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The Bookman’s Tale

Charlie Lovett
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The Bookman’s Tale

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Charlie Lovett

The Bookman’s Tale

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Hay-on-Wye, Wales • 1990s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Bookman’s Tale by Charlie Lovett, a lonely antiquarian bookseller in North Carolina embarks on a journey of self-discovery and healing. After finding a mysterious portrait, he uncovers a historical literary mystery connected to William Shakespeare, weaving together themes of love, obsession, and the enduring power of literature.

Mysterious

Romantic

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

20,973 ratings

66%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Bookman’s Tale by Charlie Lovett is praised for blending mystery, romance, and historical fiction, appealing to book lovers and bibliophiles. The narrative's intricate plot and rich literary references are highlights. However, some critiques mention a predictability in the storyline and less-developed characters. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of literary puzzles.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bookman’s Tale?

A reader who enjoys The Bookman’s Tale by Charlie Lovett likely has an affinity for literary mysteries and historical fiction. Fans of The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón or The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield, which also weave rich narratives with bookish intrigue, will find this engaging and intellectually stimulating.

4.0

20,973 ratings

66%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Hay-on-Wye, Wales • 1990s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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