The Storied Life Of A.j.: Fikry Yify

: Some critics, such as those at The Washington Post , felt the adaptation was "overstuffed" and relied too heavily on "Hallmark-y" sentimentality, noting that the frequent time jumps made the narrative feel choppy. Where to Watch

His world changes when he discovers an abandoned two-year-old girl named Maya in his shop. Choosing to raise her with the help of his quirky community, A.J. begins to open his heart again, eventually finding new love with Amelia Loman ( Lucy Hale ), a determined book publisher's representative. Cast and Production The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry YIFY

A.J. Fikry, portrayed by Kunal Nayyar , is the reclusive owner of Island Books on the fictional Alice Island. His life is in a downward spiral: he is mourning his late wife, his business is struggling, and his most prized possession—a rare edition of Edgar Allan Poe's poems—is stolen. : Some critics, such as those at The