5/5 🌟 Thank you Granta Books and @NetGalley for the arc. I will never ever pass up on the opportunity to read a book from Sayaka Murata, one of my favourite authors. Once again I absolutely loved another of her books. This was a fairly short read, focused on Amane who is growing up in a world where babies are conceived by artificial insemination, and marriage is sexless and mostly loveless. All while husbands and wives have lovers outside of the martial home. Conceiving via sexual intercourse is considered dirty, and the world has changed massively in terms of relationships and the definition of family. As usual Sayaka touches upon things happening in the real world (same sex marriages, modern youth culture, platonic relationships and chosen family) in her unique way and leaves you reading such an intriguing story that you'll end up devouring it over 1-2 sittings. I found myself questioning my own relationships with friends and family, and had a think about what the future might hold. Not only this but the book is full of loveable characters, funny moments, and thought provoking feelings. Immediately into my top books of all time. Cannot wait to reread this one! #bookrecommendations #bookquotes #bookreview #sayakamurata #readersoftiktok #booktok