The Last Library

The Last Library is a heartwarming debut novel by Freya Sampson that celebrates the power of community, the importance of libraries, and the courage it takes to find one's voice. Set in the quaint English village of Chalcot, the story follows June Jones, a shy and reclusive library assistant who has spent her life surrounded by books and memories of her late mother. When the local council threatens to close the library, June must step out of her comfort zone and rally the eccentric townspeople to save their beloved institution. Filled with charming characters, literary references, and a touch of romance, this novel is a tribute to the transformative impact of stories and the communities that cherish them.