{"product_id":"butter-asako-yuzuki","title":"Butter – Asako Yuzuki","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen a journalist investigates a woman accused of seducing wealthy men with her cooking, she is drawn into a world of indulgence, secrets, and power. \u003cem\u003eButter\u003c\/em\u003e is a provocative exploration of appetite — for food, for love, and for control — that challenges societal expectations of women and desire. Asako Yuzuki's novel is rich, sensual, and psychologically gripping, with prose that lingers long after the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTranslated into English in 2023, this Japanese literary sensation has captivated readers worldwide with its feminist critique, food-as-seduction narrative, and unforgettable characters. Trending among readers who love translated Japanese fiction with depth and edge — perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eConvenience Store Woman\u003c\/em\u003e by Sayaka Murata, \u003cem\u003eKitchen\u003c\/em\u003e by Banana Yoshimoto, and \u003cem\u003eThe Housekeeper and the Professor\u003c\/em\u003e by Yoko Ogawa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoodreads rating: ⭐ 4.0\/5 from 6,000+ ratings. Readers call it \"rich, sensual, and thought-provoking\" — and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA paperback (English translation, 2023) in Like New condition — appears unread, crisp pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jhb Preloved Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45395821101171,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/3357\/6307\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_7de118ac-cf72-41c4-be6d-2be4647ff1c3.jpg?v=1787656217","url":"https:\/\/jhbprelovedbooks.co.za\/products\/butter-asako-yuzuki","provider":"Jhb Preloved Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}