A review by the_literary_cat
The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown

tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Firstly, I want to thank Netgalley, Random House UK and Transworld Publishers for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review. 

The story follows Cassie, who works in a bookshop in New York City. After an elderly customer dies in the shop, she notices a small book left on the coffee table with an inscription addressed to her. It states that this is a magical book, which can transport her to any door she imagines. What follows is a journey across the world and through time as Cassie discovers the existence of other magical books, the people who hunt them, and ‘the woman’, who wants to use the books for evil. 

The Book of Doors was such a fascinating read, and everything about the plot felt really thought out. The story reminded me of books like the Night Circus, and of Stephen Moffat’s era of Doctor Who. It’s a beautifully written and magical story that sucks you in immediately. It also features well-developed characters and multiple POV’s. The different perspectives and time dilation had me absolutely enraptured. 

Overall, I really enjoyed this book, and I can see this become a very successful fantasy book in 2024. I can definitely recommend this book, and I hope to read more of this author in the future.