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jayisreading's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
This is an interconnected short story collection that puts a feminist spin on different Japanese folktales and ghost stories. Revolving almost completely around women, Matsuda takes a deep dive to question how women are perceived and upheld to particular standards in Japanese society, often using wit and humor. I do think that this collection will be far more enjoyable for those who are already familiar with the original stories. Even with the brief explanations provided though, I still felt fairly disconnected from (and, thus, not entirely engaged with) most of these stories because I couldn't entirely follow the references being made.
Overall, a quirky collection to read, though a bit hard to work with if you're not familiar with the original material.
Overall, a quirky collection to read, though a bit hard to work with if you're not familiar with the original material.
Moderate: Body shaming, Death, Domestic abuse, and Suicide
Minor: Rape and Sexual harassment
leannanecdote's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Animal death, Body shaming, Bullying, Child death, Chronic illness, Death, Misogyny, Sexism, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, Sexual harassment, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
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