The Last Library: 'I really loved this . . . a brilliant first novel' Katie Fforde

As a book lover, I really enjoy novels that are set in libraries and looked forward to The Last Library.I had so much fun getting to know library assistant June Jones and the visitors of Chalcot Library. Each of the characters were so distinguishable and the varied personalities really brought them to life. I also liked the running theme of grief and the affect it had upon June. I’d read that some found her character a little pathetic, however I loved her transformation.A quick read with lovely spirit. I’ll definitely read more from this author.

Ive only just started going back to my local Library ,I really enjoyed reading The last Library read it in a couple of days ,interesting characters funny ,sad good plot , perfect ending what more do you need in a good read .

Gentle and engaging

I really enjoyed this impressive first novel but Freya Sampson. The subject is very topical. All parts of the country are facing closure of their libraries. This a story how one group of eclectic like minded people got together to make their voices heard. It also shows how libraries are not just a place for borrowing books but a very valuable and valued resource for local communities.

A lovely read of friendships and finding yourself, the main character (June)felt like someone I could resonate with 📚😊 📚

I gave up reading because the main character seemed to be going nowhere. She was not an example of progress and continued to display her total inability to show any resilience with each turn of the page. Abandoned half-way through.

Just what the doctor ordered. Comforting, cosy and relaxing. A lovely wee read, especially with a bookworm as the heroine.

I loved the characters. Amusing, often. Emotive too. The insecurities experienced by the protagonist are possibly universal, but so well described here. The clients of the library, their reasons for going there, the plot and outcome of the story were all well portrayed. I look forward to reading another novel by Freya Sampson.