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vaguelyredhead's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Misogyny, and Sexism
Moderate: Body shaming
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Pregnancy
dana_naylor's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
4.0
I was initially pretty hesitant about this book, but overall I enjoyed it quite a bit. I liked the interconnections between people even though each chapter is self contained. There is a rather strong self-help vibe to the book that I found off-putting, and I really disliked the fat-phobic and judging descriptions of the main librarian. But I did enjoy the relation people had to the books they found. I’m glad I read it.
Sadly, despite the cat on the cover, there were no cats in the library.
Sadly, despite the cat on the cover, there were no cats in the library.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
tea_time's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I love how books come into our lives at certain times. There were several things in this books that I saw in my own life. This book deals with a phase of uncertainty in one's life, the exhaustion that comes with work, and wanting to be more in one's career. This book brings five characters who are in different stages of their lives and the struggles they are facing. The librarian, Sayuri Komachi, seems to know exactly what each of these people need as they cross paths.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia
Moderate: Body shaming
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Pregnancy
rmkg's review against another edition
inspiring
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
This is a special book, about everyday lives and the connections between people. Highly recommended.
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
daniellekat's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
4.75
This was so charming and had me tearing up more than once. A similarly feel-good read as Before the Coffee gets Cold by Kawaguchi, but I found the characters more endearing here (however, I am a library worker so I'm definitely biased). I understand the repetitive aspect of the storytelling but I did find a few points to be overdone. The only thing I really disliked was the focus on Ms. Komachi's size. Overall, a must read for those who believe in the magic of libraries and the power of books.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming and Sexism
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
arturo_luzen's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Fatphobia, Misogyny, and Sexism
Minor: Ableism, Bullying, Fatphobia, Pedophilia, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, and Toxic friendship
jennikreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
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