A New York Times bestseller, Mr Penumbra's 24-hour Bookstore is an entirely charming and lovable first novel of mysterious books and dusty bookshops; it is a witty and delightful love-letter to both the old book world and the new.
Customer Review
This book was everything I hoped it would be. It was very much out of my comfort zone but I loved the mystery, adventure, and characters. It's also about a few of my favourite things: books, bookshops, and technology.
Customer Review
As a website developer and book lover I loved this book. The kind of book that after you finish you need to totally get out of your system before you can appreciate other books.
Clay Jannon loses his job at a start-up and ends up working the night shift at Mr. Penumbra's 24-hour bookstore, a very uncommon bookstore. The different clientele that visits the bookstore reminds me of the characters we come across in Harry Potter. The book has a great combo of technology, old books, mystery and a film noir feel, plus a dab of romance. Great for a rainy week-end read.
Customer Review
Fun is definitely how I remember Mr. Penumbra's 24-hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. An old-fashioned bookstore that is always open, and has a secret stock only accessed by very strange customers. Slowly the mystery unfolds and the true story of Mr. Penumbra is told. I can't say much more without giving it away, but trust me, it was fun, and I am glad there is another Mr. Penumbra book waiting for me.
Customer Review
I thought this book was very original, with old books and modern technology in one exciting story. I finished it within a day (which is very unusual for me)!