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$24.99
You pick the genre. We pick the book. You unwrap the mystery.
This is a Blind Date With a Book — one hand-curated, brand-new book wrapped in kraft paper with handwritten clues on the outside and zero spoilers on the inside. You won't see the title. You won't see the cover. You'll just know the genre, the vibe, and the Goodreads rating — the rest is pure surprise.
We don't pull books at random. Every title is personally selected by our team from highly rated, reader-loved picks (3.5+ stars on Goodreads). Whether you're treating yourself to a cozy Friday night read or surprising the bookworm in your life, this is the most fun you'll have for under $25.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
⊹ 1 brand-new paperback book in your chosen genre
⊹ Hand-wrapped in kraft paper with blind date clue card
⊹ Genre hints, trope clues, and Goodreads rating on the outside — no spoilers
⊹ Bookish extras tucked inside — bookmark, stickers, and a small surprise
⊹ Packaged with care in our Shop Zestily packaging
CHOOSE YOUR GENRE
⊹ Romance
⊹ Dark Romance
⊹ Romantasy
⊹ Fantasy
⊹ Thriller / Mystery
⊹ Horror
⊹ Historical Fiction
⊹ Contemporary Fiction
⊹ Sci-Fi
⊹ Cozy / Feel-Good
⊹ Surprise Me — we'll pick based on what's trending and highly rated
HOW TO PERSONALIZE
Use the personalization box at checkout to tell us:
⊹ Your preferred genre (or pick Surprise Me)
⊹ Any books or authors you already own or want to avoid
⊹ Tropes you love or can't stand
⊹ Your Goodreads profile link (optional — helps us choose the perfect match)
Even just a genre pick is enough. But the more you tell us, the better the match.
WHY READERS LOVE THIS
♡ It's the easiest way to break out of a reading rut
♡ The unwrapping experience makes it feel like a gift — even to yourself
♡ Every book is vetted, not random — we actually read the reviews
♡ The clue card builds anticipation before you even open the wrap
♡ At $24.99, it's the perfect low-risk way to discover your next favorite book
PERFECT FOR
♡ A quick, thoughtful gift that arrives ready to give
♡ Birthdays, holidays, stocking stuffers, and care packages
♡ BookTok and Bookstagram readers who love a mystery reveal
♡ Book club members who want to shake up their TBR
♡ Anyone who's ever stared at a shelf and thought "I have no idea what to read next"
THE SHOP ZESTILY DIFFERENCE
We're a small bookish boutique — not a warehouse, not a subscription algorithm. Every book is personally chosen by a reader, hand-wrapped with care, and shipped from our studio in Kentucky. We don't do random. We do intentional. That's the difference between getting a book and getting the right book.
SHIPPING & DETAILS
⊹ Ships within 3–5 business days
⊹ All books are brand new, unread paperback copies
⊹ Packaged securely so your book arrives in perfect condition
⊹ Ships from Kentucky, USA
⊹ Questions? Message us — we love talking books
WANT MORE?
⊹ Try our Deluxe Book Lover Gift Set — book, tote, mug, and candle
⊹ Go big with our 12-Book Curated Collection — a full year of reading
⊹ Browse everything at shopzestily.com
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Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Request a cancellation within: 1 hours of purchase
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