LAST CHANCE LIBRARY

The Last Library is a funny, poignant story of love, loss, self-discovery, and courage. It reminds us of the importance of community, kindness, and friendship, and celebrates books and everything that makes us human.

Format: Paperback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 19 August 2021
Publisher: ZAFFRE

The Last Library is a heartwarming tale that will make you laugh, cry, cheer, and champion all of our fabulous libraries. Clare Pooley, the author of The Authenticity Project, has crafted a truly lovely and endearing read that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.

Nina Pottell, the author of A Powerful Reminder about the Importance of Community, Kindness, and Friendship, has created a powerful reminder about the importance of these values in our lives. This debut novel is a must-read for anyone who values community and kindness.

Hannah Tovey, the author of The Education of Ivy Edwards, has created a truly stunning debut that will leave you captivated from the first page to the last. This novel is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and romance.

Jessica Ryn, the author of The Extraordinary Hope of Dawn Brightside, has created a sheer joy that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. This funny, poignant story of love, loss, self-discovery, and courage is a celebration of books and everything that makes us human.

Katie Marsh, the author of My Everything, has created a funny, poignant story of love, loss, self-discovery, and courage that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. This novel is a celebration of books and everything that makes us human.

You can tell a lot about a person from the library books they borrow. Library assistant June knows a lot about the regulars at Chalcot Library, yet they know very little about her. When her mum, the beloved local librarian, passed away eight years ago, June stepped into her shoes. But despite their shared love of books, shy June has never felt she can live up to the village's memory of her mum. Instead, she's retreated into herself and her memories, surviving on Chinese takeaways-for-one and rereading their favourite books at home.

When the library is threatened with closure, a ragtag band of eccentric locals establish the Friends of Chalcot Library campaign. There's gentlemanly pensioner Stanley, who visits the library for the computers and the crosswords, cantankerous Mrs. B, who is yet to find a book she approves of, and teenager Chantal, who just wants a quiet place to study away from home. But can they compel reclusive June to join their cause?

If June wants to save the library, she finally has to make some changes to her life: opening up her heart to friendship, opportunities, and maybe even more. The Last Library is a powerful reminder that libraries are more than just places to borrow books; they are places of community, learning, and inspiration. It is a must-read for anyone who values the importance of libraries and the impact they have on our lives.

Weight: 464g
Dimension: 152 x 233 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838774653