The idea of creating a second-hand bookshop arose from a great passion for reading and the desire to promote conscious consumption and give books a new lease of life, contributing to a more sustainable planet.


But who is behind this project?

Best friends since the age of 15, Inês Andrade and Inês Le Gué decided to bring Twice Upon a Time to life.

Inês Le Gué (left) believes that living in a world where she could ride a dragon would be more interesting and fun. That's why epic fantasy is her favorite literary genre. She also loves delving into historical novels and a good thriller can keep her completely hooked.

She has a long list of books that have made a deep impression on her, but her literary TOP 3 is:

  • ⁠Lord of the Rings (trilogy), JRR Tolkien
  • ⁠The Book Thief, Markus Zusak
  • ⁠A Lua de Joana, Maria Teresa Maia Gonzalez

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Inês Andrade (right) likes to keep her feet firmly on the ground while her mind wonders. She is fascinated by the way literature reinvents the past, which makes historical romance her genre of choice. She also gets totally caught up in thrillers and is capable of devouring a graphic novel in one sitting.

With so many incredible books she's read, it's hard to choose a TOP 3, but here goes:

  • Se Questo è un Uomo, Primo Levi
  • ⁠Wolf Den, Elodie Harper
  • Capitães da Areia, Jorge Amado