Found paperback mystery with blue cover
Description
I found a paperback mystery this afternoon around 3pm outside The Book Nook on Capitol Street in Jackson. It's a well-loved paperback, about 320 pages, with a bright blue cover and a creased spine. Inside, there's a library stamp on the first page that says 'Property of Jackson Public Library,' plus a receipt stub from Cafe Capitol tucked between pages 112. The title on the cover reads 'The Silent Shore' in white letters, and there's a small coffee stain near the back that looks like a tiny heart. It seems like it was really enjoyed by someone, and I hope to reunite it with its owner—if this is yours, swing by The Book Nook and mention this listing, or reply through the app.
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