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The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

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In The Midnight Library, did you enjoy ...

... the philosophical idea of exploring alternate lives and choices?

Oona Out Of Order by Margarita Montimore

If you were captivated by Nora Seed's journey through possible lives in The Midnight Library, you'll love following Oona, who wakes up each New Year's Day in a different year of her life. This novel poses similarly thought-provoking questions about regret, possibility, and what makes a life meaningful, blending heart and introspection in a truly original way.

... a protagonist experiencing profound personal growth and transformation?

Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Just as you rooted for Nora as she faced her regrets and discovered new perspectives, you'll be swept up in Eleanor's emotional journey of healing and connection. Watching Eleanor gradually open up to friendship and hope is both moving and uplifting, echoing the powerful character evolution you enjoyed.

... an intimate setting with magical realism and deeply personal stories?

Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

If you enjoyed the cozy, otherworldly library where Nora explored her alternate lives, you'll be enchanted by the small Tokyo café where customers can travel to the past—but only for the duration of a single cup of coffee. The book's gentle magic and focus on individual stories will speak to the same part of you that loved The Midnight Library's unique atmosphere.

... narratives that deliver a powerful emotional impact and lasting resonance?

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

If the emotional highs and lows of Nora's journey stuck with you, The Book Thief will leave a similar mark. Through the eyes of Liesel and the haunting narration of Death, this story weaves heartbreak and hope together, offering the kind of cathartic payoff that lingers long after the final page.

... unexpected twists as a character relives multiple versions of her life?

Life After Life by Kate Atkinson

If you were fascinated by Nora's many alternate realities and the surprises each new life held, you'll be intrigued by Ursula Todd, who is continually reborn into the same life with the chance to make different choices. The narrative's clever turns and what-if scenarios will satisfy your love of unexpected developments and alternate possibilities.

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