In the City of Books, the Central Library stands as a bastion of knowledge safeguarded by the Magus of the Library. Theo Fumis, a book-loving boy in Amun's desert village, faces exclusion from the local library and incessant bullying for his distinctive long ears. Yearning for a better life, Theo dreams of reaching Aftzaak, the city where books reign supreme. His mundane existence takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of the Kafna, elite librarians from the Central Library. Among them, Sedona Bleu entrusts Theo with a treasured book, kindling his desire to journey to the City of Books. Despite challenges, Sedona extends Theo's book loan, fueling his determination to explore the realm of knowledge and adventure in Aftzaak.