What You Are Looking for Is in the Library
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A TIME BOOK OF THE YEAR
SHORTLISTED FOR THE JAPAN BOOKSELLERS' AWARD
'An undeniable page-turner.' New York Times
'A tribute to the transformative power of books and libraries.' Irish Times
'I adored this uplifting, hopeful novel.' Daily Mail
The internationally bestselling Japanese novel about the life-changing power of books, kindness and second chances.
What are you looking for?That is the question Tokyo's most enigmatic librarian asks everyone who walks through her doors.
Because Sayuri Komachi is no ordinary librarian.
With an uncanny gift for sensing what people truly need, she recommends exactly the right book, together with a tiny handmade felted charm. At first, her choices seem surprising. Soon, they begin to change lives.
Among those seeking her help are:
Each arrives looking for a book.
Each leaves with hope, fresh possibilities and the courage to begin a new chapter.
Warm, wise and quietly uplifting, WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR IS IN THE LIBRARY is a celebration of books, libraries, kindness and community, and a reminder that sometimes the story you need most is the one you never expected to find.
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Perfect for readers of The Midnight Library, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop and We'll Prescribe You a Cat, and for anyone who believes in the power of the right book at the right time.
'A quirky slice of feel-good fiction that you could recommend to anyone.' Mail on Sunday
*****'I definitely want to visit this library. I feel kinder after this book.' Reader review
*****'It made me laugh and cry and feel comforted.' Reader review
*****'Wonderful. It made me look for connection in my life.' Reader review