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Published: 01/08/2024
The captivating and delightfully whimsical story of a department that sells all manner of dreams, Miye Lee's enchanting debut is perfect reading for fans of Before The Coffee Gets Cold.
Waterstones Science Fiction & Fantasy Book of the Month for August 2024
In a mysterious town hidden in our collective subconscious there's a department store that sells dreams. Day and night, visitors both human and animal shuffle in to purchase their latest adventure. Each floor specializes in a specific type of dream: childhood memories, food dreams, ice skating, dreams of stardom. Flying dreams are almost always sold out. Some seek dreams of loved ones who have died.
For Penny, an enthusiastic new hire, working at the store is the opportunity of a lifetime. As she uncovers the workings of this whimsical world, she bonds with a cast of unforgettable characters, including DallerGut, the flamboyant and wise owner, Babynap Rockabye, a famous dream designer, Maxim, a nightmare producer, and the many customers who dream to heal, dream to grow, and dream to flourish.
A captivating story that will leave a lingering magical feeling in readers' minds, this is the first book in a bestselling duology for anyone exhausted from the reality of their daily life.
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
ISBN: 9781035412761
Number of pages: 272
Weight: 240 g
Dimensions: 196 x 128 x 26 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
A charming foray into the land of sleep. This is an excellent choice for a gentle book club read. - Library Journal
The writer who wrote about dreams is now achieving her dreams. A dream-like story has happened in the publishing world resulting in this becoming a bestseller after its initial e-book publication. - The Dong-A Ilbo
The author who revolutionised the world of Korean fiction is also influencing and changing the broader realm of Korean literature now. - Maeil Business News Korea
This book has the unique ability to evoke both tears and tranquility. A perfect read for moments of exhaustion and the yearning to escape reality, it possesses the power to mend weary hearts. - Insight Korea
DallerGut Dream Department Store provides empathy and comfort to readers who have found it increasingly difficult to dream in the midst of the painful realities of life. - Opinion News
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