Reviews

Eidechse by Banana Yoshimoto

lavendermarch's review against another edition

4.0

『とかげ』では、吉本ばななの書き方はいつも通り美しくて儚くて切ないだ。六つ短編小説があって色々な人のロマンスの話ができてた。全部好きなくても読んでよかった。未来によみかしたい。まだ若いので年になってから話の内容がよくわかってくると思う。『とかげ』では、「血と水」や「とかげ」や「大川端奇譚」が好きだった。つまり、この本をおすすめだ。４スターだ。

labinsky's review against another edition

adventurous challenging reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

m4ddy05's review against another edition

3.0

Raccolta di brevi racconti (il più lungo è di circa trenta pagine) accomunati, scrive Yoshimoto, da personaggi "alle soglie di una trasformazione". Ho trovato interessanti e suggestivi un paio di racconti ("Giovani sposi" e "Lucertola") mentre altri non mi hanno lasciato molto e, anche se a distanza di poco tempo, tendo a confonderli tra di loro.

noodlesbooks22's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Perfectly short stories all about youth encounting hope, and the feeling of growing up. I particularly liked Lizard and Strange Tale Down By The River. Fantastic stories about encountering a new life and the challenge and hope that it brings.

dorimiko's review against another edition

hopeful reflective relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

kantontasi's review against another edition

hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

Such odd little stories but I fw them heavy. Love a good read on fate and karma and lives intertwining. 

lapostadineruda's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

memoirsofra's review against another edition

5.0

this book is a collection of short stories that tell about people; their struggles, relationships, and moments of self discovery.

divided into six stories, each with its own unique storyline. even though the language used in this book is quite simple, yoshimoto expressed deep emotions and explores profound meanings, making readers think about the complexities of life. the stories are relatable and depict both the happiness and sadness of everyday life, leaving a lasting impact on readers even after they have finished the book.

if there's one more thing to note, it could be that some stories have a little bit of ambiguity element. some readers might prefer clearer ending, but it doesn't really affect the overall enjoyment of the book.

hussy_for_hardbacks's review against another edition

adventurous emotional reflective

4.5

lucky_cherry's review against another edition

emotional hopeful relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0