book dealers then I would fully recommend you read this book.

A wonderfully magical story told through 3 different perspectives, Opaline, Martha and Henry going through very different times in their lives. This was such a fast read because I couldn't put it down, the writing is enchantingly beautiful with a magical mystery and a connection between the characters that slowly gets revealed. I can't recommend this enough, it truly is a book for when you want an escape.

I love books about books and bookshops, so this was right up my alley. I loved the way the bookstore was brought to life through the dual timeline and multiple POV of the people connected to the bookstore.

At times I wished there would have been some note as to the year the chapter was set in as I didn’t know how much time was always passing or even what year of the present the story was taking place. It seemed like there was a continuity error around the tattoo and the last lines, but I wonder if the reader was supposed to know the words continued to make the last lines the same.

The Lost Bookshop is a heartwarming, charming, and magical book. Evie Woods writes with such ease and passion that the reader finds it difficult to put the book down until it is completed.

An endearing tale with sorrow and hope that is told from three points of view.

Martha, a delicate young woman, wed a violent guy. She leaves her little Irish hamlet after receiving one too many beatings and travels to Dublin in search of anonymity. Answering a housekeeping post looks like the perfect way to escape abuse while receiving free housing and food. As soon as she enters Ha'penny Lane, Martha runs into Henry, a Ph.D. candidate researching Opaline Carlisle, a bookseller from the early 20th century. Henry is fixated on Ha'penny Lane and believes Opaline's bookshop was just next door to Martha's residence. Since no structures exist and nothing can be found on old maps or plans, everything is highly strange.

Opaline is the third narrator in the story. Opaline, who was born around the turn of the 20th century, had a very challenging existence. Having a bitter elder brother and an uncaring mother, she was born into a prosperous household. Opaline aspires to work as a book dealer since her childhood. Her family has different ideas and anticipates that she will wed into yet another rich family. Opaline flees like Martha did, only 100 years before.

This novel has it all: well-developed and likable characters, an array of emotions, wit, a dash of magic, and a large heart.

A fantastic read.

An interesting, historical read which is set in Ireland, and features the extreme love of old books, centering around The Lost Bookshop. I thought it engaging, enjoyable and very original.

Thanks to Netfalley and the publishers for giving me an arc in exchange for an honest review.

I love this story which is told from 3 points of view. I kept my attention from the start. I look forward to reading more from this author.

This was OK. I preferred the historical timeline. Found at times this to have a slow pace, and so many characters cluttered this a bit. This is essentially a love letter to books which I will always adore but just didn't quite meet the mark for me.

Thank you for the advanced readers copy for an honest review

It took a few chapter’s to get into the story but once I did I started to enjoy and be invested in the characters. Martha, mrs Bowden, Henry, Opaline

Such a feel good book, characters are likeable and relatable

The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods, is set in Dublin, has a dual timeline with enough fantasy and realism to make this a satisfyingly quirky read. I enjoyed the moments of fantasy and plain - how did that happen, moments.

The synopsis for this sounded compelling and I love books about bookstores and/or libraries. "The Lost Bookshop" characters are rich, and their stories contain a range of topics such as war, grief and addiction. I would recommend this for anyone who is enchanted by bookshop stories with a hint of magic. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods

There is something magical in a dual timeline book , and this title is just that and so much more.
A fab plot for a story and as someone who thinks the perfect job would be working in one I knew this one would be right up my street , I was right and couldn't put it down !
Great characters who you could totally believe in a magical , enthralling tale.