Step into a world where love transcends the ordinary in Open House With Piyush Pandey. This enchanting queer love story follows Rika Horauchi, a lonely museum worker who stumbles into an unusual job: conversing with a statue of Venus in Latin every Monday. Initially hesitant, Rika finds herself captivated by the beauty of this surreal connection, allowing her creativity and heart to flourish.
As Rika leads a double life—spending her weekdays in a frozen-food warehouse and her Mondays in the embrace of an ancient goddess—she discovers a dialogue that transforms her understanding of love, beauty, and self-worth. With witty exchanges and profound insights, Rika and Venus share stories that challenge societal norms and kindle a romantic flame that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy.
However, the whimsical tale takes a turn when the museum’s curator, Hashibami, reveals his intentions to claim Venus for himself. Rika is faced with an emotional dilemma: will she fight for her love or accept the constraints imposed by others?
Open House With Piyush Pandey is not just a love story; it invites readers into a charming, funny, and thought-provoking narrative that explores themes of loneliness, freedom, and how society perceives beauty and women. This fresh spin on relationships confirms Emi Yagi as a voice to watch in contemporary literature, and the translation by Yuki Tejima brilliantly preserves the essence of Yagi's insightful prose.
Prepare to be drawn into Rika's world of dialogue, discovery, and desire—a unique reading experience that truly resonates with the complexities of modern love. Don't miss your chance to own this delightful novel.
