Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore

“ With Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore, Matthew Sullivan has written – with great panache and suspense – a smart, twisty crime novel filled with compelling characters set in a world that book-lovers will adore. ”

Jess Walter, bestselling author of 'Beautiful Ruins'

“ A cleverly constructed thriller ... not for the faint-hearted. ”

Scotsman

“ A page-turner featuring a heroine bookseller who solves a cold case with clues from books – what is not to love? ”

Nina George, author of 'The Little Paris Bookshop'

“ This book ticked all the boxes for me: an engaging heroine, an intriguing premise, interesting characters and a plot that involved books, readers and the very darkest human passions. A fantastic, assured debut. ”

Elly Griffiths, author of 'Crossing Places'

“ There is a clever, erudite puzzle plot in this bookish mystery, along with whip-smart writing. Matthew Sullivan’s debut is stylish and entertaining. ”

Ellen Crosby, author of 'The Champagne Conspiracy'

“ Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore is a heart-pounding mystery that perfectly captures the intellect and eccentricity of the bookstore milieu. ”

The Gingerbread House Blog

“ A compelling read. ”

The Herald

“ I have been looking forward to this title for a while now and it was without doubt just as good or even better than hoped. I had such a great time reading Midnight At The Bright Ideas Bookstore and the two mysteries/puzzles that are included are both fascinating and well executed. The bookish elements are a true delight and I had a great time discovering more about Joey and Lydia, their past and their development. The writing is wonderful as well and made me fly through the pages… All in all I can highly recommend this title. ”

It's All About the Books Blog

“ A superb and eminently readable novel … an intoxicating mix of horrific murders, suicide, and the withdrawn and introspective individuals who people the Bright Ideas Book Store in Denver, Colorado. ”

On: Yorkshire

“ Deliciously twisty page turner. ”

Book Riot