About “Once Upon a Spine”

San Francisco bookbinder Brooklyn Wainwright stumbles through the looking glass in a tale combining murder, rare books, and a quest for the perfect pie.

Praise for “Once Upon a Spine”

“Carlisle’s dialogue is natural, her prose has great flow, and her striking descriptions bring Brooklyn’s world to life.”

— Crimespree Magazine

“Captivating....The action builds to a surprising final showdown.”

— Publishers Weekly

“A true whodunit...highlights Carlisle’s story line skills, her love for books, and her always-endearing heroine.”

— Richmond Times-Dispatch

Book details

First published
2017
Latest edition
2017 · ISBN 9780451477729
Pages
279

Frequently asked questions

How many pages is Once Upon a Spine?

Once Upon a Spine by Kate Carlisle has 279 pages.

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