The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
Audiobook Review
With a magical twist that feels grounded in the real world, The Lost Bookshop is a refreshing listen. It’s perfect for those who enjoy fantasy and nostalgia in their audiobooks, and the multi-narrator setup just adds to the experience.
Martha arrives in Dublin, looking for a fresh start and somewhere she can feel safe. She lands a job as a housekeeper for an elderly woman, which includes accommodation. The setup is perfect—she can stay under the radar and finally feel a bit of peace. Over time, she settles into her routine, handling her demanding boss’s needs and enjoying the small refuge her basement room offers.
Henry has arrived in Dublin in search of something. One day, by chance, he meets Martha. Right away, he can sense she’s been through a lot; she has a gentleness to her that draws him in, though he can’t quite explain why.
Meanwhile, Opaline is facing an arranged marriage set up by her controlling brother. Craving freedom and adventure, she decides to take a leap and escape to the streets of Paris —a city buzzing with art, culture, and possibility.
Martha, Henry, and Opaline have no idea how connected they really are. Their stories weave together as we jump between Paris and Dublin in the 1920s, where a certain bookshop holds secrets of its own. Evie Woods creates these magical worlds where anything feels possible, blending life’s hard realities with a touch of wonder. Her storytelling brings a perfect mix of warmth, mystery, and magic that leaves you wanting to believe anything can happen.
If you’re a book lover who enjoys a bit of magic, mystery, and heartwarming character stories, The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods is bound to pull you in from the first chapter. Narrated by Olivia Mace, Nick Biadon, and Avena Mansergh-Wallace, the audiobook brings an added layer of life to the story that’s hard to replicate in print.