Anyone who loves books will immediately relate to Dodie, the charming main character in Aliza Fogelson's debut novel The Lending Library, as she describes her favorite reading nooks, the aroma of printed pages, and the satisfaction she takes in literary matchmaking. When the library in her small town suddenly has to close, Dodie creates a lending library in her home which quickly becomes a hub for the community. But, after tragedy strikes, the library's future becomes uncertain, and Dodie is forced to come to terms with unresolved issues from her past and impractical dreams for her future so that she can find happiness for herself and those she loves in the present. Warning: the author's delectable descriptions of food, from gourmet chocolate chip cookies to lobster rolls to hummingbird cake (recipe included!) will make your mouth water. I received a free digital advance review copy of this book from Lake Union Publishing in exchange for my honest review.