The Lost Library
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead, published by Square Fish on February 25, 2025, is a captivating tale that unfolds in the small town of Martinville. This 224-page book, written in English, introduces readers to an intriguing little free library guarded by a large orange cat. Eleven-year-old Evan discovers two weathered books within its shelves, setting off a chain of events that leads him and his best friend Rafe to uncover a long-buried mystery tied to their town’s past.
In The Lost Library, the narrative is shared through the perspectives of a ghost librarian named Al, the aging cat Mortimer, and Evan himself. The story explores themes of truth, choice, and the transformative power of literature. As the boys delve deeper into their investigation, they confront questions that not only impact their lives but also the community around them. This engaging story weaves together elements of juvenile fiction, fantasy, and mystery, making it a rich reading experience for young audiences.
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Now a New York Times bestseller and a #1 Indie Bestseller, readers won’t want to miss this story of a little free library guarded by a cat, and a boy who takes on the mystery it keeps.
A TODAY SHOW Kids’ Read Pick! * The Amazon #1 Best Book for Kids * “A celebration of the power of a good story and librarians.” —Jeff Kinney, bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series
When a mysterious little free library (guarded by a large orange cat) appears overnight in the small town of Martinville, eleven-year-old Evan plucks two weathered books from its shelves, never suspecting that his life is about to change.
Evan and his best friend Rafe quickly discover a link between one of the old books and a long-ago event that none of the grown-ups want to talk about. The two boys start asking questions whose answers will transform not only their own futures, but the town itself.
Told in turn by a ghost librarian named Al, an aging (but beautiful) cat named Mortimer, and Evan himself, The Lost Library is a timeless story from award-winning authors Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass. It’s about owning your truth, choosing the life you want, and the power of a good book (and, of course, the librarian who gave it to you).
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