In the compelling narrative of 'People of the Book,' we journey alongside Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-book conservator, as she embarks on the painstaking task of preserving the Sarajevo Haggadah, a Jewish illuminated manuscript with a storied past. Hanna's meticulous conservation work unveils an array of intriguing historical artifacts hidden within the book's ancient binding, propelling her into a profound exploration of the manuscript's multifaceted history. Each artifact becomes a crucial piece of a jigsaw puzzle, revealing the book's journey across continents and through tumultuous periods, from the dark times of inquisition and World War II to its creation in 15th-century Spain. As Hanna untangles the web of past owners and protectors, she also encounters personal challenges and forms a connection with Ozren Karamen, a librarian who daringly saved the Haggadah during the Bosnian war. Geraldine Brooks's novel masterfully interweaves a narrative rich in historical detail with the intimacy of personal discovery and the universal themes of war, art, love, and survival.