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dragonfiddler's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
Minor: Sexism
smilegguk's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
relaxing
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I am honestly so done by the cucumbers.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Addiction, Misogyny, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Sexism, Sexual violence, Suicide, Xenophobia, and Stalking
sedgewren's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
This was my first Murakami novel, having picked it up in a charity shop. I went in without any expectations, and I was enthralled by his beautiful use of words, his metaphors that perfectly captured what it felt like to be lonely/lost/confused/nostalgic etc. I recognise that Murakami is renowned for his surrealist writing, weaving mysterious magical elements into the characters' familiar and relatable everyday lives. However, I still felt very bewildered towards the end - I guess the whole point is to make the reader reflect on the uncertainty of life, but I prefer books that have a conclusive ending. That's my own personal taste - the only way to find out if you might like this book is to read it! I'll definitely pick up more Murakami in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Misogyny and Sexism
miniliterarium's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexism