Books Are My Passion
40698-1 LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO 2024 285 parts 1.7% repair risk Intermediate
Unleash your creativity with the captivating LEGO® Ideas Books Are My Passion (40698) building set. As the triumphant entry in the LEGO Ideas design contest, this set allows adults to construct an enchanting LEGO bookshelf. It features a detailed desk, vibrant books, and a movable ladder for endless exploration. Complementing the scene are a cozy armchair and a delicate teacup, perfect for a quiet read. A delightful minifigure is included, ready to animate this charming literary haven. Once assembled, this unique creation transforms into an exquisite piece of desk decor, ideal for any devoted book-lover or aspiring writer.
Parts Inventory
| Part | Qty | LEGO price each |
|---|---|---|
 Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side 11211 | 1× | €0,13 |
 Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side 11211 | 1× | €0,13 |
 Plate 3 x 3 11212 | 2× | €0,12 |
 Tile 2 x 2 Corner 14719 | 4× | €0,06 |
 Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 15068 | 1× | €0,13 |
![Fence Spindled 1 x 4 x 2 [4 Top Studs]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/6066113.jpg) Fence Spindled 1 x 4 x 2 [4 Top Studs] 15332 | 3× | €0,39 |
![Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Bottom [Open Stud]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/6050914.jpg) Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Bottom [Open Stud] 15395 | 1× | €0,17 |
 Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | 3× | €0,06 |
 Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | 1× | €0,06 |
 Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | 3× | €0,06 |
 Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | 3× | €0,06 |
 Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | 4× | €0,06 |
Repairability
Can you fix Books Are My Passion if a piece goes missing?
2 of the 120 part+color combinations in this set appear in 3 or fewer sets ever made. Lose one of those and a replacement is very hard to find.
Theme average
4.4%
All sets
6.7%
Hardest to replace
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Build DNA
Parts inventory insights for Books Are My Passion
285 pieces puts this build -76% against the average LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO set and -50% against the average 2024 release.
Vs average LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO set
Average LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO set: 1,207 pieces across 101 other sets.
Vs average 2024 set
Average 2024 set: 573 pieces across 561 other sets.
Color profile
Dominant color
Black
Unique parts
0.4 pieces per unique type
Repeat factor
Average pieces per unique type.
Most used part
Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs
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