Someone's watching

I just finished reading this book, and I loved it," she exclaimed, her words tumbling out in a rush.

"I had to come back and tell you all about it!"

I leaned in closer, eager to hear her thoughts on the book. "That's wonderful to hear," I replied, my curiosity piqued.

"What did you love most about it?"

As she launched into a passionate discussion about the characters, the plot twists, and the themes that had captivated her, I found myself swept up in her enthusiasm. We laughed, we debated, and we shared stories about our favorite literary discoveries, lost in the timeless magic of storytelling.

By the time she was about to leave the store, her arms laden with a stack of new books to devour, I couldn't help but feel a sense of fulfillment wash over me. It was moments like these—connecting with readers and sharing in their excitement—that made all the challenges of running a bookstore worthwhile.

As I reached for the book the reader had returned, I noticed a folded piece of paper tucked