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The Miracles of the Namiya General Store Hardcover – September 24, 2019

by Keigo Higashino (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 950 ratings
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When three delinquents hole up in an abandoned general store after their most recent robbery, to their great surprise, a letter drops through the mail slot in the store's shutter. This seemingly simple request for advice sets the trio on a journey of discovery as, over the course of a single night, they step into the role of the kindhearted former shopkeeper who devoted his waning years to offering thoughtful counsel to his correspondents. Through the lens of time, they share insight with those seeking guidance, and by morning, none of their lives will ever be the same.




By acclaimed author Keigo Higashino, The Miracles of the Namiya General Store is a work that has touched the hearts of readers around the world.
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  1. Print length
    320 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Yen On
  4. Publication date
    September 24, 2019
  5. Grade level
    11 and up
  6. Reading age
    16 years and up
  7. Dimensions
    5.38 x 1.13 x 8 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    1975382579
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1975382575
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"This international best-seller smoothly anglophoned by award-winning Bett is quite the timely charmer."―Terry Hong, Booklist

"More than a time travel mystery, the story is a rather earnest tale of human decision-making, and the author is adept at drawing an emotional response from readers. Inventive and always surprising, this book is easy to get drawn into and difficult to put down."―Kirkus Reviews

"Those used to Higashino's more high-octane plots will discover a new side to the author in this satisfying outing."―Publisher's Weekly

About the Author

Keigo Higashino is one of the most prolific and successful authors working in Japan today, with numerous awards to his credit, including the Mystery Writers of Japan Award and the Naoki Prize. His Detective Galileo series is published in English by Minotaur Books, and the translation of The Devotion of Suspect X was nominated for an Edgar Award.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Yen On (September 24, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1975382579
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1975382575
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 16 years and up
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 11 and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.38 x 1.13 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 950 ratings

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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I have become very fond of translations of Japanese novels. This book does not disappoint.This Miracles of the Namiya General Store does have some fantasy which is the kind I wish could be true. No monsters or other worlds involved. Just people who could be real and time that doesn't follow a straight line.At first, the stories in this book don't seem to be connected, but gradually we start learning that these stories aren't random.This book is a little mysterious, a little dreamy, and has a store with an owner you wish could be in your town. An experience not a read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming and Clever
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2023
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I found this very enjoyable. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I liked the writing and the message. At first, I thought how everything was tied together was too obvious, but it wasn’t. The writing and story telling were very clever.
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Huy Q Ly
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm not crying you're crying
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2019
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In seriousness, I didn't really all out cry but there were a few moments in this book that brought me to the verge of tears. But they're touching, inspirational, moving happy tears, not sad depressive misery tears.

The plot is really well thought out, the writing is very tight. I've read a few other Keigo Higashino books before but they were all detective crime novels. This is the first book he wrote that is is not a murder-mystery (that I know of). I read it over the course of a few days but if I could've probably read it in one sitting if I had 5 to 6 hours to spare. It's a short book.

My wife actually read this first in Chinese, and she was positively glowing after she finished it. I've been eagerly waiting for this to be translated to English for a few years now! Worth the wait!

Note: Do NOT watch the Chinese movie version of this book before reading it. It kinda missed the tone of the novel but will spoil you with all the major plot points that it might ruin your enjoyment of this story. I really wish I hadn't watched the movie first.
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Serena
4.0 out of 5 stars A Joy!
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2020
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I have become very fond of translations of Japanese novels. This book does not disappoint.

This Miracles of the Namiya General Store does have some fantasy which is the kind I wish could be true. No monsters or other worlds involved. Just people who could be real and time that doesn't follow a straight line.

At first, the stories in this book don't seem to be connected, but gradually we start learning that these stories aren't random.

This book is a little mysterious, a little dreamy, and has a store with an owner you wish could be in your town. An experience not a read.
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Serena
4.0 out of 5 stars A Joy!
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2020
I have become very fond of translations of Japanese novels. This book does not disappoint.

This Miracles of the Namiya General Store does have some fantasy which is the kind I wish could be true. No monsters or other worlds involved. Just people who could be real and time that doesn't follow a straight line.

At first, the stories in this book don't seem to be connected, but gradually we start learning that these stories aren't random.

This book is a little mysterious, a little dreamy, and has a store with an owner you wish could be in your town. An experience not a read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good!
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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I like the way the author bring you back and forth between different eras. I also like the ending where one may decide how or where the connection between the Store and the House.
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Paris Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars A captivating tale from a brilliant writer.
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2020
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A captivating and heart warming tale from the masterful Higashino, Although a departure from his extra crime novels, this is a fascinating and spiritual exploration of the human spirit and the values which bind us in today’s disconnected world. Although painted on a surreal canvas, Higashino quickly draws the reader into the complex and remarkable story as he always does. Part fantasy and part morality tale, this is indeed a “Miracle”.
Bravo, Higashino.
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C.L.
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautifully crafted book
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2019
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I know Keigo Higashino as a writer of mystery and suspense novels, and this is neither. But I feel very fortunate to have been able to read this story in translation; it's a wonderful book, and something special among Higashino's works.

The translation was well-written with the exception of a couple of typos I noticed. I hope the publisher will read this review and fix them in a future update, because a book this good deserves no less:

1. Nothing good WITH come of it.

2. She couldn't bet her livelihood ONE the likes of...
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Steve
3.0 out of 5 stars Generally enjoyed the book but it read like a young adult novel
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2020
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This is a very original story, unlike anything else I've read. I generally liked it, but I thought it read like a young adult novel. I've found this author's detective novels to be better written. I'd rate the book a 3.5 out of 5.
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Kristin
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute Story
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2019
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I just love this story. I don't want to spoil anything because I read it without knowing anything and I don't want to take that away from anyone.

I'll just say this. It got somewhat boring in the middle and I struggled to continue reading, but I'm so glad I did. The story is meant to be digested as a whole. You don't fully understand the beginning until you get to the end. It's also not believable and it's not meant to be. So, if you read it, try to keep your mind as open as possible.
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Grizzu
5.0 out of 5 stars I liked it a lot
Reviewed in Mexico on February 16, 2024
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I originally wanted to read it bc of svt wonwoo but I loved the book in the end
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Sumit
5.0 out of 5 stars human to human, heart to heart
Reviewed in India on August 17, 2023
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The characters have so much to offer. The author ad to himself think and believe in the thought processes to endow characters with personalities that are logical and humane. For me it was not a story but a journey. It talked of ideas that i read in my Hindu scriptures.
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Kerri
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommend.
Reviewed in Canada on September 21, 2020
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This is probably one of my most favorite books. It is beautifully written, feel good type of books.
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Derek
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2021
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I love Keigo Higashino, for many reasons, but this book brings one thing he does extremely well to the very fore - weaving a novel out of short stories.
This book is a series of stories, of people facing everyday (and extraordinary) problems, he draws them together with a seemingly innocent little shop.
The novel is a masterwork of twists and turns, I enjoyed every minute of it - even the ending, bittersweet and unfinished as it is, is perfect.

Please read this book
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Adrián
5.0 out of 5 stars Un buzón conecta el pasado y presente.
Reviewed in Spain on August 17, 2020
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Una gran obra sobre las relaciones que nos unen a las personas y algo de magia de por medio.
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