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Die Dichterin und die Masken by Irmela Hijiya-Kirschnereit, Fumiko Enchi
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challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
One of the best books ever written. Enchi Fumiko's allusions to the Tale of Genji and subversion of classic Japanese literary tropes to empower female characters is masterful. This book will leave you thinking long after you've finished it!
Graphic: Infidelity, Mental illness, Rape, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Child death, Death, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Blood, and Abortion
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