Listen to a sample
The Library of Lost and Found
- Author
- Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator
- Sarah Borges
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 26 March 2019
- Run Time
- 10 hours 38 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Family life fiction / Stories about family, Family saga / generational saga fiction, Narrative theme: death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Humorous fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Fiction / Literature / Comics / Graphic novels: special features
Not available in your country
We don't have the rights to sell this audiobook where you are. If it's already in your library you can still listen to it in My Books.
What to expect
A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime in the delightful novel from the author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper.
'A gem of a book. I loved it.' Sarah Morgan, author of The Christmas Book Club
'A lovely, heart-warming story.' B A Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors
Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people, though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible.
All of that changes when a mysterious book arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her grandmother Zelda, who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever.
Filled with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heart-warming reminder that even the quietest life has the potential to be extraordinary.
Perfect for fans of The Memory Library, 59 Memory Lane and The Lost Book Shop.
Praise for Phaedra Patrick:'The perfect book to read when you want to give your heart a holiday.' Sally Page, author of The Keeper of Stories
'A wonderfully hope-filled story.' Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus
'Completely lovely.' Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project
'Charming and compelling… a beautiful book, wise, heartfelt and full of hope.' Hazel Prior, author of Away with the Penguins
'A feel-good story with oodles of charm.' Daily Mail
Readers love The Library of Lost and Found:‘You will laugh and quite possibly cry…I certainly did!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Lose yourself and find yourself in the library' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Brought a smile to my face and more than one tear was shed. A lovely read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘ A poignant, warm-hearted story’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The most beautiful book I’ve ever read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A delightful novel about finding meaning in your life.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Critics Review
-
Praise for Phaedra Patrick:
‘A charming story with thought-provoking themes.’
Candis
‘A feel-good story with oodles of charm that had me rooting for Arthur all the way.’
The Daily Mail
‘Charming by name, charming by nature, this book is a balm for the soul and the heart.’
The Sun
‘A gorgeous journey told through charms.’
Heat
‘Eccentric, charming and wise, this will illuminate your heart.’
Nina George, author of The Little Paris Bookshop
‘A charming, unforgettable story.’
Harper’s Bazaar
‘With many poignant as well as laugh-out-loud moments, in the vein of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, this is a lovely feel-good read.’
Compass
‘As charming and witty as the title suggest.’
My Weekly
‘We love this sweet story about self-discovery.’
Take A Break
User Reviews
No reviews yet.
Details
- Author
- Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator
- Sarah Borges
- Duration
- 10 hours 38 minutes
- Release Date
- 26 March 2019
- ISBN
- 9780008237660
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Family life fiction / Stories about family, Family saga / generational saga fiction, Narrative theme: death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Humorous fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Fiction / Literature / Comics / Graphic novels: special features
Synopsis
A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime in the delightful novel from the author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper. 'A gem of a book. I loved it.' Sarah Morgan, author of The Christmas Book Club 'A lovely, heart-warming story.' B A Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people, though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible. All of that changes when a mysterious book arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her grandmother Zelda, who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever. Filled with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heart-warming reminder that even the quietest life has the potential to be extraordinary. Perfect for fans of The Memory Library, 59 Memory Lane and The Lost Book Shop. Praise for Phaedra Patrick: 'The perfect book to read when you want to give your heart a holiday.' Sally Page, author of The Keeper of Stories 'A wonderfully hope-filled story.' Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus 'Completely lovely.' Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project 'Charming and compelling… a beautiful book, wise, heartfelt and full of hope.' Hazel Prior, author of Away with the Penguins 'A feel-good story with oodles of charm.' Daily Mail Readers love The Library of Lost and Found: ‘You will laugh and quite possibly cry…I certainly did!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Lose yourself and find yourself in the library' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Brought a smile to my face and more than one tear was shed. A lovely read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ A poignant, warm-hearted story’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The most beautiful book I’ve ever read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delightful novel about finding meaning in your life.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
About xigxag and the x-book®
xigxag is an independent, UK-based audiobook platform and the UK's only B Corp certified audiobook company. We offer nearly 150,000 audiobooks, all with professional human narration. No AI-generated voices. xigxag is rated an Ethical Consumer Best Buy for audiobooks and a top-rated ethical bookshop.
Our x-book® format is the only fully integrated listen-and-read experience available. See the text on screen as you listen, look up words, take notes, search within the book, and share quotes. It is especially useful for accessibility, language learning, and getting more from non-fiction. Look for the purple x-book® ribbon on the cover, or filter your search by "x-book" to find them.
There is no subscription. You buy the audiobooks you want, you own them permanently, and prices start at $13.95. The more you listen over the year, the less you pay per book, and there is always a selection in Listen for Less from $7.95. You can also send audiobooks as gifts using our audiobook gift cards or in-app gifting.
Every audiobook on xigxag has honest reviews covering both the book and the narration, and our community features make it easy to share what you are listening to, discover what others recommend, and find your next listen.
Download or stream on iOS, Android, or in your browser. Browse the full catalogue at xigxag.co.uk.