Water Moon

A Novel

De: Samantha Sotto Yambao

Narrado por: Cindy Kay

A woman inherits a pawnshop where you can sell your regrets, and then embarks on a magical quest when a charming young physicist wanders into the shop, in this dreamlike fantasy novel.

“Race through a lush world of pure wonder and romance—kites made of wishes that become stars, origami that holds time in its folds, and a night market in the clouds—in this lovely, cozy fantasy reminiscent of Erin Morgenstern's The Starless Sea.”—Booklist (starred review)

On a backstreet in Tokyo lies a pawnshop, but not everyone can find it. Most will see a cozy ramen restaurant. And only the chosen ones—those who are lost—will find a place to pawn their life choices and deepest regrets.

Hana Ishikawa wakes on her first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner to find it ransacked, the shop’s most precious acquisition stolen, and her father missing. And then into the shop stumbles a charming stranger, quite unlike its other customers, for he offers help instead of seeking it.

Together, they must journey through a mystical world to find Hana’s father and the stolen choice—by way of rain puddles, rides on paper cranes, the bridge between midnight and morning, and a night market in the clouds.

But as they get closer to the truth, Hana must reveal a secret of her own—and risk making a choice that she will never be able to take back.

“Highly recommended . . . Readers who have been swept up in the cozy charm of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi and The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Miye Lee will fall hard for the mix of magical realism, fantasy mystery, and star-crossed romance.”—Library Journal (starred review)

Relationship centered with mythical beings.

Smooth listen full of messages heard by the keen ear. Intrigued by the voice and fluid read.

solid listen

the uniqueness of the story line and world building was good. glad it was a bookclub pick

Folding time and the gift of Choice

I am new to reading fiction and I thoroughly enjoyed this book though towards the end it seemed to be rushed but somehow still dragged along. The themes that run through the book were thought-provoking while also being relatable.

One of the best books I've ever read!

From the very beginning to the very end, this story captured my heart and still won't let it go. It's best if you go in knowing as little as possible. Then you can experience the magic of this book for yourself.

Magically Amazing

What a magical and fantastic story!! I was hooked from the first chapter. I don’t expect the twist and turns. The world the author builds is just incredible. I want to keep diving back into this over and over again!

Dreamy, story-world adventure!

Beautiful, imaginative novel. I felt transported to a Spirited Away-like dream world just on the other side of waking.

Delightful and Thoughtful

Beautifully written and wonderfully told. Very fun escapism. I loved it. Many metaphors and many layers of love to unfold. Highly recommend.

Captivating

The author weaves a beautifully intricate story in a unique fantasy landscape. I appreciate the subtle love story and how the characters develop. The main characters are easy to relate to and appreciate. It was nice to escape into a story that wasn't filled with today's political influence.

Original and Charming

A beautiful love story with twists and turns and much to discover. at times difficult to track all the details, how the mysterious new world works and why certain things are needed. But characters with such heart and the writing is vivid and poetic.

Great world building annoying storytelling

I loved the authors imagination for the world she built but pretty sure she just copied and pasted the same formula for each of the subplots in the rising action. Definitely a great story if you don’t care too much about good writing.