by Sayaka Murata
Published 2018
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...
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Top voices for narrating this book
Female · Young · Character · Anime · Middle-Aged · Narration · +6 more
“Professional and measured, this voice suits Keiko's detached, matter-of-fact observation of the world.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Neutral
“The neutral tone and measured pacing of this voice align perfectly with Keiko's calm, observant nature.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“This calm, articulate quality lends itself well to the protagonist's precise and unique perspective on societal norms.”
Indian · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“A deep, resonant quality in the delivery reflects Keiko's thoughtful interiority and stable presence.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Classy
“With its soft, clear delivery, this voice captures the pleasant yet objective quality of Keiko's narration.”
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A disgruntled former convenience store employee who holds misogynistic views and relies on Keiko. His voice is likely whiny, self-pitying, and somewhat aggressive.
Female · Male · Young · Middle-Aged · Old · Character-Voice · +11 more
“This raspy, intense voice is ideal for capturing Shiraha's disgruntled, aggressive demeanor.”
Male · Old · Narration · Deep · Raspy · Calm · +3 more
“The gravelly quality here conveys a weary resentment, perfect for a self-pitying antagonist.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Mature
“Its conversational low tone can build subtle tension, fitting Shiraha's whiny and irritating disposition.”
Keiko's current manager at the convenience store. A professional and generally pleasant voice, representing the structured world of the store.
Male · Middle-Aged · Medium · Clear · Crisp · Smooth · +8 more
“This clear, professional voice embodies the structured world of the convenience store and the manager's calm leadership.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Educational · Narration · Deep · Serious · +3 more
“A measured delivery and deep tone perfectly convey the manager's serious and experienced approach to his role.”
Received Pronunciation · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Confident
“The warm baritone, paired with a conversational rhythm, creates an approachable yet professional sound for this supporting character.”
Male · Young · Narration · Deep · Smooth · Calm · +3 more
“With a smooth, deep presence, this voice projects a quiet professionalism suitable for Keiko's direct supervisor.”
Keiko's sister, who expresses concern and societal expectations regarding Keiko's life choices. Her voice is well-meaning but often laced with worry or mild judgment.
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Kelly's empathetic warmth and slight emotional quiver perfectly express the sister's well-meaning concern.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“The calm articulation and empathetic warmth of this voice suit a gentle, serious sibling expressing worry.”
Irish · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Louise's sincere, heartfelt delivery resonates with the sister's genuine, if sometimes judgmental, care for Keiko.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Serious
“This voice's smooth, controlled intensity could convey a subtly worried or mildly disapproving sibling.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Jasmine's warm, conversational tone could portray a younger, gentle sister, expressing concern with soft approachability.”
A fellow long-term employee at the convenience store, a reliable and somewhat weary presence. His voice is steady and experienced.
Male · Old · Narration · Deep · Calm · Measured · +3 more
“The deep, serious tone and measured pace of this voice evoke the steady and experienced presence of a long-term employee.”
Male · Old · Narration · Deep · Calm · Measured · +3 more
“Conveying quiet wisdom, this reflective voice is fitting for Mizuhara's calm and long-standing presence at the store.”