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The Book of Doors

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The Book of Doors

Written by: Gareth Brown
Narrated by: Miranda Raison
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A debut novel full of magic, adventure, and romance, The Book of Doors opens up a thrilling world of contemporary fantasy for fans of The Midnight Library, The Invisible Life of Addie Larue, The Night Circus, and any modern story that mixes the wonder of the unknown with just a tinge of darkness.

Cassie Andrews works in a New York City bookshop, shelving books, making coffee for customers, and living an unassuming, ordinary life. Until the day one of her favorite customers—a lonely yet charming old man—dies right in front of her. Cassie is devastated. She always loved his stories, and now she has nothing to remember him by. Nothing but the last book he was reading.

But this is no ordinary book…

It is the Book of Doors.

Inscribed with enigmatic words and mysterious drawings, it promises Cassie that any door is every door. You just need to know how to open them.

Then she’s approached by a gaunt stranger in a rumpled black suit with a Scottish brogue who calls himself Drummond Fox. He’s a librarian who keeps watch over a unique set of rare volumes. The tome now in Cassie’s possession is not the only book with great power, but it is the one most coveted by those who collect them.

Now Cassie is being hunted by those few who know of the Special Books. With only her roommate Izzy to confide in, she has to decide if she will help the mysterious and haunted Drummond protect the Book of Doors—and the other books in his secret library’s care—from those who will do evil. Because only Drummond knows where the unique library is and only Cassie’s book can get them there.

But there are those willing to kill to obtain those secrets. And a dark force—in the form of a shadowy, sadistic woman—is at the very top of that list.

©2024 Gareth Brown (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers
Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Paranormal
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Stellar story

Right from minute one, I was drawn in. I read the synopsis; I expected to enjoy it.
But, it exceeded the wildest of expectations!
I found exactly 1 plot hole and I'm betting most people miss it.
Excellent choice of narrator; she did a fabulous job!
I used a credit for this one and it was definitely worth it!

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such a great story

this has become one of my top 5 favorite novels. what a refreshing story.

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I could not stop listening!

I loved this book! The story felt fresh and the characters were likeable and well written. I could imagine the story through Cassie’s eyes and the narration was clear and well paced. The accent of the narrator added something to the book and I can’t wait for the authors new book to come out! My only criticism is that the narrator pronounces Library as LiBerry. At first I just thought I misheard but it’s consistent! It’s such an often used word in the book that I hear it over and over again.

Gareth Brown is one of my current favourites that I will be recommending to friends and it’s been gifted for a couple friends under the tree!

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Couldn’t wait to listen to

Loved this book. It was a wonderful story made all the better by such incredible narration from Miranda Raison. She’s just become my new favourite narrator. Sorry John Lee.

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A masterpiece

What a brilliant book! Incredible story and the narrator was outstanding. It was such a pleasure to listen to.

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Fantastic story

Interesting plot and characters and amazing narration. I really enjoyed this book and was sorry to have it end. Well done!

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Original et envoûtant

J’ai adoré du début à la fin et j’espère qu’il y aura une suite? Et qu’on ne devra pas attendre très longtemps pour la lire!

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time travel done right

Thid book was like a love letter to all people who love books and llacthr reason they do. Fantasy so natural and perfectly balanced in the real world. So many interesting aspects to follow

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Brilliant

I read/ listen to LOTS of books, all genres. I never leave reviews. Feel compelled to comment. Loved the creativity and weaving of this story. The ending leaves enough questions to ponder, but still feels grounding and complete. Storyline, characters, concept and skill of craft - all there. Would recommend in a heartbeat.

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Original thoughts on life

Needed more on the villains needed more on the hero’s just needed more. I hope there’s a second book

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