The Book of Doors asks (and answers) the questions "What if the books we love contained even more magic than they already have? What if they had real magic?" This is a complex book of magical books, well-developed characters, and enough twists and turns to keep you on your toes up until the very last page. Lots of time is covered in the book, while also feeling like no time has passed. Cassie is a very compelling main character and possessor of the mythological Book of Doors. While the story does wrap up nicely, I think there is still space for future novels in the Book of Doors world and I hope the author chooses to expand upon it someday.
Overall, this was a very enjoyable read that was slightly outside of my usual, but I'm glad I picked it up.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the ARC of this novel. It took me a bit of time to get started on this one and really get into the story but once I did, it was fun to see how well crafted the events are and how they link together. There is foreshadowing all over and the text twists in on itself to have the reader look deeper into what they read before. A well crafted mystery and fantasy novel that does not go where you think. The ending felt a bit abrupt as I did want just a touch more but still very enjoyable. 3.5 stars.

This one wasn't for me. I think this was very plot heavy and I just kept feeling like something was missing.

This grabbed my attention from page one. It’s a magical story about a book that opens doors to wherever you wish. It’s about time travel too which I always like.
It’s a good debut book and I can’t wait for the next one. At least I hope there’s more
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the early copy

THE BOOK OF DOORS was a unique story to get lost in. I found the premise to be so unique and know that other readers who enjoy books about books will be delighted. Debut author Gareth Brown plays with time in a clever way that I enjoyed. I think the pacing would have been better if the book was shorter and I also could have done without the author’s commentary on the female main character’s weight that didn’t further the story. Overall, this was an engaging story that felt like a mysterious escape.

Many thanks to the publisher for an electronic ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A interesting different mystery fantasy .
Cassie is gifted a book that lets her travel to different times and palaces. they are not always a good place.
Lots of drama,suspense mystery.
Voluntarily Reviewed.

Any door is every door! If you have The Book Of Doors, that is.

I loved the concept and the magic of this book! The twists were interesting, and there were some tender scenes that made my heart ache! I'm still thinking about it a week after I finished. I loved most of the characters, especially Drummond Fox and his Fox library 😍 new favourite book location, unlocked! I also absolutely and viscerally hated the villains, which is a positive in a book like this. Except I loathed them 😂

Dark and strangely violent for a fantasy book. It is an interesting concept though and I feel like it's a great love letter to books and libraries. Go into this one expecting violence and danger and I think you'll be okay, if you go into it expecting epic fantasy worlds, you'll be disappointed..

The Book of Doors wasn't really what I thought it was going to be good.
I was excited about this book, but the characters fell flat for me and the plot felt boring.

This book was just ok. Very inventive and I definitely give it points for being a book about libraries and books, but there wasnt enough magic in this book to really engage me. I wished there was a bit more.

OMG! This is going to be in my top 5 favorite books of the year. If you loved Dark Matter by Blake Crouch you’ll love this book. I would say this book is Dark Matter mixed with the movie Inception (2010)… and with Jumper (2008). I loved every character so much. I couldn’t book this book down and I’m already excited to reread it.

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for a copy of this book!

This book seemed like one I would really get into but sadly I did not. Maybe it was just the timing of when I read it but it did not hold my interest like I thought it would. I did like how it started and the main character, Cassie. Thank you NetGalley for this ARC.

I did not read much of the synopsis before going into this book, so I was not too sure what to expect. This ended up being so much better than I was expecting. This book kept me on the edge of my seat and I devoured it in 2 sittings. This book is very fast paced. I loved all of the magical elements and learning about all of the different magical books. The world building was given to us in doses throughout the book that made sense and kept the story moving along. I would love a whole series on all of the different books and people in this world.

Thank you to the publisher, author and Net Galley for an advanced copy of this book!

As a book lover, I couldn’t pass up the chance to read The Book of Doors as it presents an intriguing premise that blends the allure of magic with the mysteries of time travel.

The story unfolds when Cassie is gifted a mysterious book after the death of a beloved customer. Little does she know, this seemingly ordinary book holds extraordinary powers, capable of transporting its reader through the corridors of time and space.

Cassie soon finds herself thrust into a world of secrets as she navigates the dangerous realm of collectors and dark forces. The narrative takes readers on a thrilling journey as Cassie and her best friend Izzy team up with the enigmatic Drummond Fox to protect the book from those who seek its power. With vivid imagery and engaging characters, the story keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. The interplay between light and darkness, good and evil, adds depth to the plot, culminating in a gripping climax.

With each leap through time, the stakes escalate, leading to a thrilling climax that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

This book is being voluntarily reviewed after receiving a free copy courtesy of NetGalley, the Publisher, and the author, Gareth Brown.

The premise of this book had me so excited to read it! This was definitely one of my top five most anticipated reads of 2024 so being approved for the ARC had me so pumped! I think my expectations were a little high because I did not like it quite as much as I had hoped I would, but it was still enjoyable. I will definitely be picking up a physical copy for myself

I received an Advanced Readers Copy of this book from NetGalley. This review is honest, unbiased, and completely my own.

DNF @7%
This book is offensively bad and judging by other reviews, it doesn't get better.

There's a joke about terrorists that shouldn't have been said once let alone twice. And the main character and her friend are basically the same person and are obnoxious.

The Book of Doors
One minute Cassie is enjoying a wintery evening and the next she's swooped up in an adventure she never could have imagined. Author Gareth Brown captures every reader's dream in his new book The Book of Doors. His main character Cassie receives a strange gift from her dying friend and it opens doors for her- literally - taking her to places she's been before and places she's never seen. While it's a fabulous opportunity in the beginning, the weight of the book becomes heavy. Luckily for her she's surrounded with people who can help shoulder that burden, she just needs to keep them safe.
Brown weaves a spell of storytelling unlike any I've read before. His characters are genuine and intriguing; loveable and hateable. His story is moving and shocking and a veritable feast for the reader.
I am grateful to NetGalley for the opportunity to read a copy and give my review, the opinions of which are mine and freely given.

I absolutely loved this. The characters were vivid, the fantasy aspect was extremely unique and it kept me invested!

While I enjoyed so much about this book, there were just too many implausibilities and plot holes for me to retain my suspension of disbelief. I feel the writer had a great concept that just wasn’t thought through to its’ full potential. At points, I wondered if the author even knew where the story was leading at all, and even the most climactic scene before the denouement was akin to watered down coffee. Now, I read a lot of fantasy, and I know what a brilliant concept brought to life by a masterfully crafted narrative looks like- and this just didn’t hit that mark for me. An extra star given for the heartwarming relationships and found family theme, which kept me considerably more invested than the plot. Many thanks to the publishers for the ARC!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

I jumped at this novel when I read that readers who loved "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue" would love "The Book of Doors", and because of this comparison, perhaps my bar was too high. I struggled with this book. The main character Cassie I could not learn to like, and I found myself shaking my head at her through the end. The pacing was too much for me and the time travel / changing characters had me so confused. It felt rushed during some parts and too slow during others. The longer I read the more I couldn't wait to finish so I could move on to another book.