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Classics - Blind Date With A Book
Classics - Blind Date With A Book
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Tired of the same old classics everyone talks about? Ready to discover a hidden gem that might just become your new favourite? This Blind Date with a Classic Book is your chance to meet a brilliant but underrated work of literature—wrapped in mystery, waiting to sweep you off your feet.
Each book in this collection is a critically acclaimed classic, handpicked for its extraordinary prose, unforgettable characters, and timeless storytelling. These aren’t the usual suspects (we promise, no Jane Eyre or Great Expectations here!), but they’re just as wonderful - maybe even more so.
Browse our brief descriptions below and choose!
What is a blind date with a book?
What is a blind date with a book?
A Blind Date with a Book is a fun and unique way to enjoy a surprise book gift. You pick the genre, and we hand-select and wrap a mystery book just for you—no cover, no title, just a few intriguing clues to guide your choice. It's a chance to step out of your reading comfort zone and discover something unexpected. Every wrapped mystery book makes a perfect gift for book lovers, avid readers, or anyone who enjoys a bit of literary adventure.
What books do you use?
What books do you use?
Our Blind-date with a book box contains:
- Brand new books
- Books rated over 3.5 stars on Goodreads
- Bestsellers or books that should be bestsellers!
- Not bargain basement or books left on the shelf!
- We only send standalone books, or books that are the first in a series.
Deliveries
Deliveries
Standard UK Delivery from £2.50
All orders are dispatched within 1-3 working days of an order being placed.
Order are then fulfilled using Evri standard delivery with a wait of 1-4 days.
Sustainability
Sustainability
We're proud to say all of our book boxes are:
Recyclable
Recycled
Biodegradable
Compostable
Plastic-free
Vegan-friendly
Responsibly sourced
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Let customers speak for us
from 164 reviewsPerfect, packaged well and the book was great and not one I had read before.
Brilliant thank you, couldn't believe they chose 2 books I would love. Will be ordering again.
The favourite titles I provided were obviously taken into account; great choices. The person I bought the subscription for was delighted. Thanks.
Amazing love my books each month
Love it! Really enjoyed the books that came. It's such a lovely little surprise each month. The books sent were great and right up my street!
Really good
My 2nd box and I absolutely love! Exceeded my expectations
I received two lovely books and after evri lost my box customer service was fantastic ensuring a new box was sent out straight away. I'm looking forward to the next one. Thanks guys.
Love the recommendations however one of the books was in third person and I do prefer 1 st so in the future would just prefer 1st person written books
I can't believe how happy I am ! So pleased with the blind date book I received, Rejected by Jaymin Eve , beautifully wrapped . Thanks guys and gals I love ❤️ it
really kind people and I loved the books!
Was perfect!
I liked the pick of books that I received and look forward to my next pick
I’ve not managed to read them yet but one was on my tbr and the other sounds very interesting.
I love the gift box !!! So thoughtfully selected and personalised
All Blind Dates With A Book
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Dark Romance - Blind Date With A Book
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Romantasy - Blind Date With A Book
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Thriller - Blind Date With A Book
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Romance - Blind Date With A Book
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High Fantasy - Blind Date With A Book
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Horror - Blind Date With A Book
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Contemporary Literary Fiction - Blind Date With A Book
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Mythical Fantasy - Blind Date With A Book
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FAQS
What is the Book Box?
The Book Box is a book subscription box that puts the books first! We don't jam pack your box with wasteful nicknacks, instead we spend the time and effort finding the right book for you.
TLDR: We find books you will love, and send them to your door!
How much is shipping?
If you are based in the UK shipping is £2.50 for our blind dates with a book.
Do you ship abroad?
Unfortunately we do not yet deliver outside of the UK. However... we are working on it, so please keep your eyes peeled!
When will my Book Box arrive?
Our Book Boxes are usually dispatched within 1-2 working days of placing an order.
Subscription boxes are delivered within 7 days of your first order, with subsequent boxes arriving 2-3 days after your subscription renewal each month!
Orders are fulfilled using Evri standard delivery, 1-2 working days after being dispatched.
If you have not received your order within 10 business days, please do not hesitate to get in touch and we will look into it for you.
Do you offer refunds?
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at support@thebookboxes.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at support@thebookboxes.com.
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