The Book of Human Insects by Osamu Tezuka

The Book of Human Insects

Osamu Tezuka

364 pages first pub 1970 (editions)

fiction manga mystery dark fast-paced

Description

Toshiko Tomura is a genius; the darling of the intelligentsia. A modern-day Michelangelo, this twenty year-old is already an established international stage actress, an up-and-coming architect, and the next recipient of the prestigious Akutagawa P...

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Community Reviews Summary of 133 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 77%
tense 55%
reflective 33%
challenging 22%
adventurous 11%
emotional 11%
funny 11%
sad 11%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 37%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 42% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.43

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