The Convenience Store by the Sea

'If you loved Before The Coffee Gets Cold you will love this!''Really lovely and heart warming. A cosy read''A perfect, feel-good story about finding joy in unexpected connections, ideal for those who love a cosy, heartwarming escape!'Welcome to Tenderness!A quaint seaside town in Kitakyushu, Mojiko is full of hidden delights. And one unexpected treasure is the 24/7 convenience store, Tenderness.At first glance, it's a store like any other.Sure, it's a bit odd that the handsome manager has his own fan club. And perhaps the customers are somewhat eccentric. But there's a warmth about Tenderness that draws you in.The bright lights are always on. The employees know you by name. And the shelves are stacked with delicious treats, from strong hot coffee to sweet parfaits, egg sandos to ramen, crispy fried chicken to refreshing soba.The Convenience Store by the Sea is the heartwarming international bestseller from award-winning Japanese novelist Sonoko Machida.