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227 reviews
あ・さ・ご・は・ん! by たけだみほ
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
5.0
Perfect for Japanese language learner adults as it is for children, also learned how to cook another simple meal.
How to Stop Time by Matt Haig
2.0
Bought, never read, borrowed audio from Libby, 2x speed everything.
The Dangerous Convenience Store, Vol. 3 by 945
emotional
hopeful
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? Yes
5.0
The Dangerous Convenience Store, Vol. 2 by 945
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Lonesome Bodybuilder: Stories by Yukiko Motoya
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
This was a lot of “what the f*ck did I just listen to?” I liken this to goosebumps or maybe I’m desensitize having consumed Japanese pop media that has the same left field stuff. I can’t say I gained but I also can’t say I wasn’t that disinterested. Sometimes I did zone out, but I didn’t feel bad about it because I dont feel I missed anything because it was weird anyway.
The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times by Michelle Obama
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Once again, an engaging and empowering voice in changing and challenging times. I may not connect with specific events, but I do connect with the raw and realness of each chapter. It reaffirms sitting in the imperfection.
Tokyo Ueno Station by Yu Miri
dark
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It certainly taught me moments in recent Japanese history with the emperor.
チェンソーマン 12 by Tatsuki Fujimoto, Tatsuki Fujimoto
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
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