The Caxton Private Lending Library and Book Depository by John Connolly 78 pp.
Mr. Berger has taken an early retirement with the intention of spending his time immersed in reading. His quiet life is disrupted when he witnesses a young woman throw herself under a train. But incident reminiscent of Anna Karenina leaves no body or other evidence. Berger investigates further and finds the Caxton Private Lending Library in a old warehouse type building on a deserted street. The library is run by a curious man known as Mr. Gedeon who maintains a collection of first and special editions of classic literature as well as a cast of characters come to life who live in the library. Anna Karenina is one of those residents. Berger has given himself the task of making sure Anna doesn't try to harm herself again. This brief novella is a quick and light read that draws you into its world.
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