After yesterday's official reveal of 21353 The Botanical Garden, the LEGO Ideas theme will end 2024 with a total of nine brand new sets on shelves along with a brand new promotional item for the theme. In particular, this is 40698 Books Are My Passion which has been officially revealed today and will be available with the release of the beautiful Botanical Garden from the 28th of October 2024. The 18+ model will include 285 pieces and will be available with any purchases over $130.
40698 Books Are My Passion is the winning project of the Singles' Day competition back in 2023. The original idea by Fr_An is based on the brick builders' love for reading which has shone through perfectly in the final, official brick-built model by LEGO themselves. The basis of the set is a large bookshelf placed on a small black diorama display stand which altogether measures over 12 cm (5 inches) high, 9 cm (3.5 inches) wide and 9 cm (3.5 inches) deep.
The bookshelf includes plenty of colourful books, all created using a variety of pieces and building techniques. A black ladder leans against the bookshelf allowing the single generic Minifigure included in the 18+ set to access all the books and the trunks and printed globe sat on top of the furniture. A smart wooden desk, a plant and a comfy armchair are also included in the small peaceful display scene.
40698 Books Are My Passion GWP
Set Name - Books Are My Passion
Set Number - 40698
Age Range - 18+
Piece Count - 285
Price - GWP over $130
Release Date - 28th October 2024
40698 Books Are My Passion GWP is available from the 28th of October 2024 but what do you think? Will you be picking up 40698 in less than a week's time? Will you also be purchasing 40698 Books Are My Passion alongside this promotional item? What's been your favourite LEGO Ideas set of 2024? Let us know your thoughts and opinions in the comments below.
