Deliver toBahrain
The Library of Lost Dollhouses: A Novel

Description:

"This beautiful page-turner kept me reading all night.” —Janet Skeslien Charles, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Library 

"This one’s an absolute gem.” —Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen

When a young librarian discovers hidden historic dollhouses in her library, she embarks on an unexpected journey that reveals surprising secrets about the lost miniatures.

Tildy Barrows, Head Curator of a beautiful archival library in San Francisco, is meticulously dedicated to the century’s worth of inventory housed in her beloved Beaux Art building. She loves the calm and order in the shelves of books and walls of art. But Tildy’s life takes an unexpected turn when she, first, learns the library is on the verge of bankruptcy and, second, discovers two exquisite never-before-seen dollhouses.

After finding clues hidden within these remarkable miniatures, Tildy sets out to decipher the secret history of the dollhouses, aiming to salvage her cherished library in the process. Her journey introduces her to a world of ambitious and gifted women in Belle Époque Paris, a group of scarred World War I veterans in the English countryside, and Walt Disney’s bustling Burbank studio in the 1950s. As Tildy unravels the mystery, she finds not only inspiring, hidden history, but also a future for herself—and an astonishing familial revelation.

Spanning the course of a century, The Library of Lost Dollhouses is a warm, bright, and captivating story of secrets and love that embraces the importance of illuminating overlooked women.

Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful story of mystery and redemption

C. · August 25, 2025

I love this book! The story takes place in two time periods: present day San Francisco Public Library. The second in the USA and France at the of WW1. The story goes back and forth following the librarian trying to solve the mystery of a recently discovered hidden room where the librarian finds an extraordinary dollhouse.

4.0 out of 5 stars beautiful story

N.M. · May 12, 2025

Loved this so much. Would be more like 4.5 stars. Such a great story of a remarkable woman - Cora Hale. How Elise Hooper wove the past and present stories of Cora and Tildy was lovely. I always like a book about libraries and this was just great.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun read!

J. · October 2, 2025

Loved it. My husband liked it as well

3.0 out of 5 stars Tired and over done

K.I.S. · May 18, 2025

It was ok. I finished it. I’m getting tired of the formalistic abused woman, hidden sexuality genre. It’s been over done.

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully Written, tons of history!

u. · May 8, 2025

Very intriguing! Instantly draws you in! A beautifully spun story, masterfully written based in true wokeness.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great light summer read.

L. · August 10, 2025

Great summer read. Enjoyed the twists and turns of the plot. Nicely developed characters

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic

S.S. · April 7, 2025

I absolutely loved this book and pre-ordered a copy of it to be sent to my Mom on publication day.Tildy is a librarian at a very unique archival library in San Francisco. She loves her job but wonders if there's something more she should be doing as the library is on the brink of bankruptcy. She unexpectedly comes upon a door in the back of a closet that she's never noticed before and inside is a Dollhouse. This starts her exploration of researching this dollhouse and other's to bring their stories to life. The story goes back and forth between present day and whatever time period the specific dollhouse is from. The way the story comes together and the amazing things that were done with these dollhouses is what made me enjoy this book so much.Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

4.0 out of 5 stars A well done book

A.B. · May 12, 2025

“To create art is, and it’s very core, a hopeful act. In a world that was all too filled with heartbreak and sorrow, I needed to choose hope. I needed to choose love.”I wanted a bit more from them characters, a lot could happen in a few pages, but left me wanting more with them. Also, I had hoped for my connection with the miniatures.

Great read !

k.O. · August 3, 2025

My love of dollshouses meant i had to read this book. It exceeded my expectations. I did not want it to end. A fascinating storyline set against my passion of a hobby I enjoy so much.Whether you are a miniaturist or just want an enjoyable read, this book ticked all boxes for me.

Worth a read

A.C. · August 19, 2025

An easy read and if you have an interest in dolls houses you'll enjoy it

An amazing and Riveting Storyline

H. · August 17, 2025

An amazing, riveting story.

The site of book you don’t want to end. Really enjoyable.

o.c. · June 10, 2025

This is a wonderful book especially if you are interested in miniatures and dollshouses. Very well researched and great plot.

The Library of Lost Dollhouses: A Novel

Product ID: U0063382148
Condition: New

4.4

BHD1050

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Type: Paperback
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by

Free delivery on orders over BHD 20

Return and refund policies

Imported From: United States

At bolo.bh, we stand behind the authenticity and quality of every product we sell. We guarantee that all items offered on our website are 100% genuine, sourced directly from authorized distributors, trusted partners, or the original brands themselves.

We do not sell counterfeit, replica, or unauthorized goods. Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support . We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, including images, descriptions, and reviews, is provided by third-party vendors. bolo.bh is not responsible for any claims, promotions, or representations made within product content or images. For more accurate or detailed product information, please contact the manufacturer directly or reach out to Bolo Support.

