As an avid reader, I’ve always enjoyed stories about books. I enjoy the ability to be transported into another place and time and to spend time with the characters in these books. The Love Scribe is an immersive, magical story and one that I will likely never forget.

The story has everything I look for in a book: well-developed characters, detailed backstories and a touch of mystery. Alice is a woman who struggles to be a writer. When she writes her best friend Gabby a story to lift her spirits she has no idea about the magic her words hold. Those that read the story will find their true love.

Alice begins writing individual stories upon request and having these books bound as a side business. One day a request comes in the form of a letter with a cheque for Alice to meet with an elderly client Madeline who wants to find love once more.

A unique relationship forms between Alice and Madeline, the two sharing a unique bond. When Alice begins spending more and more time with Madeline, a mystery surrounding Madeline’s past is revealed. Without giving anything away, the two begin searching for the truth behind this mystery. The mystery and how it impacts these two women is the key message of this.

I listened to the audiobook version of The Love Scribe which was narrated by one of my favourites, Julia Whelan. I appreciate her lovely tone and expression in her performance. The quality of her voice makes for an enjoyable listen.

I recommend this book to those readers who enjoy Fiction and stories about books.

4.5 stars rounded up to 5.