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A review by the_bookworm_rabbit
The Book Binder's Daughter by Jessica Thorne
4.0
I was so interested with the premise of this book. A magical library but in the 21st century!
Sophie is offered a job at an elite library, the same one where her mother was last seen 15 years ago.
When she arrives she finds a family and friends she forgot about and a whole load of secrets and lies as she tries to uncover the truth of her mother's past.
Sophie is a main character with a lot of depth. She is dealing with multiple levels of trauma, abuse, and mental health issues. I felt that she was written realistically.
I liked her development through the book as she experienced all the strange occurrences and unique individuals at Ayredale Library.
As for the world building, it was built up well as it was based off of England in the 21st century but had elements of a different time when magic reigned. The pacing of the book started off well, but things got a little hectic and rushed at the end. No spoilers, but there was a real chance for development between Sophie and Will at the end that was missed.
Overall, this was a great read with a great balance between the modern day and the history of the ancient library and its secrets.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Sophie is offered a job at an elite library, the same one where her mother was last seen 15 years ago.
When she arrives she finds a family and friends she forgot about and a whole load of secrets and lies as she tries to uncover the truth of her mother's past.
Sophie is a main character with a lot of depth. She is dealing with multiple levels of trauma, abuse, and mental health issues. I felt that she was written realistically.
I liked her development through the book as she experienced all the strange occurrences and unique individuals at Ayredale Library.
As for the world building, it was built up well as it was based off of England in the 21st century but had elements of a different time when magic reigned. The pacing of the book started off well, but things got a little hectic and rushed at the end. No spoilers, but there was a real chance for development between Sophie and Will at the end that was missed.
Overall, this was a great read with a great balance between the modern day and the history of the ancient library and its secrets.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.