The Midnight Library

Publisher: Canongate Books

Publication Date: 2020

Format: e book I purchased myself

Star Rating: 5/5 I loved it and highly recommend

About Book: Nora's life has been going from bad to worse. Then at the stroke of midnight on her last day on earth she finds herself transported to a library. There she is given the chance to undo her regrets and try out each of the other lives she might have lived. Which raises the ultimate question: with infinite choices, what is the best way to live?

My Thoughts: The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig is a thought-provoking and uplifting novel that explores the power of choice and the importance of living in the present moment. The story follows Nora Seed, a woman who has lost her sense of purpose in life and is contemplating suicide. However, instead of dying, she finds herself in the Midnight Library, a place between life and death where she has the opportunity to explore all the alternate versions of her life that could have been if she had made different choices. Haig's writing is beautiful and evocative, and he does an excellent job of creating a world that is both fantastical and grounded in reality. The characters are relatable and well-developed, and Nora's journey is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. The themes of regret, forgiveness, and acceptance are woven throughout the book, creating a powerful message about the importance of embracing life and all its imperfections. Overall, "The Midnight Library" is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that will leave readers contemplating their own lives and the choices they have made. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and uplifting read.