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Die Tage in der Buchhandlung Morisaki by Satoshi Yagisawa
6 reviews
pandemonicbaby's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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? It's complicated
3.5
I enjoyed this book, it was a nice, short and somewhat relaxing read. The prose is very simplistic, without much flourishing, but it did its job nonetheless. I feel like some aspects of the story were rushed, such as her finding a love for books (after the first instance of her reading and loving a book, she just says she read even more later). Some mentions of a regretted abortion that doesn't directly seem like an anti-abortion sentiment, but maybe coild be read as such nonetheless.
Some of the passages felt a little like "men writing women", but not in a sexualising or degrading way, simply in a "doesnt understand relationships between women that much" type of way, which isn't as bad.
Simple plot and story, but overall a nice reading experience !
Some of the passages felt a little like "men writing women", but not in a sexualising or degrading way, simply in a "doesnt understand relationships between women that much" type of way, which isn't as bad.
Simple plot and story, but overall a nice reading experience !
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, and Abortion
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
iaproton's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
sad
Part 1 was quite relaxing after she moved out from the city where her boyfriend was exploiting her.Unfortunately, it tends to skip forward instead of giving more details about the good parts of her forming a friendship and getting on better with the customers in the bookshop,Then there is a bit of conflict with confronting her ex
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Part 2 is a lot more lively in the audiobook with the dialogue with her aunt sounding a bit hyperactive and emotional.
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Part 2 is a lot more lively in the audiobook with the dialogue with her aunt sounding a bit hyperactive and emotional.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Death of parent
kickupthefire's review against another edition
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 against another edition
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: Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, Medical content, and Grief
dw_'s review against another edition
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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