The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
noelia28's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Misogyny, and Fatphobia
This is a very clear example of Japanese literature. It is all in the details. You will not find grand actions but small changes, a butterfly effect, which more similar to what life is actually like. A different array of characters and situations. Perfect translation.strrygo's review against another edition
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
3.75
sweetheart book, just so kind
another addition to the lovely parallel lines(but they meet) story collection
another addition to the lovely parallel lines(but they meet) story collection
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism and Fatphobia
rawsfaze's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Fatphobia, Pregnancy, and Sexism
craftysnailtail'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
4.25
A light and reflective read that I found quite enjoyable. It leaves you with a sense of hope about everyday life. I especially appreciate how each story wasn't wrapped up absolutely perfectly at the end. There was enough there to suggest each character was on a new and more fulfilling path, but it wasn't like the author wanted everything to end exactly as predicted with no loose ends. The point is that there is space for growth at the end of each story, and I found this refreshing. Each character was unique and I felt connected to them all in different ways. Overall, a relatively quick and relaxing read. The perfect book for a time when it's tricky to follow a longer novel and you're in a headspace that can't handle anything other than lighthearted.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Ableism
pia_h's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is a hommage to reading and the importance of books and libraries. In five stories the author shows how reading books recommended by a librarian can change people's attitudes towards life and their behaviour. Each story has a different lesson / philosophical insight. I enjoyed the collection and seeing some characters from the first few stories popping up in later ones.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Pedophilia
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