The Midnight Library

Matt Haig's acclaimed 2020 novel, The Midnight Library, tells the story of Nora Seed, a young woman overwhelmed by regret and depression who decides to end her life. She wakes up in a mysterious library existing between life and death, where each book allows her to experience alternate versions of her life based on different choices she could have made. Through this poignant and hopeful journey, the book weaves a captivating story about mental health, self-acceptance, and discovering that a fulfilling life isn't about avoiding regret, but about appreciating the life you already have.