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chanlo1994's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
fast-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
4.75
I loved Uncle Satoru. He's the family member we all need. A very cozy and wholesome read about finding your purpose in life and family.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity
Moderate: Miscarriage, Terminal illness, and Gaslighting
Minor: Abortion and Death of parent
josisteacup's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, Grief, Abortion, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
heinima's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? No
5.0
Beautiful story. Pleasantly surprised. The themes in the book were emotional but you can connect easily with the characters. Loved it!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, and Grief
nataleaf's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
liked this more than i thought i would in the first third or so. i wish there was more time with the characters, but at the same time i’m not sure if i want to pick up the sequel.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Terminal illness
literelli's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
slow-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage and Terminal illness
miiikowo's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-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
5.0
I adore how the author uses other books and Japanese literature to elude to the changes that are happening within the characters.
This book is definitely going on the reread list, it’s just so comforting and inspiring.
If you want any book to inspire you to read more books, this is it.
This book is definitely going on the reread list, it’s just so comforting and inspiring.
If you want any book to inspire you to read more books, this is it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Terminal illness, and Abortion
theverycraftyvegan's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
“It’s only in secondhand books that you can savour encounters like this, connections that transcend time. And that’s how I learned to love the secondhand bookstore that handled these books, our Morisaki Bookshop. I realized how precious a chance I’d been given, to be a part of that little place, where you can feel the quiet flow of time.”
- Satoshi Yagisawa
This book made me smile so many times. I am an avid reader and I love supporting our local indie new and used bookstore. Wandering the aisles and perusing the shelves for treasures brings me great joy. This book made me feel like I was transported right into the Morisaki Bookshop.
I loved how Takako’s view of her uncle changed as she got to know him better, and I really enjoyed how Takako and her aunt bonded over cooking and eating.
I will definitely be reading the second book.
- Satoshi Yagisawa
This book made me smile so many times. I am an avid reader and I love supporting our local indie new and used bookstore. Wandering the aisles and perusing the shelves for treasures brings me great joy. This book made me feel like I was transported right into the Morisaki Bookshop.
I loved how Takako’s view of her uncle changed as she got to know him better, and I really enjoyed how Takako and her aunt bonded over cooking and eating.
I will definitely be reading the second book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity and Abandonment
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Grief
Minor: Cancer, Child death, Infertility, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, Abortion, and Pregnancy
j_e_nnnn's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-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
2.0
Enjoyed to start with, dragged my way to the end.
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage and Terminal illness
jomarie567's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
I listened to this in a day because I loved it so much. The characters are so well fleshed out. The plot in the first half was stronger than the second half for me but both still were incredible.
The depiction of depression and loneliness hit in such a real way that I cried multiple times throughout this book. The way the characters treat each other with such care and understanding felt healing. It’s just like a giant hug.
My favorite part was by far the depiction of falling in love with reading. That part also made me cry. There is nothing quite like picking up a book and falling into it wholeheartedly. This book perfectly encapsulated that feeling. Plus you get to see so many different people’s relationship with books. Almost all the characters get a moment to share why they love reading which I adored.
The depiction of depression and loneliness hit in such a real way that I cried multiple times throughout this book. The way the characters treat each other with such care and understanding felt healing. It’s just like a giant hug.
My favorite part was by far the depiction of falling in love with reading. That part also made me cry. There is nothing quite like picking up a book and falling into it wholeheartedly. This book perfectly encapsulated that feeling. Plus you get to see so many different people’s relationship with books. Almost all the characters get a moment to share why they love reading which I adored.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Child death, Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Infertility and Suicidal thoughts
frinsreads's review against another edition
3.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage, Terminal illness, and Abortion