Shousetsu: Tonari no Totoro

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1988
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1 Volume (Complete)

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Explore the enchanting world of Tonari no Totoro, a captivating light novel that revolves around the adventures of two young sisters, Satsuki and Mei, who befriend a magical forest spirit named Totoro. Set in the beautiful countryside of Japan, the novel follows Satsuki's quest to locate her missing sister Mei, leading to encounters with whimsical creatures and mystical beings. With its origins in Japanese literature, Tonari no Totoro belongs to the shounen genre and is tagged as being based on both a popular movie and an anime series, offering readers a delightful blend of fantasy, friendship, and heartwarming storytelling.

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Eleven-year-old Satsuki and her sassy little sister Mei have moved to the country to be closer to their ailing mother. Soon, in the woods behind their spooky old house, Satsuki and Mei discover a forest spirit named Totoro. When Mei goes missing, it’s up to Satsuki to find her sister, and she’ll need help from some new, and magical, friends.

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