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jamesjoyc's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage
thekristinashow's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
Pretty sure this will get the award for my shortest read of the year, coming in at 147 pages total.
I really enjoyed this translated story, focused on Takako’s journey to finding herself after a bad breakup. From living in her uncle’s used bookstore for a while to her strengthening of relationships with herself, her uncle, and her aunt who has reappeared after 5 years - so many heartwarming takeaways.
If you’re looking for a short, not too heavy read - consider picking this one up.
I really enjoyed this translated story, focused on Takako’s journey to finding herself after a bad breakup. From living in her uncle’s used bookstore for a while to her strengthening of relationships with herself, her uncle, and her aunt who has reappeared after 5 years - so many heartwarming takeaways.
If you’re looking for a short, not too heavy read - consider picking this one up.
Content Warnings
Minor: Medical content, Suicidal thoughts, Miscarriage, and Grief
nicoledean's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
📖 Takako is going through a difficult time. When her uncle reaches out with an offer to stay at his bookshop and help out when needed, she reluctantly agrees to a temporary stay. She’s not a reader and not really interested in reconnecting with long lost family. Takako is surprised by how much she falls in love with the little book shop and she discovers a passion for reading. She learns a lot during her stay at the bookshop and meets many friends along the way.
💭 I loved the setting and I had to look up to see if Jimbocho, Japan was a real place. It is and they really do have a huge, yearly used book sale festival. It would be a dream to be able to go there and see it in person. I bet it’s amazing! I liked seeing Takako’s growth throughout the book and seeing her develop relationships with her family and friends was heartwarming. I just felt like something was missing from the story for me. I just wanted more from it I guess. I think my favorite part of the book was seeing Takako develop a love of reading. It made my book loving heart so happy! I’m looking forward to reading book two when it comes out.
📚Read this if you like…
Bookish settings
Books about books
Cozy/comfort reads
Self-growth
Family drama
❤️Shoutout to @pattygonzica for recommending this one!
💭 I loved the setting and I had to look up to see if Jimbocho, Japan was a real place. It is and they really do have a huge, yearly used book sale festival. It would be a dream to be able to go there and see it in person. I bet it’s amazing! I liked seeing Takako’s growth throughout the book and seeing her develop relationships with her family and friends was heartwarming. I just felt like something was missing from the story for me. I just wanted more from it I guess. I think my favorite part of the book was seeing Takako develop a love of reading. It made my book loving heart so happy! I’m looking forward to reading book two when it comes out.
📚Read this if you like…
Bookish settings
Books about books
Cozy/comfort reads
Self-growth
Family drama
❤️Shoutout to @pattygonzica for recommending this one!
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage and Infidelity
tegancalnan's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage
stillhouette's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
Quiet and cozy reflection on books, love, and introspection.
Content Warnings
Minor: Infidelity, Child death, and Miscarriage
bookmarkplaces's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Child death and Miscarriage
Minor: Pregnancy
wisewayfarer's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It's a short lighthearted and yet emotional read about a girl trying to find herself and the complexities of her aunt/uncle's relationship that she finds herself in the middle of when she moves into her uncles bookshop.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity and Abandonment
Moderate: Miscarriage
elpalmer's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
3.0
I picked this up for the first time many months ago and couldn’t get into it, but then I got dumped and it was a perfect little benign escape for a busy brain! I don’t think the story will stick me in the long term, though.
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage, Infertility, Terminal illness, and Infidelity
navayiota's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
"It's important to stand still sometimes. Think of it as a little rest in the long journey of your life. This is your harbour, and your boat is just dropping anchor here for a little while. And after you're well rested, you can set sail again"
Enjoyable and inspiring. It's good to read stories about finding the joy in slow, peaceful life. Now I'm in the mood to check out the authors mentioned in the book!
Enjoyable and inspiring. It's good to read stories about finding the joy in slow, peaceful life. Now I'm in the mood to check out the authors mentioned in the book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Abandonment, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Infertility, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, and Alcohol
mtnmama19's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I couldn't put it down! This charming story about a young woman finding her way some to me on a number of levels.
Content Warnings
Minor: Infidelity, Miscarriage, Cancer, Infertility, and Abortion