A Libreria Book of the Year 2023
 
Mieko Kawakami's All the Lovers in the Night is a meticulous exploration of female melancholy. It follows thirtysomething Fuyuko Irie, a professional proofreader living in Tokyo and grappling with persistent feelings of loneliness. The tone oscillates between observant and intimate, drawing the reader into the oft-invisible intricacies of self and society.