The Reading List

In this heartwarming debut novel, a chance discovery in a library unites two unlikely souls: widower Mukesh, who leads a quiet life in Wembley while grappling with loss, and Aleisha, a bright yet anxious teenager spending her summer working at the library. When Aleisha finds a reading list tucked inside a classic novel, she embarks on a journey through the stories, hoping to escape her own struggles. As Mukesh seeks a connection with his granddaughter, the shared experience of the books fosters an unexpected friendship, helping them both navigate their grief and find joy once more.