The Librarians - by Sherry Thomas (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Sometimes a workplace isn't just a workplace but a place of safety, understanding, and acceptance. And sometimes murder threatens the sanctity of that beloved refuge. In the leafy suburbs of Austin, Texas, a small branch library welcomes the public every day of the week. But the patrons who love the helpful, unobtrusive staff and leave rave reviews on Yelp don't always realize that their librarians are human, too. Hazel flees halfway across the world for what she hopes will be a new beginning. Jonathan, a six-foot-four former college football player, has never fit in anywhere else. Astrid tries to forget her heartbreak by immersing herself in work, but the man who ghosted her six months ago is back, promising trouble. And Sophie, who has the most to lose, maintains a careful and respectful distance from her coworkers, but soon that won't be enough anymore. When two patrons turn up dead after the library's inaugural murder mystery-themed game night, the librarians' quiet routines come crashing down. Something sinister has stirred, something that threatens every single one of them. And the only way the librarians can save the library--and themselves--is to let go of their secrets, trust one another, and band together. All in a day's work"--

Book Synopsis

"This delicious murder mystery is a must-read for any library lover!"--New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt

Murder disrupts four quirky librarians' lives when they try to hide among books to keep their secrets.

A LIBRARY READS PICK! l An NPR Books We Love l Libby Book Award Winner for Best Mystery

Sometimes a workplace isn't just a workplace but a place of safety, understanding, and acceptance. And sometimes murder threatens the sanctity of that beloved refuge....

In the leafy suburbs of Austin, Texas, a small branch library welcomes the public every day of the week. But the patrons who love the helpful, unobtrusive staff and leave rave reviews on Yelp don't always realize that their librarians are human, too.

Hazel flees halfway across the world for what she hopes will be a new beginning. Jonathan, a six-foot-four former college football player, has never fit in anywhere else. Astrid tries to forget her heartbreak by immersing herself in work, but the man who ghosted her six months ago is back, promising trouble. And Sophie, who has the most to lose, maintains a careful and respectful distance from her coworkers, but soon that won't be enough anymore.

When two patrons turn up dead after the library's inaugural murder mystery-themed game night, the librarians' quiet routines come crashing down. Something sinister has stirred, something that threatens every single one of them. And the only way the librarians can save the library--and themselves--is to let go of their secrets, trust one another, and band together....

All in a day's work.

Review Quotes

"A fizzy delight...Thomas, a seasoned suspense and romance writer, is in utter command of the story and its many surprising twists."--The New York Times

"A plot that reads like the cozy-glam love child of Crazy Rich Asians and Agatha Christie."--NPR

"Riveting suspense + librarians + Sherry Thomas=one of the most engaging books you'll read this year. This novel proves once and for all there's nothing librarians can't do."--#1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Gardner

"The Librarians was so much fun! Sherry Thomas's cast of quirky bibliophiles leap the page. This delicious murder mystery is a must-read for any library lover!"--New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt

"Quirky secret-keeping librarians who solve murders? Yes please! Just the right mix of fun, suspenseful and page-turning, The Librarians is an absolute delight of a cozy mystery."--New York Times bestselling author Allison Winn Scotch

"An irresistible ensemble and a raft of surprises as crime-solving librarians solve double murder mysteries while guarding their own secrets...This knockout mystery mixes the camaraderie of The Thursday Murder Club with the chic family and romantic drama of Crazy Rich Asians. Thomas' virtuosity shows in this fast-paced and intricate yet emotionally moving mystery."--Kirkus (STARRED)

"Richly infused with a deliciously dry wit, graced with intriguingly nuanced characters, and enhanced with several subplots that will remind readers of just how good a romance writer Thomas is, this is a thoughtfully entertaining, stunningly satisfying treat."--Booklist (STARRED)

"Thomas takes her time to introduce each of her characters and give them space to develop so that readers will root for each and every one. For fans of Richard Osman's "Thursday Murder Club" series and Tess Gerritsen's Martini Club."--Library Journal

"Thomas is a much-lauded author of historical romance, and this book shares in the eloquent writing she is known for. Perfect for a book-group discussion."--First Clue

"Come for the library setting and puzzle over the wide-ranging and intricate plotting, but the real pleasure of the book is getting to know characters you will care about."--Crime Fiction Review

"Mixing suspense with heart, international backstory, and richly drawn characters, The Librarians blends The Thursday Murder Club's charm with the glamour of Crazy Rich Asians."--Bibliolifestyle

"There's an undeniable thrill to watching librarians morph into kick-ass crime solvers..."--Publishers Weekly

"For those who prefer found family and to be surrounded at all times by books, Sherry Thomas (the Lady Sherlock series) has written an absolute romp of a novel with The Librarians."--The Christian Science Monitor

About the Author

USA Today bestselling author Sherry Thomas is one of the most acclaimed historical romance authors writing today and a two-time RITA Award winner.