![]() This short but sweet novel is a celebration of those who endure a distinct feeling of differentness from others. The novel follows Keiko’s attempts to lead a more normal life, including mimicking the mannerisms of people around her and entering a fake relationship with a colleague to fend off concern from her family and friends. But pressure is mounting from family and friends for Keiko to conform to society by finding a husband and a “real” career. Despite being thirty-six, unmarried and childless, Keiko is happy. Keiko has never really fit in but has found her place in society as a part time convenience store worker, a menial job she has worked for the past eighteen years. ![]() ![]() I enjoyed getting to know Keiko, the titular character of Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata. ![]()
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