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This book is not at all a five star read for me, but a six or more.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Every so often a book lands in your lap at just the right time … Healing, magical, and tender, it reminded me why I love these quiet, reflective stories where regrets can be faced and softened.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'At its core, \u003cstrong\u003ethis is a story about hope\u003c\/strong\u003e and the quiet, transformative power of books—how stories can reach into our everyday lives and bring healing.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Straight away from the first page, we are transported in a Japanese courtyard, and you can feel the peace through the words, taking you away, \u003cstrong\u003elike you are an observer in a Miyazaki animation.\u003c\/strong\u003e' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Gorgeous!!! 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