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Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

62 reviews

owie_jowie's review against another edition

reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

her life is sad, but not in a ‘get a real job, find a partner, etc.’ (like in the book) but in a ‘wow her only source of happiness and fulfillment is a convenience store’

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Content Warnings

Minor: Rape

magickshop's review against another edition

informative reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Ableism

Minor: Rape

serendipity421's review against another edition

funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Acephobia/Arophobia, Body shaming, Bullying, Classism, Gaslighting, Misogyny, Sexism, Toxic friendship, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Stalking

Minor: Rape

ophycore's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Acephobia/Arophobia, Misogyny, Sexism, Ableism, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Classism and Stalking

Minor: Rape, Violence, and Animal death

shelvesofivy's review against another edition

dark reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Misogyny, Sexism, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Sexual harassment and Bullying

Minor: Rape and Animal death

intrusive thoughts

bri__'s review against another edition

inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I wasn't sure what to expect when starting this book but I enjoyed it. It's a light read and it really provoked me to think. I found the concept of the story interesting at times and admired the main character's self awareness. I believe this is the first translated book that I've read, I'll be sure to check out some more. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Misogyny, Pregnancy, Classism, and Stalking

Minor: Rape and Sexual harassment

dexlud's review

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Convenience Store Woman is a fantastic book by Sayaka Murata, and an excellent read and introduction to her work! I loved this book and the way she made Shiraha such a detestable character so well! I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to get into translated fiction! The book has such a wholesome and hopeful vibe that really emphasises Keiko's loneliness throughout.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Acephobia/Arophobia, Confinement, and Cultural appropriation

Moderate: Pregnancy

Minor: Rape

lovelylilelle's review against another edition

lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic relationship, Ableism, and Sexism

Minor: Rape and Stalking

luckyonesoph's review

lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Very no-plot-just-vibes. Keiko (and her story) make some interesting points about the role of employees under capitalism and societal norms and expectations for women, but the misogyny of one if the main characters made it annoying to read at some parts. But, it was short and fast-paced enough that I read it in one sitting, so I can’t complain. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Misogyny

Moderate: Sexual harassment

Minor: Sexual violence, Violence, and Rape

violettiaras's review against another edition

funny reflective relaxing sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Misogyny

Minor: Stalking, Sexual harassment, Rape, and Sexual assault