Complex, endearingly flawed protagonist offers readers a relatable and authentic voice
Themes of queer identity and coming-of-age provide meaningful representation for LGBTQ+ readers
Engaging exploration of mental health and personal growth resonates with contemporary readers
Powerful narrative about the importance of libraries and intellectual freedom adds social value
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Emily Austin, the bestselling "queen of darkly quirky, endearingly flawed heroines" (Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus), returns with a luminous new novel following a librarian who comes back to work after a mental breakdown only to confront book-banning crusaders in an empowering story of grief, love, and the power of libraries.
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