A review by twistingsnake
The Nakano Thrift Shop by Hiromi Kawakami

5.0

Absolutely beautiful slice of life novel. The story is so simple in it's presentation, a Japanese thrift store and the interactions that happen within it. The writing is beautiful and each character is so vivid and lifelike each leaving their own distinct impression. I especially was compelled by the romantic subplot, I've never read anything quiet like it before. It managed to be both realistic and special. It took me a few days to work through this one and I was sad to finally have to finish it. I will be reading this one again. 5 stars.