ABOUT THIS SERIES

Why read You Can't Live All on Your Own!?

Shuuko, Eika, Misaki, and Shio are roommates and friends making their way in the busy world of Tokyo, Japan!Though they share an apartment and a friendship, each faces her own unique problems. Shuuko is feeling the pressure of those around her getting married and has no idea whether she'll truly be happy on her own for the rest of her life. Eika, a hardworking career woman, wants to prove herself to the judgmental men in her office. Romantic and idealistic Misaki is spurred into action when it turns out her "boyfriend" of two years didn't know she thought they were dating. Nurturing and good-spirited Shio struggles to set a work–life balance while paying her many bills.Join these four roommates as they navigate the biggest question of their late twenties: What does happiness really mean?"You Can’t Live All On Your Own! engages with some prescient contemporary issues through the lens of slice-of-life comedy [and] it’s the social factors of sexism and ageism that really loom large as the antagonist of the series. […] With all those heavy themes, it might surprise you when I describe this first volume as “fun.” […] While it touches on some heavy themes like misogyny and ageism, You Can’t Live All On Your Own!… Domestic orders have a 30-day return period. You can return your books within 30 days of your order date.…

Status

ongoing

Indexed editions

3 records, including 3 standard singles

Age guide

Not rated