'A gorgeous, aching love letter to stories, storytellers and the doors they lead us through . . . absolutely enchanting' Christina Henry, bestselling author of ALICE
EVERY STORY OPENS A DOOR
In a house filled with exotic treasures, January Scaller feels all too similar to the artefacts that decorate the shelves: a treasured object, carefully maintained yet utterly out of place. Largely ignored by her guardian, she spends her days reading about all the far-flung places she can only dream of visiting.
But her quiet existence is shattered when she stumbles across a strange book. A book that carries the scent of other worlds and tells a tale of secret doors, of love, adventure and danger. Each page reveals impossible truths about the world and January discovers a story that might just be the key to unlocking the secrets of her past.
'A gorgeously written story of love and longing, of what it means to lose your place in the world, and then have the courage to find it again. This book is a door I'm glad to have opened' Kat Howard, author of AN UNKINDNESS OF MAGICIANS
'A tantalizing quest through strange and beautiful places and a love story that spans time, worlds and magic. I couldn't put it down' Peng Shepherd, author of THE BOOK OF M
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I was only 10 pages in when I knew this was my favourite book of 2019. It is all of my favourite things: YA, historical, and fantasy, plus is beautifully written. It is about family and loss and forging your own path, and also the power of words and storytelling. And you CANNOT deny that the cover is gorgeous. Read it! - Amy (QBD)
Guest, 25/09/2019