Unless otherwise stated during checkout, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

bolo.bh operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of Bahrain. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in Bahrain are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Similar suggestions by Bolo

More from this brand

Similar items from “World War I”

The Library of Lost Dollhouses: A Novel

Product ID: U0063382148
Condition: New

4.4

Type: Paperback

BHD1050

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by

Free delivery on orders over BHD 20

Return and refund policies

Imported From: United States

At bolo.bh, we stand behind the authenticity and quality of every product we sell. We guarantee that all items offered on our website are 100% genuine, sourced directly from authorized distributors, trusted partners, or the original brands themselves.

We do not sell counterfeit, replica, or unauthorized goods. Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support . We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, including images, descriptions, and reviews, is provided by third-party vendors. bolo.bh is not responsible for any claims, promotions, or representations made within product content or images. For more accurate or detailed product information, please contact the manufacturer directly or reach out to Bolo Support.

Unless otherwise stated during checkout, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

bolo.bh operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of Bahrain. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in Bahrain are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

"This beautiful page-turner kept me reading all night.” —Janet Skeslien Charles, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Library 

"This one’s an absolute gem.” —Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen

When a young librarian discovers hidden historic dollhouses in her library, she embarks on an unexpected journey that reveals surprising secrets about the lost miniatures.

Tildy Barrows, Head Curator of a beautiful archival library in San Francisco, is meticulously dedicated to the century’s worth of inventory housed in her beloved Beaux Art building. She loves the calm and order in the shelves of books and walls of art. But Tildy’s life takes an unexpected turn when she, first, learns the library is on the verge of bankruptcy and, second, discovers two exquisite never-before-seen dollhouses.

After finding clues hidden within these remarkable miniatures, Tildy sets out to decipher the secret history of the dollhouses, aiming to salvage her cherished library in the process. Her journey introduces her to a world of ambitious and gifted women in Belle Époque Paris, a group of scarred World War I veterans in the English countryside, and Walt Disney’s bustling Burbank studio in the 1950s. As Tildy unravels the mystery, she finds not only inspiring, hidden history, but also a future for herself—and an astonishing familial revelation.

Spanning the course of a century, The Library of Lost Dollhouses is a warm, bright, and captivating story of secrets and love that embraces the importance of illuminating overlooked women.

Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful story of mystery and redemption

C. · August 25, 2025

I love this book! The story takes place in two time periods: present day San Francisco Public Library. The second in the USA and France at the of WW1. The story goes back and forth following the librarian trying to solve the mystery of a recently discovered hidden room where the librarian finds an extraordinary dollhouse.

4.0 out of 5 stars beautiful story

N.M. · May 12, 2025

Loved this so much. Would be more like 4.5 stars. Such a great story of a remarkable woman - Cora Hale. How Elise Hooper wove the past and present stories of Cora and Tildy was lovely. I always like a book about libraries and this was just great.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun read!

J. · October 2, 2025

Loved it. My husband liked it as well

3.0 out of 5 stars Tired and over done

K.I.S. · May 18, 2025

It was ok. I finished it. I’m getting tired of the formalistic abused woman, hidden sexuality genre. It’s been over done.

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully Written, tons of history!

u. · May 8, 2025

Very intriguing! Instantly draws you in! A beautifully spun story, masterfully written based in true wokeness.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great light summer read.

L. · August 10, 2025

Great summer read. Enjoyed the twists and turns of the plot. Nicely developed characters

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic

S.S. · April 7, 2025

I absolutely loved this book and pre-ordered a copy of it to be sent to my Mom on publication day.Tildy is a librarian at a very unique archival library in San Francisco. She loves her job but wonders if there's something more she should be doing as the library is on the brink of bankruptcy. She unexpectedly comes upon a door in the back of a closet that she's never noticed before and inside is a Dollhouse. This starts her exploration of researching this dollhouse and other's to bring their stories to life. The story goes back and forth between present day and whatever time period the specific dollhouse is from. The way the story comes together and the amazing things that were done with these dollhouses is what made me enjoy this book so much.Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

4.0 out of 5 stars A well done book

A.B. · May 12, 2025

“To create art is, and it’s very core, a hopeful act. In a world that was all too filled with heartbreak and sorrow, I needed to choose hope. I needed to choose love.”I wanted a bit more from them characters, a lot could happen in a few pages, but left me wanting more with them. Also, I had hoped for my connection with the miniatures.

Great read !

k.O. · August 3, 2025

My love of dollshouses meant i had to read this book. It exceeded my expectations. I did not want it to end. A fascinating storyline set against my passion of a hobby I enjoy so much.Whether you are a miniaturist or just want an enjoyable read, this book ticked all boxes for me.

Worth a read

A.C. · August 19, 2025

An easy read and if you have an interest in dolls houses you'll enjoy it

An amazing and Riveting Storyline

H. · August 17, 2025

An amazing, riveting story.

The site of book you don’t want to end. Really enjoyable.

o.c. · June 10, 2025

This is a wonderful book especially if you are interested in miniatures and dollshouses. Very well researched and great plot.

Similar suggestions by Bolo

More from this brand

Similar items from “World War I”