167 pages • missing pub info (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: 18 June 2023
Description
A bold foray into new literary territory, Kawakami’s novel is told in the voice of a 14-year-old student subjected to relentless torment for having a lazy eye. Instead of resisting, the boy chooses to suffer in complete resignation. The only perso...
Community Reviews Summary of 24 reviews
Moods
emotional 81%
sad 72%
tense 45%
challenging 36%
reflective 27%
hopeful 18%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 9%
Pace
fast 33%
slow 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 71% | A mix: 28%Strong character development?
Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Loveable characters?
Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | No: 16%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Bullying, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughtsModerate
Mental illness, Blood, GriefMinor
Sexual content167 pages • missing pub info (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: 18 June 2023
Description
A bold foray into new literary territory, Kawakami’s novel is told in the voice of a 14-year-old student subjected to relentless torment for having a lazy eye. Instead of resisting, the boy chooses to suffer in complete resignation. The only perso...
Community Reviews Summary of 24 reviews
Moods
emotional 81%
sad 72%
tense 45%
challenging 36%
reflective 27%
hopeful 18%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 9%
Pace
fast 33%
slow 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 71% | A mix: 28%Strong character development?
Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Loveable characters?
Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | No: 16%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Bullying, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughtsModerate
Mental illness, Blood, GriefMinor
Sexual content