The Bookshop Ladies: The brand new uplifiting story of friendship and community from the #1 kindle bestselling author

The Bookshop Ladies is a captivating read that explores friendship, betrayal, and secrets. It follows Joy Blackwood, a widow in search of answers to her husband's shocking confession, as she becomes entangled in the daily dramas of Ballycove. The book is praised for its warm and elegant writing, its realistic characters, and its celebration of self-discovery, friendship, and family bonds.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Evie Woods, the talented author of The Lost Bookshop, has crafted a captivating tale that will transport you to a world of warmth and elegance. The Bookshop Ladies is the perfect escape from the stresses of everyday life, offering a delightful journey into the lives of three remarkable women.

Set in the picturesque town of Ballycove on the west coast of Ireland, the story revolves around Joy Blackwood, a widow in search of answers to a shocking confession by her dying husband. Despite having no idea why her French art dealer husband has left a valuable painting to a woman called Robyn Tessier, Joy is determined to uncover the truth. Upon arriving in Ballycove, Joy discovers that Robyn runs a rather chaotic and unprofitable bookshop. Shy and suffering from unrequited love for a dashing Kian, Joy is in desperate need of advice on how to make the bookshop successful.

As Joy becomes entangled in the daily dramas of Ballycove, she begins to unravel the secrets behind her husband's painting. The more she learns, the more challenging it becomes to confront the truth. However, when she finally musters the courage to face the reality, her revelation sends shockwaves through the tight-knit community she has grown to love.

Faith Hogan's writing is praised for its enchanting quality, with readers eagerly welcoming a week or two being looked after by Esme in beautiful Ballycove. Heidi Swain describes the book as "utterly enchanting," praising the author's ability to create a truly real cast of characters that readers feel as if they exist. Trisha Ashley praises the book for its "life-affirming and unputdownable" quality, while Cathy Kelly describes it as a beautiful and intriguing story that celebrates self-discovery, friendship, and family bonds.

The Library of Lost and Found, another bestselling novel by Phaedra Patrick, is described as a delight by readers. The book features a gorgeous cast of characters, set in a picturesque seaside setting, and is praised for its warmth and intrigue. Overall, The Bookshop Ladies is a captivating tale that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.

Weight: 482g
Dimension: 237 x 157 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804545362