Okay, so I just finished 'The Lost Bookshop' and wow—this book is like stepping into a dream where old books whisper secrets and love stories unfold across centuries. The way Evie Woods blends past and present had me hooked from page one.

First off, the dual timelines? Genius. Opaline in the 1920s fighting for her freedom while Martha in modern day rediscovers her strength—it’s like two heroines for the price of one. Though I gotta say, Opaline’s 'I’m-not-like-other-girls' vibe got a bit repetitive. But when she faced her pregnancy dilemma? That raw emotion? Chef’s kiss.

The bookshop itself is practically a character—dusty shelves, mysterious vibes, that magical realism twist where books seem alive. As someone who spends too much time (and money) in actual bookshops, this setting spoke to my soul.

Small gripe: The ending felt rushed, like the author hit a deadline. And Henry’s academic awkwardness was cute but borderline cliché. Still, when all three storylines finally collided? Pure serotonin.

Final verdict: 4.5/5 stars docked only for pacing issues. Perfect read if you want escapism with feminist undertones and enough literary Easter eggs to make your inner book nerd squeal. Already planning my reread!