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kickupthefire's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-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
5.0
This book came at exactly the right time for me. As I was reading, there were so many passages that I wanted to snapshot and remember - it’s so gently positive and uplifting. I feel like I could read this again and again. It was very enjoyable - I read it all in one sitting - and I’ve been left with a warm, happy feeling ever since. It’s like pleasant medicine. It’s a book that reminds you to be kind to yourself but also reminds you there’s a whole wold of possibilities out there. It also highlights the importance and strength in family bonds, and how much of a difference we can make to eachother, sometimes without even realising. Beautiful writing, Beautiful characters. A perfect book in my mind.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage and Terminal illness
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
radhi's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Lovely, heartwarming tale. I think it’s a great depiction of depression and how strong relationships can change your life for the better.
Grief - I can’t believe it ended like that
Bookstore, female protagonist, book references
Bookstore, female protagonist, book references
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
thekristinashow's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
Pretty sure this will get the award for my shortest read of the year, coming in at 147 pages total.
I really enjoyed this translated story, focused on Takako’s journey to finding herself after a bad breakup. From living in her uncle’s used bookstore for a while to her strengthening of relationships with herself, her uncle, and her aunt who has reappeared after 5 years - so many heartwarming takeaways.
If you’re looking for a short, not too heavy read - consider picking this one up.
I really enjoyed this translated story, focused on Takako’s journey to finding herself after a bad breakup. From living in her uncle’s used bookstore for a while to her strengthening of relationships with herself, her uncle, and her aunt who has reappeared after 5 years - so many heartwarming takeaways.
If you’re looking for a short, not too heavy read - consider picking this one up.
Content Warnings
Minor: Medical content, Suicidal thoughts, Miscarriage, and Grief
dw_'s review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-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
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
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