84 Charring Cross Road by Helene Hanff is, without question, one of my all-time favorite books.
Told entirely through real letters, it chronicles the twenty-year correspondence between Hanff in New York and Frank Doel of Marks & Co.. What begins as a simple request for hard-to-find classics slowly unfolds into a deeply touching friendship built on wit, kindness, and a shared love of literature.
Hanff’s sharp humor and big-hearted generosity shine through every page, while the quiet warmth from London makes the story feel intimate and real. The book is short, but its emotional impact is lasting. It’s about books, yes—but even more about connection, loyalty, and the beautiful ways strangers can become dear friends.
Charming, poignant, and utterly timeless. Five stars, always.
★★★★★
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