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srm's review against another edition
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A disturbing, fascinating, and brilliantly written account of an ill young acolyte at Japan's most famous temple in the years following WWII.
Moderate: Death, Mental illness, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Infidelity, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Pregnancy
piapoyopi's review against another edition
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Violence, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Incest