The Librarian's Apprentice

A lot of fun to play. Excellent quality.

This is a great adventure for my library friends. And an opportunity to find other unique ‘supplies’ needed to use with the game. Great fun.

No wonder why this has won so many awards! An absolute joy to dive into.

The game is a ton of fun to play! The physical copy is made of thick, sturdy materials that aptly replicates library materials!

This delightful little game is a fun role-playing experience, combining the vibes of both Borges's Library of Babel and (a more lighthearted take on) Allen's Stygian Library. The format is quite space-limited, though, which can make some of the interplay between the rules a bit confusing. The included designer's commentary clarified the fuzzy corners. Particularly: the Apprentice can Research at any time, but probably not more than once per room, at the potential cost of unearthing a complication. This is intended to be a very self-directed game that doesn't rely on the mechanics to push the player one way or another, and therefore could be a great way to introduce folks to the hobby.