Final chapter for 'lovely' Limerick bookstore as it closes its doors

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Talking Leaves bookstore will be closing its doors | PICTURE: PIXABAY

The store also includes Mr Duffy’s Sweet Shop

A BELOVED Limerick bookshop has announced that it is closing down.

Talking Leaves bookstore in Castletroy Town Centre will be closing its doors for the final time after many years in the shopping centre.

The store also includes Mr Duffy’s Sweet Shop.

However, before it shuts its doors, there are some “massive bargains” for booklovers to get their hands on.

A statement from the shopping centre, shared on social media, said: “With a heavy heart, we announce that Talking Leaves is closing down.

“Our wonderful little bookstore, with Mr Duffy’s Sweet Shop inside, here at Castletroy Centre, will be closing its doors — but before it does, there are some massive bargains to be had!”

The statement revealed that there will be “30% OFF almost everything in store!”.

Commenters shared their sadness at the news, with one Facebook user saying, “Loved buying there, the staff was so friendly” and another person commenting, “So sad to hear her closing. A lovely friendly shop. Best of luck in the next venture”.

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