A Riot of Goldfish by Kanoko Okamoto

A Riot of Goldfish

Kanoko Okamoto with J. Keith Vincent (Translator), David Mitchell (Contributor)

113 pages first pub 1937 (editions)

fiction short stories lighthearted reflective slow-paced

Description

In early 20th-century Japan, the son of lower-class goldfish sellers falls in love with the beautiful daughter of his rich patron. After he is sent away to study the science of goldfish breeding, with strict orders to return and make his patron's ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 149 reviews

Moods

reflective 81%
sad 37%
inspiring 25%
relaxing 25%
challenging 18%
emotional 18%
hopeful 18%
adventurous 12%
lighthearted 12%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 33%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 77% | A mix: 11% | N/A: 5% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 41% | No: 8%

Average rating

3.49

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