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  • Convenience Store Woman

  • Written by: Sayaka Murata
  • Narrated by: Nancy Wu
  • Length: 3 hrs and 21 mins
  • 4.1 out of 5 stars (142 ratings)

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Convenience Store Woman

Written by: Sayaka Murata
Narrated by: Nancy Wu
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Publisher's Summary

Meet Keiko. Keiko is 36 years old. She's never had a boyfriend, and she's been working in the same supermarket for eighteen years. Keiko's family wishes she'd get a proper job. Her friends wonder why she won't get married. But Keiko knows what makes her happy, and she's not going to let anyone come between her and her convenience store.

©2020 Sayaka Murata (P)2019 Sayaka Murata

Critic Reviews

Witty, wily, and astonishingly sharp.

-- Lisa McInerney, author of "The Glorious Heresies"

An exhilaratingly weird and funny Japanese novel. Unsettling and totally unpredictable.

-- Sally Rooney

A haunting, dark, and often hilarious take on society's expectations of the single woman.

-- Elif Batuman, author of "The Idiot"

[A] short, deadpan gem... This is a true original.

-- Stephanie Cross, Daily Mail 

A sure-fire hit of the summer... quirky [and] profound.

-- Irish Times 

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The road less traveled

Society has a way of accepting only those who fit the herd mentality. This book is about owning up and being who you are irrespective of the consequences. It's an uplifting book, I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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A unique insight

I really enjoyed this book. I loved getting that nuance about the art, science and soul that goes into running a convenience store. Keiko is a loveable - albeit frustrating - character. You root for her, but can’t help being annoyed with her for some of the whacky decisions she takes.
Shiraha - the resident incel - really gets on your nerves.
This book was also a powerful introduction into the way patriarchy functions and expresses itself in Japan.
I didn’t find this book super weird, it was actually lovely listening about the life of a store worker - someone who many of us may not give too much thought to. The narrator has done a fine job - very clear narration. The translation is also smooth and powerful.

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Strange and phenomenal story

A quirky tale of a woman whose life’s mission and purpose is to be a convenience store worker. An indictment of Japanese (and Asian) cultures which value marriage and motherhood over career; and even only particular types of careers over others. A strange and phenomenal tale of being yourself against all odds and against society’s harsh judgments. Performance on audible is truly fantastic. A memorable read!

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Underwhelming story

Interesting premises with a unique character and setting, yet the journey and wasn't satisfying. By the time it felt like there is final a revelation and the beginning of the characters development that the book ended. I guess expected something more from the blurb. It felt like it could've shown how women are choosing to be more independent and self relient in this day and age. Unfortunately it doesn't ...

I'm giving it 3 stars after reviewing so harshly since atleast it was an okay read.

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One of my favs now

Loved the story and the narration. It’s simple though thought provoking. Must read for everyone in my opinion.

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Simple yet impactfut

This books shows how a mundane life to someone can be the best possible life for others, in which they are actually happy and satisfied. How one's comfort and likeness matters over societies pressures. And how a simple life can be lived and enjoyed if that's the best thing which you choose or get choosen from.

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Loved it

An unique and strangely engrossing story. Finding solace in the monotony and uniformity. Beautifully written and performed. ❤️

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hits different

the performance is perfect, and the book itself is something truly unique. it's a very good anti-protagonist syndrome book.

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People's Prejudice

Narrator is good. Story is also interesting about a common woman and how society has stereotyped everything. Short but well written story.

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Light read and quick to finish!

An easy quick light read! Perfect for listening on Audible while on the go

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