The Library of Lost and Found

The Library of Lost and Found
Phaedra Patrick

A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime in the delightful new novel from the bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper.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 superhero-themed notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible.All of that changes when a book of fairy tales arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her best friend—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 and poignant tale of one woman’s journey of self-discovery.

PHAEDRA PATRICK studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained-glass artist, film festival organiser and communications manager. She is a prizewinning short-story writer and her debut novel was translated into twenty languages. She lives in Saddleworth with her husband and son, where she writes full time.

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The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

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First published in Great Britain by HQ in 2019

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Ebook Edition © March 2019 ISBN: 9780008237653

Praise for Phaedra Patrick (#ulink_094603fd-7e8f-597f-a21a-dd1686c59845)

‘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 suggests.’

My Weekly

‘We love this sweet story about self-discovery.’

Take A Break

For Mum, Dad, Mark and Oliver

Contents

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About the Author (#u5f1c47ed-4010-5a53-a2b0-9ef2179c69fd)

Also by Phaedra Patrick (#ulink_9ec9f88a-df32-5440-8307-648ce7a290b7)

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Copyright (#ulink_452df611-66ce-5bc0-a392-f1bfe3fe99a4)

Praise (#ulink_fcde4f61-1a1f-50bc-aac4-022e8a0aaeb1)

Dedication (#u0c13e8d8-3f27-5ac7-a952-798ccac9a3ad)

CHAPTER ONE (#ulink_6b2596eb-9ed1-54b4-8a46-7713f41b04b8)

CHAPTER TWO (#ulink_e0d92440-c1e1-535f-9026-bceb3bcb7827)

CHAPTER THREE (#ulink_4db6bdd4-66d4-5279-8f85-41e92eb0b81f)

CHAPTER FOUR (#ulink_fa6bbeb0-d843-593c-ba3d-289fb5590ec0)

CHAPTER FIVE (#ulink_88f4af19-f64b-5eec-abf8-6fd379ceb565)

CHAPTER SIX (#ulink_e0e57ab9-fcc4-582c-854b-4f30484b9968)

CHAPTER SEVEN (#ulink_f4e9fca5-39ce-56ac-9019-62a0055bf05e)