A small shop overlooking the sea
A small shop overlooking the sea
Return Policy
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Return period:
You have 14 days from the date of receipt to request a return of the books.
Basic requirements:
- The book must be returned in its original, brand-new condition (unread, with its original cover intact, and free from any marks or damage).
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Free returns (at our expense):
- If there is a defect in the manufacturing or printing (missing or duplicate pages).
- If we send you the wrong book or it is damaged during shipping.
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🇳🇱 Delivery within the Netherlands
- Delivery time: 2 to 4 business days.
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- Delivery time: 3 to 8 business days.
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About the book
Basic specifications
| Author | Sonoko Machida |
| Publishing House | House of Books |
| Year of publication | 2025 |
| Number of pages | 404 pages |
| Dimensions | 21 x 14 cm |
| the weight | 470 g |
| Literary genre | Japanese novel / Contemporary humanistic literature |
About the book
The novel "A Small Shop by the Sea" revolves around a quiet shop located near the coast, which transforms into a warm, human space where people meet, each carrying their own wounds and questions. Heartwarming warmth from the world's bestselling novel. In a quiet coastal town called Mojico, little secrets await discovery. At the heart of this charming town lies a small, seemingly ordinary shop that operates around the clock, yet it holds within it a world of extraordinary stories. What sets this shop apart isn't just its shelves overflowing with fragrant coffee, chilled pastries, and mouthwatering fried chicken, but also the warmth emanating from its ever-present lights and the staff who know their customers' names by heart. Even the manager, with his charismatic personality, has his own dedicated fan club! This novel, which has captivated readers worldwide, is the creation of the acclaimed Japanese author Sonoko Machida, a multi-award winner. Its pages take you on a journey filled with warmth and surprises, revealing that some ordinary places hold extraordinary stories within their depths!
