The humorous romance centers on A.J. Fikry, whose life has taken an unexpected turn. After the death of his wife, his bookstore is suffering from its lowest sales ever, and to make matters worse, his cherished rare edition of Poe’s poems has been stolen. Disillusioned with people, he finds that even the books in his shop serve as a constant reminder of the world’s swift changes. However, the arrival of an enigmatic package at his store offers Fikry an opportunity to reinvent his life and gain a fresh perspective.