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L'amante giapponese by Isabel Allende, Elena Liverani

1 review

alexism26's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

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

4.5

This book is an amazing translation, it always astonishes me when a translator is able to work the text into something that is as beautifully written as in the original language. This book is a study of love and what it is to truly be loved by the ones around us.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Pedophilia, Sexual violence, and Sexual assault

This book deals with these themes in a way that would be appropriate for young adults. It explains and helps the reader understand the characters traumas in a way that is palpable as well as helpful.