The Midnight Library

A Novel

De: Matt Haig

Narrado por: Carey Mulligan

Between life and death there is a library.

When Nora Seed finds herself in the Midnight Library, she
has a chance to make things right. Up until now, her life has been full of
misery and regret. She feels she has let everyone down, including herself. But
things are about to change.

The books in the Midnight Library enable Nora to live as if
she had done things differently. With the help of an old friend, she can now
undo every one of her regrets as she tries to work out her perfect life. But
things aren’t always what she imagined they’d be, and soon her choices place
the library and herself in extreme danger.

Before time runs out, she must answer the ultimate question:
what is the best way to live?

The incredible lives of Nora Seed

Beautifully narrated by Carey Mulligan and sensitively written by Matt Haig I found myself travelling along with Nora on her journeys, understandings, dissolving regrets and growing love for her self. The Midnight Library held my attention as, although, it starts off with such loss and depression it always seems to give you the dangling carrot of hope, unexpected circumstances and I really liked Nora. I do not think there are many people who have not experienced these thoughts and emotions, whether they share them with others or not, whether they are fleeting for a few weeks or months after a major life crisis or whether depression stays with you for years; most human beings have experienced how Nora felt and because of this have empathy for her situation. It's a good book that never drags, it's well paced and you get just enough of her new life before she moves on. Carey Mulligan really breathed life into Nora and was a treat to listen too on audio despite the initial heavy subject matter it was a very good read/listen. This book will stay with me for a while as I sift through my thoughts on it and indeed, my own life and the possibilities ahead.

Loved this!

I didn’t want it to end! Laughed and cried my way through it - in two days! (Sorry housework...not sorry...no regrets!). Brilliant story - beautifully and thoughtfully read. Ordered a copy for my grandchildren.

Wow...so, so good.

A friend recommended this book to me - it*was*amazing! And Carey Mulligan's narration made it even better! Honestly one of the beat things I have listened to on Audible.

Thought provoking and comforting.

I really enjoyed this book. It’s well written, evenly paced, and easy to sink into. The whole concept leans into “be careful what you wish for” and the impact of even the smallest actions we take, whether we realize it or not. It resonated with me a little more than I expected, to the point where it sent me into a bit of a downward spiral while reading. But by the end, I came out of it feeling lighter. There were a few moments where it felt like Nora got out of awkward situations a little too easily, but it didn’t take away from the overall message. It’s thoughtful and leaves you on a hopeful note. And great narration by Carey Mulligan. Felt like having a conversation with a friend. A good read overall.

captivating

I struggled to get through the first chapter but I am so very glad that I did! Captivating story.that was moving and thought provoking.