The Booklover's Library

“A hopeful, compelling and well-written read about the redemptive power of books, libraries, friendship, and love.”–Library Journal

“A spectacularly well-researched and well-plotted tale of World War II, motherhood, and the solace we find in books, The Booklover’s Library is filled with characters you’ll root for, drama that will bring you to tears, and the kind of emotional journey that will earn this novel a permanent place in your own booklover’s library. I loved every page.” –Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter

“The Booklover’s Library is an all-encompassing love story. Madeline Martin writes of mothers and daughters, men and women, young and old, and book lovers with enormous heart and empathy. Touching and uplifting.” —Erika Robuck, national bestselling author of The Last Twelve Miles

“Madeline Martin takes us to the WWII Homefront in Nottingham, England, for this compelling and immersive love story. Rich with historical detail and packed with allusions to beloved literature, The Booklover’s Library touches upon the hope and life books bring us in dire times. It’s a coming-of-age story, a finding-and-creating family story, a mother-daughter story, as well as a tale filled with growing friendships and new love. The Booklover’s Library an absolute must read — and will soon become an enduring favorite. It lingered within me long after I turned the last page.” —Katherine Reay, national bestselling author of The Berlin Letters