If you've seen this I posted the same on another sub. I thought here I may be able to get some more suggestions!
I'd like recommendations for books that fit this premise:
Books where people's ability to feel joy and happiness has been stolen from them.
And part of it could be someone/a bunch of people go on a quest to bring back joy again. I don't know what that would look like even? I guess many people would be apathetic towards life in general perhaps.
I'd prefer standalone books only. Thank you!
I know it's a movie but I think Klaus fits the theme somewhat. The people in the village are all miserable and then the post guy and Klaus team up and spread cheer through the work that they do.
Also I have already read Momo by Michael Ende.
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