The stunning new novel from the writer of The Lamplighter’s Bookshop, perfect for fans of The Lost Bookshop and The Keeper of Stories

He cant bear to remember. She is desperate to forget

Readers love Sophie Austin!

What’s not to love?! Nineteenth century York, bookshops and brilliant characters!’

‘Spellbinding and romantic

‘A beautifully told historical novel

Drawn together two souls bound by secrets

At the Penny Farthing Theatre, Ava Adams is The Storyteller, using hypnotism to draw forgotten memories from the lost and lonely. Taught by her late mother, Ava once believed in her gift until heartbreak shattered her confidence.

Damien Carter is running from disaster when he sees Avas face on a faded poster. It feels like hes been waiting for her all his life.

But as dark forces conspire to break them, can they reach beyond the prison of their memories to find redemption together?