Fall in love with The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin, a charming and uplifting novel about a grumpy bookstore owner whose life is transformed by an unexpected arrival. A.J. Fikry owns Island Books, a failing bookstore on a small island off the coast of Massachusetts. Recently widowed and increasingly isolated, he has become as curmudgeonly as the characters in the detective novels he loves.
When a mysterious package appears at the bookstore—a rare book and a two-year-old girl named Maya—A.J.'s carefully constructed solitary life begins to unravel in the most wonderful way. As he raises Maya surrounded by books and the quirky community of readers, writers, and booksellers who orbit his shop, A.J. discovers that life can surprise you with second chances when you least expect them. Zevin crafts a love letter to the written word, exploring how books connect us, shape us, and sometimes save us.
Perfect for book lovers who appreciate stories about books, fans of The Little Paris Bookshop and Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, and anyone seeking a heartwarming tale about family, community, and the transformative power of literature. This novel has become a beloved favorite for book clubs and readers who believe that the right book at the right time can change your life.
Condition: Fair - heavy wear, significant yellowing
