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227 reviews

あ・さ・ご・は・ん! by たけだみほ

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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

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2.0

Bought, never read, borrowed audio from Libby, 2x speed everything. 
The Dangerous Convenience Store, Vol. 3 by 945

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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