84 Charing Cross Road

This slim volume is a treat. It provides a glimpse into a world I can only read (and dream) about: post-war England and life as a single woman writing in Manhattan. I discovered it when the audiobook kept popping up in my searches, my curiosity finally got the better of me. With a spot for correspondence (even if I'm a pretty poor pen pal), I couldn't resist a book all about used books, set in both London and New York. 

Hanff’s engaging exchange of letters, spanning over twenty years with Doel and the delightful team at Marks & Co., unfolds with wit and warmth. I was so captivated that I ended up devouring it in almost one sitting. It is a quick read. If you haven't read this yet, it's a great summer afternoon treat.