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Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore (Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, Bk 1)
Mr Penumbra's 24Hour Bookstore - Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, Bk 1
Author: Robin Sloan
The Great Recession has shuffled Clay Jannon away from life as a San Francisco web-design drone and into the aisles of Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore. But after a few days on the job, Clay discovers that the store is more curious than either its name or its gnomic owner might suggest. The customers are few, and they never seem to buy anyth...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9781250037756
ISBN-10: 1250037751
Publication Date: 9/24/2013
Pages: 304
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Publisher: Picador
Book Type: Paperback
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What a fun and magical journey! From the 15th century first publisher, to a secret society on a mission, on through the doors of Google and to the world of special effects. With codes and puzzles and clever resources, these wonderful characters form friendships, loyalties, and dreams. And, if that weren't enough?-a glow in the dark cover (maybe it's own code?) just for the sheer joy of it!!!
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Amazingly magical book. I picked it up because I liked the cover and ended up LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVING it!
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Fun! Filled with adventure and a touch of whimsy.
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 reviewed Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore (Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, Bk 1) on + 988 more book reviews
The Great Recession has shuffled Clay Jannon away from life as a San Francisco web-design drone and into the aisles of Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore. But after a few days on the job, Clay discovers that the store is more curious than either its name or its gnomic owner might suggest. The customers are few, and they never seem to buy anything -- instead, they "check out" large, obscure volumes from strange corners of the store.

Suspicious, Clay engineers an analysis of the clientele's behavior, seeking help from his variously talented friends. But when they bring their findings to Mr. Penumbra, they discover the bookstore's secrets extend far beyond its walls.
09suzij avatar reviewed Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore (Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, Bk 1) on + 41 more book reviews
Pleasantly geeky while still including books. It was eye-opening to see what our future might look like in a data-driven society.
gretchen952 avatar reviewed Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore (Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, Bk 1) on
One of the most original novels I've ever read. Loved the affirmation of books even in our digital world. Even better was the cover in a pitch black room!


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