Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin is a thought-provoking story about Liz, a 15-year-old who wakes up in the afterlife after a tragic accident. In Elsewhere, people age backward until they are reborn. Liz must come to terms with her new reality, finding purpose and meaning as she navigates this strange and beautiful world.

Setting:
The story is set in the afterlife, a place called Elsewhere, where the dead live out their reversed lives in a peaceful, idyllic community.

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is a powerful story set during World War II, narrated by Death. It follows Liesel, a young girl in Nazi Germany, who finds solace in stealing books and sharing them with others during a time of great hardship. Through her love of words, she forms deep connections and navigates the challenges of war and loss.

Setting:
The story is set in the fictional town of Molching, Germany, during World War II, capturing the struggles and resilience of everyday life under the Nazi regime.

Saga no Gabai Baachan (Saga’s Super Grandma) by Yoshichi Shimada is a heartwarming memoir based on the author’s childhood. It recounts his time living with his grandmother in rural Saga Prefecture, Japan. Despite living in poverty, his grandmother’s wisdom, humor, and positivity taught him valuable life lessons about resilience and finding happiness in simplicity.

Setting:
The story is set in Saga Prefecture, Japan, during the author’s childhood, highlighting the beauty and challenges of rural life in post-war Japan.

佐賀のがばいばあちゃん（島田洋七 著）は、著者の幼少期を基にした心温まる回想録です。戦後の日本で、佐賀県の田舎で祖母と暮らした日々を描いています。貧しい生活の中でも、祖母の知恵とユーモア、そして前向きな生き方を通じて、困難の中でも幸せを見つける力を学びます。

舞台設定:
物語の舞台は佐賀県の田舎で、戦後の日本の農村の生活の美しさと苦労が描かれています。