The Dallergut Dream Department Store

A Novel

De: Miye Lee

Narrado por: Shannon Tyo

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For fans of magical realism and the Before the Coffee Gets Cold series by Toshikazu Kawaguchi comes this cozy fantasy debut.

What if there was a store that sold dreams? Which would you buy? And who might you become when you wake up?

In a mysterious town hidden in our collective subconscious there's a department store that sells dreams. Day and night, visitors both human and animal shuffle in to purchase their latest adventure. Each floor specializes in a specific type of dream: childhood memories, food dreams, ice skating, dreams of stardom. Flying dreams are almost always sold out. Some seek dreams of loved ones who have died.

For Penny, an enthusiastic new hire, working at Dallergut is the opportunity of a lifetime. As she uncovers the workings of this whimsical world, she bonds with a cast of unforgettable characters, including Dallergut, the flamboyant and wise owner, Babynap Rockabye, a famous dream designer, Maxim, a nightmare producer, and the many customers who dream to heal, dream to grow, and dream to flourish.

A captivating story that will leave a lingering magical feeling in listeners' minds, this is the first book in a bestselling duology for anyone exhausted from the reality of their daily life.

©2024 Miye Lee (P)2024 Harlequin Enterprises, Limited

magical realism at its best!

totally absorbing storytelling! i can see all of the characters in a fancifully decorated department store, customers wandering about in their jammies. i love everything about this story

Brilliant concept

Mostly I enjoyed this book. I believe that Miye Lee has the imagination to write exceptional books. This book had the potential to be so much more than it was. The idea was conceptually brilliant but there were moments that never took off for me. Some of the actual dreams confused the narrative because it was hard to keep the characters straight in audio format given they were referred to as 'the man' or 'the woman'. I am not sure if the subtleties of the employee's characters was lost in translation but to me they seemed flat and one dimensional, especially Dallegut.

Unique magical story that touches,in the best way, serious subjects.

I loved the characters, the words were beautiful and the names were so fun. I feel like I will be saying them in mind until the next book. Can’t wait!

4 ⭐️

Whimsical as heck. Unbelievably fanciful. Ridiculously creative. This lit fic was a dozy dose of dreamy and delightful wrapped up in tear-jerking life lessons and over-the-top shenanigans! I so enjoyed this quick read and the narrator Shannon Tyo made it such an enjoyable experience. If you ever feel like reading about what fun happens when you fall asleep, this is your book!

Love the lessons this book teaches

This book had me laughing and crying by the end of it. It was an easy read, yet descriptive enough for me to fully immerse myself into this fantastical dream world. I’m invested in all its characters, and I can’t wait to read the next installation.

A Cozy Fiction to Cleanse the Palate

Adorable characters, fascinating world building, and a surprisingly pleasant approach to social and cultural issues all tied up in this delightful book. 10/10 would recommend as the perfect pick-me-up between the heavier stuff on your TBR

The book w the time God that was my favorite part

I liked all of it it was the best audiobook I ever heard I wish everyone could this one

Beautiful, riveting, warming

Like a dream, there’s not really a plot per se but snippets of the world of this fantastical world. It’s beautifully written and the translated performance is lovely.

Such a Wonderful Story

From the very first chapter, I was completely captivated by this story. I couldn’t stop listening. What struck me most was Penny’s personality. Her curiosity and eagerness to learn about the dream department store made her such a relatable and endearing character. She’s the perfect guide for readers stepping into this whimsical world for the first time, and her perspective made the journey even more magical.

The characters as a whole truly bring this story to life. Each time a new customer entered the store, I found myself drawn into their story, eagerly waiting to see if they would find the dream they were searching for. It’s rare for a book to make you feel so invested in brief encounters, but Miye Le has a way of making every character feel important, human, and unforgettable.

The employees of the dream department store were another highlight for me. They felt so warm, familiar, and genuine, like people I’ve known my whole life. Each of them had their own unique personality, yet they worked together in such harmony that it created a sense of comfort and belonging every time they appeared on the page.

This is the kind of book that stays with you long after you finish. It’s enchanting, heartwarming, and full of quiet wisdom. The Dallergut Dream Department Store isn’t just a story about dreams, it’s a reminder of the beauty in human connection, curiosity, and hope.

Love The Concept of Living a Life In Your Dream

The concept was fresh and intriguing. I enjoyed the thoughts, dialogue and characters. The story was very much characters based but toward the end I wanted a more clear cut story of what Penny wanted me to know. It went on as a series of activities of characters where little lessons could be learned. It was very sweet although I did find at the end, with no clear cut direction I was being led in, I had a hard time staying interested. It finished and I thought it was a clever idea, even inspiring, then it kind of fizzled out for me. Although I still think it is a worthy read. Many reviews show people love it or they’re in the middle with it! I’m more in the middle while still giving it a good review.