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Pub Date Nov 04 2025 | Archive Date Nov 18 2025

Description

A detour. A chance encounter. Two women who alter the pages of each other’s story.

Juliet Nightingale is lucky to be alive. Months after a freak accident involving lightning, she’s fully recovered but is left feeling that something is missing from her life. Something big. Impulsively, she decides to take a solo summer road trip, hoping that the journey will lead her down a path that will help her discover exactly what it is that she’s searching for.

Newly single mom Tallulah Byrd Mayfield is hanging by a thread after her neat, tidy world was completely undone when her husband decided that their marriage was over. In the aftermath of the breakup, she and her two daughters move in with her eighty-year-old grandfather. Tallulah starts a new job at the Forget-Me-Not Library, where old, treasured memories can be found within the books—and where Lu must learn to adapt to the many changes thrown her way.

When a road detour leads Juliet to Forget-Me-Not, Alabama, and straight into Tallulah’s life, the two women soon discover there’s magic in between the pages of where you’ve been and where you still need to go. And that happiness, even when lost, can always be found again.

A detour. A chance encounter. Two women who alter the pages of each other’s story.

Juliet Nightingale is lucky to be alive. Months after a freak accident involving lightning, she’s fully recovered but...


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This story feels like a gentle hug for the soul. The writing has a warmth that wraps around you, pulling you into the lives of Juliet and Tallulah as they navigate heartbreak, self-discovery, and the magic of unexpected connections. I loved how the Forget-Me-Not Library became a sanctuary of memories and healing, a reminder of how stories, both written and lived shape us. The friendship between the two women blooms beautifully, reminding me that sometimes the people we meet by chance end up leaving the most lasting marks. It’s heartfelt, hopeful, and brimming with the kind of quiet magic that makes life feel a little brighter.

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•The Forget-Me-Not Library was such a sweet, feel good book. I felt every emotion reading this book and it was wonderful!

•Months ago, Juliet was involved in a freak accident that took the life of her grandfather, while simultaneously leaving her with a scar to remember then event. Desperate for a change of scenery, she impulsively decides to hit the road and see where the wind will take her. She ends up in tiny Forget-Me-Not, Alabama.

•Tallulah and her two young daughters move in with her grandfather after her divorce. She takes a job at the local library, a special, mystical place. As the two women cross paths, the friendships formed are beautiful and complex.

•Thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press, and Heather Webber for this ARC. It will become available on November 4, 2025.

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A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

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Heather Webber creates the most magical worlds. If I’m ever lost in life, I hope to end up in Forget-Me-Not, Alabama 💫📚🐈‍⬛

~thank you Netgalley & St. Martin's Press for a digital arc in exchange for my honest review

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Book Review: The Forget Me Not Library
By Heather Webber

The Forget Me Not Library is a book you will never forget. It’s a beautiful, heartfelt story that reminds us we can find ourselves again—with a little hope, faith, friendship, and love.

After a tragic accident, Juliet sets out on a road trip to rediscover who she is. Her journey leads her to the charming town of Forget Me Not, where the people she meets change her life in ways she never imagined. Embraced by a close-knit community, Juliet finds healing in the most unexpected places—including the town’s magical and mystical heart: The Forget Me Not Library.

One of the most delightful characters is a Cat, who resides in the library and adds a touch of whimsy to the story. Like many of Heather Webber’s books, this one leaves you wanting more. It’s moving, hopeful, and so very special.

If you’re looking for a story that blends emotion, magic, and the power of human connection, this one is a must-read.

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Thank you Net Galley for the ARC!

Heather Webber does it again with The Forget-Me-Not Library—a heart-tugging, quietly magical story about second chances, healing, and the surprising ways we find exactly what we need, right when we need it most.

Set in the small, seemingly sleepy town of Forget-Me-Not, this novel centers around three unforgettable women. As the women’s stories slowly entwine, the novel unpacks grief, forgiveness, and the invisible threads that connect us. The magical realism is subtle but powerful—books appear when needed, forgotten memories resurface, and the library itself feels alive with possibility.

Webber’s writing is lyrical and warm, filled with charm, emotional depth, and hope. Fans of Midnight at the Blackbird Café will absolutely love this one. I didn’t want to leave Forget-Me-Not—or the women who call it home.

A gentle reminder that sometimes, the story we need most is the one we didn’t expect to find.

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I don't know how Heather Webber manages to write such wonderfully, likeable characters every single time but, well done! As much as I don't like car trouble, I would not mind breaking down in this sweet, little town. Once again, this will be an easy recommend for anyone needing to escape for a little while, it pairs nicely with a pot of tea and a plate of cookies.

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A southern town with charm and magical capabilities, characters with aching hearts and lost paths, a cat who chooses books specific to individuals and their memories - this novel is a gift for a reader’s soul, especially a library-lover. “The Forget-Me-Not Library” will be unforgettable in its messages, its simplicity, the warm-hearted people who grace the pages, and the comfort it leaves with you. What more could anyone want? (And, yes, there’s romance of all sorts, too!)

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This is such a sweet and comforting book. It is set in a small town full of loving neighbors who take care of one and other. One of the main characters works in the town's library. The library has a cat in residence that seems to know which book to put in front of someone to bring back a forgotten memory. I am a big fan of books set in small towns with magical realism and this book is just perfect.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for a copy of this book for review.

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This was so richly written that it felt like you could crawl inside and live in Forget-Me-Not. The characters were relatable and felt real - you felt deeply for each one and wanted them to live the life they were searching for. The elements of magical realism were deployed in a way that added depth and intrigue without becoming a distraction or taking you out of the storyline. Webber has such a gift for weaving a story that makes you feel like you're a part of it or watching from just nearby. Looking forward to reading more of her back catalog!

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