MORE DAYS AT THE MORISAKI BOOKSHOP
𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐀𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐢 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩
𝐁𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐢 𝐘𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐰𝐚
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬
𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤:𝟏𝟕𝟔
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝: 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐞: 𝐅𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
We return to find Takako, our protagonist from the first book, in a much better place. No longer the heartbroken, directionless young woman seeking refuge above her uncle's shop, she's now confidently pursuing a career in design while still lending a hand at the Morisaki Bookshop. Her relationship with books has deepened, and it's a joy to see her enthusiasm for literature blossom. In addition, Takako has entered a new romantic relationship, which brings another layer of growth and happiness to her life. But the real heart of this story belongs to Takako's aunt and uncle, Momoko and Satoru.
There's Sabu, the garrulous regular customer whose mysterious occupation remains a running joke. Tomo, the shy librarian with a painful past, adds depth to the story as she struggles to open her heart. And let's not forget Takano, the awkward but earnest coffee shop employee pining for Tomo's affection. These characters, along with a host of eccentric book collectors and fellow shopkeepers, create a rich tapestry of life in Jimbocho. Their interactions are by turns funny, touching, and thought-provoking. These are just regular people with regular lives, but with genuine love, connection, and everyday joys and sorrows. Then, a few things happen that shatter Takako's sense of security and peace, so the last part of the book becomes an emotional rollercoaster that I didn't expect to impact me so deeply. Well, that's life for you, you never know what's next.
The language is easy, and the narration is excellent, like the 1st book. You will feel the same vibes as the first book. Some readers may find it a bit slow, as we are already familiar with certain parts due to the previous book. I found the "Days at Morisaki Bookshop" more cosy than this one. I recommend this book to all Japanese cosy story lovers. Readers who enjoyed the "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" series and "The Kamogawa Food Detectives" series may also enjoy this one.
My Rating: 3.5/5
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