

The Dallergut Dream Department Store
Books | Fiction / Magical Realism
3.8
Miye Lee
THE #1 KOREAN BESTSELLER WITH OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLDFor fans of magical realism and the Before the Coffee Gets Cold series by Toshikazu Kawaguchi comes this cozy fantasy debut.What if there was a store that sold dreams? Which would you buy? And who might you become when you wake up?In a mysterious town hidden in our collective subconscious there's a department store that sells dreams. Day and night, visitors both human and animal shuffle in to purchase their latest adventure. Each floor specializes in a specific type of dream: childhood memories, food dreams, ice skating, dreams of stardom. Flying dreams are almost always sold out. Some seek dreams of loved ones who have died.For Penny, an enthusiastic new hire, working at Dallergut is the opportunity of a lifetime. As she uncovers the workings of this whimsical world, she bonds with a cast of unforgettable characters, including Dallergut, the flamboyant and wise owner, Babynap Rockabye, a famous dream designer, Maxim, a nightmare producer, and the many customers who dream to heal, dream to grow, and dream to flourish.A captivating story that will leave a lingering magical feeling in readers' minds, this is the first book in a bestselling duology for anyone exhausted from the reality of their daily life.
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Author
Miye Lee
Pages
288
Publisher
Harlequin
Published Date
2024-07-09
ISBN
0369749359 9780369749352
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"Honestly a very enjoyable book with a lighthearted feel. However, there is an undertone of seriousness that actually fits in with everything else. Sure there isnt a lot of plot but the characters are amazing and worth the read. "
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Sarah
"The idea of this book was better than the book itself. The characters lacked depth, and there wasn’t a climax at any point throughout the novel. It was moderately entertaining and easy to read, but without any real build up, it was difficult to grow attached to any of the characters.<br/><br/>For a novel about dreams in a fantasy world, I expected more world building and interesting interactions between the characters. The first few chapters started off well with this, but it slowly dissipated and left the novel feeling robotic and grueling to finish. <br/><br/>Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. <br/>"
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Kaylee Fenby