{"product_id":"the-minuscule-mansion-of-myra-malone-9781035009213","title":"The Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith a love story at its heart, \u003ci\u003eThe Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone\u003c\/i\u003e weaves multiple periods and perspectives into a charming, magical story about a mystical dolls' house. A beautiful, unforgettable mystery from debut author Audrey Burges.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOnce upon a time there was a house . . . \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom her attic in the Arizona mountains, thirty-four year-old recluse Myra Malone blogs about a miniature mansion – a dolls' house – which captivates thousands of readers worldwide. Myra herself is tethered to the Mansion by a strange magic she can’t understand - there are rooms that appear and disappear overnight, music that plays in its corridors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcross the country, Alex Rakes, the thirty-four year-old heir of a furniture business, encounters two Mansion fans trying to recreate a room from her stories. Alex is shocked to recognize his own bedroom in minute scale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Mansion is his family’s home, handed down from the grandm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLively, stylish, and full of heart. \u003ci\u003eThe Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone \u003c\/i\u003eis decorated with gorgeous wordsmithery and magical trimmings, and I loved every minute spent inside. -- Sarah Addison Allen, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author of \u003ci\u003eOther Birds\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[It is] a mystical, poignant tale about loneliness, loss and love. * Woman's Own *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Miniscule Mansion of Myra Malone\u003c\/i\u003e is a mystery, a family drama and a love story, with a touch of the paranormal adding an extra thread of curiosity to the intergenerational tale. * Culturefly *\u003cbr\u003eAt its beautifully oh-so different heart, The Minuscule Mansion is a fabulously warming feel-good debut novel. The magic realism of this story adds strength and vibrancy, I had absolutely no hesitation in falling headlong into this tale . . . a quirky and joy filled read we recommend with heart and soul. * LoveReading.com *\u003cbr\u003eA cosy, old-fashioned yet highly original romance to bring a bit of sunshine into these grey, sodden 'summer' days. -- Anne Cunningham * Meath Chronicle *\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely charming and haunting in equal measures, a beautifully written love story -- Taleen Voskuni, author of \u003ci\u003eSorry, Bro\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA generous, big-hearted reprieve from our ever-more-troubling reality; a modern fairy tale . . . Audrey Burges is a storyteller of warmth, wit, and stunning originality. -- Katie Gutierrez, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eMore Than You'll Ever Know\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA refreshing and unique entry into the genre of mystical realism. Perfect for fans of Sarah Addison Allen and for all book lovers searching for a fantastic read. -- Karen White, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Shop on Royal Street\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove, loss, and loneliness: this book explores it all, with Burges’ characteristic humour and care. -- Rachel Mans McKenny, award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eThe Butterfly Effect\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA poignant, beautiful debut filled with magic, fate and redemption -- Rachel Linden, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Magic of Lemon Drop Pie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis well-written novel with heart-warming characters is perfect for fans of magical realism by the likes of Sarah Addison Allen and Isabel Allende. * Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003eSparkling and unforgettable * The Nerd Daily *\u003cbr\u003eBurges creates a magical, unique world, and her characters are incredibly lovable . . . Perfect for readers who long to escape into a world of magic and romance. * Kirkus *\u003cbr\u003eThis creative, engaging debut weaves together an unusual family legacy, a romance between two lonely souls, and a touch of magic . . . * Booklist *\u003cbr\u003eCharmingly combines threads of magic, whimsy, romance, grief and loss in a debut novel of great feeling . . . This captivating novel of miniature furniture and big themes braids strong friendships, romance, family ties and the importance of stepping outside of one's comfort zone. * Shelf Awareness *\u003cbr\u003eAudrey Burges’ bewitching tale reminds us that we all need a refuge from the real world sometimes. * WI Life *\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pan Macmillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49406676271447,"sku":"9781035009213","price":17.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781035009213.jpg?v=1730496738","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-minuscule-mansion-of-myra-malone-9781035009213","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}