No Place Like

by Anna Boorstin

In No Place Like, Lexie Brooker—a down-to-earth grandmother, retired landscape architect and dog lover—begins to question her reality. Is she imagining the strange new room in her apartment, the unfamiliar books on her nightstand, and the dead people casually chatting on her couch? Or has she somehow stumbled into a parallel version of her life? As Lexie navigates this bizarre new world, she must does she want to return to her old life, and if so, how in any world can she find her way back?

318 pages, Paperback

Published June 10, 2025

Reviews

[Tanya · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

This was an odd book, certainly a trippy one to read. It took me a bit to get into, wasn't one that was a gripping page turner that had me needing to know what happened, but it was interesting in its own way. It wasn't like any other book that I've ever read before, so it was a pleasant change of pace from things that can seem like the same story told the same way, just in a different manner.

It was told well, I was never left confused as to where Lexie was at any give time. She was a likeable character for the most part, though there were a few times that I disliked how she handled things (but that gave her a very human aspect). The family dynamics were well done, the communication was well done, Gretel is the best girl ever.

While it wasn't the most gripping read ever, it was certainly a pleasant one that I did enjoy and would recommend to someone that is looking for a simple and easy re

[Sandy Bieler · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved reading this book. The narrator, Lexie, is wry, smart, resourceful, and a pleasure to accompany on her wild adventure to find her place - in an actual multiverse. It’s an interesting experiment to picture oneself in a world without the terrible losses that accompany all lives, but no one gets it all, of course; there’s always a price. Lexie’s love, her memories, her sadness, and her sense of humor must all come together to help her figure out just where she belongs - and how to get back there.

[Mina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had to sit with the ending of this book for awhile before I decided on my rating for it. when I started this book, I didn't like it. it felt like I was reading someone's diary; there were a lot of sections where Lexie's internal feelings and voice were missing. it took a long time for me to get used to the writing, but I'm glad I did. it felt very personal, like a deep dive into a real person. it's an interesting, unique story, and I love it.

[Robin Golden · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED this book. I literally could not put it down. This is a beautiful novel that explores so many different kinds of relationships (spouses, lovers, siblings, parents and children, parents and grandchildren). The SciFi aspects of the book makes it rich and multilayered. For someone who normally steers away from SciFi, believe me, You do not have to be a fan of Science Fiction to LOVE this book. It is funny and wise and so relatable!

[Liz · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the idea, but some of the writing was a bit long-winded.
Dont use treble the amount of words you need to describe something, and you dont have to describe irrelevant bits to the nth degree.
I finished the book wondering if Lexie had been in an alternate universe or not - or had it been grief?
Lexie is generally a nice character and her family seems too nice, everything seems perfect - even the ex-wife!

[Gaili Schoen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book! It’s a bit science fiction, a bit magical realism and a bit women’s literary fiction. Smart, fascinating and completely unique. I loved Lexie, the protagonist, who after the death of her husband, tries to navigate her way through her world and an alternate universe that’s similar to her own with a few important differences. I will be recommending this novel to many friends!

[Amy]

I’m liking this book when the file allows me to read it. Apparently, I must have pissed off ePub, because the file keeps getting stuck, or breaking off, or going blank. It’s frustrating, but I keep trying. It’s screwed up on all my devices.
Anyhow, liking it so far. I’m either on Chapter 1, 10 , or 19, depending on the file's mood. Such is life.

[Corryn Pettingill · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an enjoyable read! I would love to see more from this author.