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shoelace's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence and Emotional abuse
norea999's review against another edition
emotional
funny
fast-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
3.0
The first half nothing happened which of course is to be expected as this book is more of a character study than anything. However in the second half there was a sort of plot, a problem that occurred, the ending felt a bit rushed thought. My main issue was the language though, now as the story is told in the main character’s voice who is really direct (and probs autistic) it makes sense that the writing style would be just as to the point. So definitely not the author’s fault, i guess it’s just my personal preference, just a bit too much tell and not enough show for me. It just felt like I didn’t really get the chance to immerse myself in her world because everything was already spelled out for me/ no reading in between the lines.
Also quick heads up for anyone thinking this will be a super fluffy/quirky/fun read, it is actually quite heavy but relevant in the themes it deals with and can be sad.
Also quick heads up for anyone thinking this will be a super fluffy/quirky/fun read, it is actually quite heavy but relevant in the themes it deals with and can be sad.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Minor: Violence
wordsofclover's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Violence
chemicalvampire's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
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
It is very fascinating to read a book about someone who has no interest in conforming to society's expectations. I think Sayaka Murata did an incredible job making me care about the life of someone who essentially does not have any emotions and only thinks about what is rational to her.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual harassment and Violence
soniaiscool's review against another edition
dark
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-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
just an autistic girl with a special interest in convenience stores
A funny take on prescribed expectations from society
A funny take on prescribed expectations from society
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Violence, Stalking, and Misogyny
alexandrabelze's review against another edition
funny
reflective
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
3.75
i read earthlings before reading this one, so the whole time i was on edge waiting for something crazy to happen, but this was a very mundane (for lack of better word) read. i actually really loved the main character! sayaka murata likes to focus on critiquing society in her novels, which could create an opportunity for redundancy. however, that being said, i would not consider her a redundant author. while both convenience store woman and earthlings paint society as a working system that individuals are supposed to and expected to involve themselves in, the characters in the books have completely different worldviews. i really enjoyed reading this one after having read earthlings. super excited to read her short story collection!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism, Misogyny, and Sexism
Minor: Bullying, Stalking, and Violence
junglejelly's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
5.0
I devoured this book. The writing is just so good and brings the emotions, thoughts and personality of all characters to life so well. This is incredible especially considering it's a short book (~160 pages).
The exploration of what is "normal" in society and how it is self-policied is explored brilliantly. The comparison of social behaviours between Keiko and their friends/family(i.e. the same but seen differently) is done so well, too.
As someone who is neurodiverse, this exploration of societal norms and expectations was so relatable. I also connected with Keiko who I have similar behaviours and thought patterns with. So intentional or not, it was nice to read a positive representation of neurodiversity.
I would highly recommend this perfect book to anyone.
The exploration of what is "normal" in society and how it is self-policied is explored brilliantly. The comparison of social behaviours between Keiko and their friends/family
As someone who is neurodiverse, this exploration of societal norms and expectations was so relatable. I also connected with Keiko who I have similar behaviours and thought patterns with. So intentional or not, it was nice to read a positive representation of neurodiversity.
I would highly recommend this perfect book to anyone.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Misogyny, Sexism, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Stalking and Bullying
applesodaperson's review against another edition
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
This book was short and interesting, I read it in about an hour. I did expect there to be some violence at the end honestly, because it felt like that was what the book was hinting at and leading up to. But yeah, the people in this book really just needed to let the main character do what she wanted instead of trying to force a certain way of living onto her. Also, there is some very clear autistic coding happening with the main character, which I wish was something it went into more specifically.
Read from the BYU library.
Read from the BYU library.
Content Warnings
Minor: Violence
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Acephobia/Arophobia, Misogyny, Sexism, Ableism, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Classism and Stalking
Minor: Rape, Violence, and Animal death
melis_salome's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Minor: Violence