The Library of Lost and Found




About The Library of Lost and Found


Hardcover: 352 Pages

Publisher: Park Row; Original edition (March 26, 2019)

A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime in the delightful new novel from the international bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people—though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her superhero-themed notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible.

All of that changes when a book of fairy tales arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her best friend—her grandmother Zelda—who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever.

Filled with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heartwarming and poignant tale of how one woman must take control of her destiny to write her own happy ending.


My Review


I instantly fell in love with this story. I have not read the author's prior novel but after finishing this book, I am going to pick up a copy to read. Ms. Patrick just infused such life into her characters and this story.

Everyone that I met, I just liked and wanted to be their friend. There is a romance that blossoms between Martha and Owen. It felt real and right. It did not distract form the overall storyline. Getting to know Martha's grandmother, Zelda was great. She was an intriguing person. It was easy to see where Martha got her love of storytelling. I mean what about the title of the mystery book, Blue Skies and Stormy Seas. A great title.

This book just tugged at every string of my heart. The Library of Lost and Found is a must read.


Purchase Links


Amazon | Books-A-Million | Barnes & Noble


About Phaedra Patrick


Phaedra Patrick studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organizer and communications manager. She is a prize winning short story writer and now writes full time.

She lives in the UK with her husband and son. The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is her debut novel.



Connect with Phaedra


Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram


Instagram tour:


Monday, March 25th: @simoneandherbooks

Tuesday, March 26th: @ladyofthelibrary

Wednesday, March 27th: @wherethereadergrows

Wednesday, March 27th: @stephaniehowell

Thursday, March 28th: @hotcocoareads

Friday, March 29th: @readingbringsjoy

Saturday, March 30th: @whatmeganreads

Sunday, March 31st: @oddandbookish

Monday, April 1st: @prose_and_palate



Review tour:


Monday, March 25th: Reading Reality

Monday, March 25th: The Hungry Bookworm

Tuesday, March 26th: A Lovely Bookshelf on the Wall

Wednesday, March 27th: A Bookish Way of Life

Wednesday, March 27th: From the TBR Pile

Thursday, March 28th: The Sketchy Reader

Friday, March 29th: Tar Heel Reader and @tarheelreader

Monday, April 1st: @bookstackedblonde

Monday, April 1st: Into the Hall of Books

Tuesday, April 2nd: Cheryl’s Book Nook

Wednesday, April 3rd: Patricia’s Wisdom

Thursday, April 4th: @worldswithinpages

Friday, April 5th: What is That Book About

Monday, April 8th: @thegraduatedbookworm

Monday, April 8th: Amy’s Book-et List

Tuesday, April 9th: Novel Gossip and @novelgossip

Wednesday, April 10th: Read Eat Repeat

Thursday, April 11th: Girl Who Reads

Friday, April 12th: Kahakai Kitchen

Monday, April 15th: Jessicamap Reviews and @jessicamap

Tuesday, April 16th: Books & Bindings


Thursday, April 18th: A Splendid Messy Life

Friday, April 19th: @jackiereadsbooks

Monday, April 22nd: Jathan & Heather

Tuesday, April 23rd: @novelmombooks

Wednesday, April 24th: Bookchickdi

Thursday, April 25th: Ms. Nose in a Book

Friday, April 26th: Thoughts on This ‘n That

Comments

Sara Strand said…
I love when I want to be friends with the characters- it's always bittersweet because you know... they aren't real. Ha! Thanks for being on this tour!

Sara @ TLC Book Tours
April 4, 2019 at 2:41 PM
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