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alexchig's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
The premise of this book is so unusual yet the message is really far-reaching. Just as in The Book of Form and Emptiness, Ruth Ozeki infused the story with so much social commentary that I was left with a lot to think about afterwards. The characters were diverse and complex, with all of them having different outlooks on life largely due to their social and cultural backgrounds. Some moments were extremely traumatic and had me on the verge of tears which I didn't expect due to the rather lighthearted beginning. I listened to the audiobook and found that Ruth narrated in a very engaging way, taking on different voices and accents depending on the character. I'm thoroughly impressed by what I've read from her so far, looking forward to more!
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Miscarriage, Xenophobia, Eating disorder, Misogyny, and Rape
Moderate: Racism
am2ara's review against another edition
Got nauseated when the CEO rapes his wife while screaming at her. There is also a scene much earlier to a similar effect but the rape is unsuccessful.
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Rape, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Abortion and Xenophobia
tiredurbanist's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Graphic: Abortion, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Blood, Cancer, Infertility, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Pregnancy, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, and Xenophobia
allyofshalott's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Rape, Animal cruelty, and Animal death
Moderate: Xenophobia, Miscarriage, Infertility, Grief, Eating disorder, Domestic abuse, and Blood
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