What You Are Looking For Is in the Library - Michiko Aoyama

What You Are Looking For Is in the Library

By Michiko Aoyama

  • Release Date: 2023-09-05
  • Genre: Literary Fiction
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 140 Ratings

Description

For fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold, a charming, internationally bestselling Japanese novel about how the perfect book recommendation can change a readers’ life.

What are you looking for? So asks Tokyo’s most enigmatic librarian. For Sayuri Komachi is able to sense exactly what each visitor to her library is searching for and provide just the book recommendation to help them find it.

A restless retail assistant looks to gain new skills, a mother tries to overcome demotion at work after maternity leave, a conscientious accountant yearns to open an antique store, a recently retired salaryman searches for newfound purpose.

In Komachi’s unique book recommendations they will find just what they need to achieve their dreams. What You Are Looking For Is in the Library is about the magic of libraries and the discovery of connection. This inspirational tale shows how, by listening to our hearts, seizing opportunity and reaching out, we too can fulfill our lifelong dreams. Which book will you recommend?

Reviews

  • Treasure

    5
    By Coco Puff xo
    Truly one of the best books!! I loved it.
  • Inspirational

    5
    By Katcon$1
    Beautifully written.
  • Light, Enjoyable, with Meaning

    4
    By M_Lubo
    While the story lines are mundane, the characters find meaning in the midst of the mundane, and that inspires. Wonderful writing style.