The Binding by Bridget Collins is a spellbinding tale of forbidden love and dangerous secrets set in a world where books are feared and memories can be stolen. Young Emmett Farmer is summoned to apprentice with a book binder—a vocation that makes him a pariah, for bookbinders are the keepers of dark magic. They have the power to take people's most painful memories and bind them into books, erasing them from their minds forever.
As Emmett learns the craft, he discovers that bookbinding is more complex and morally ambiguous than he imagined. When he stumbles upon a book with his own name on the cover, he uncovers a devastating secret about his past—a love affair that was bound away and forgotten. Now Emmett must decide whether some memories are worth the pain of keeping, even when forgetting would be so much easier.
This lush, atmospheric novel weaves together historical fiction, fantasy, and romance, exploring themes of memory, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves. Popular with readers who love beautifully written prose and emotional depth, it's perfect for fans of literary fantasy with LGBTQ+ romance and thought-provoking themes about the power of memory.
Condition: Poor - heavy wear, slight water damage on pages 3 and 4
