47 pages • 1 hour read
Robin Sloan, Rodrigo CorralMr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, after losing his job as a web designer, Clay Jannon encounters an enigmatic bookstore whose few customers borrow coded books. Alongside his tech-savvy friend and girlfriend, Clay uncovers a secret society attempting to decode a centuries-old text, leading them on a thrilling adventure blending ancient mysteries with modern technology.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan and Rodrigo Corral is lauded for its original plot and charming blend of technology and bibliophilia. Readers appreciate its whimsical characters and imaginative settings. Criticisms include a perceived lack of depth and a few underdeveloped subplots. Overall, it's a delightful read for book lovers and tech enthusiasts alike.
Who Should Read Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore?
Readers who appreciate the intersection of technology and literature in a modern, quirky adventure will enjoy Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore. Fans of books like Ready Player One by Ernest Cline or The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern will find a similar charm and fascination in its blend of mystery and fantasy.