The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

The Book of Form and Emptiness

Ruth Ozeki with Kerry Shale (Narrator), Ruth Ozeki (Narrator)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism emotional reflective sad medium-paced

18 hours, 50 minutes | first published 2021

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One year after the death of his beloved musician father, thirteen-year-old Benny Oh begins to hear voices. The voices belong to the things in his house—a sneaker, a broken Christmas ornament, a piece of wilted lettuce. Although Benny doesn't under...
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Summary of 2025 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 72%
sad 55%
hopeful 41%
challenging 40%
dark 35%
inspiring 21%
mysterious 20%
funny 13%
adventurous 12%
tense 12%
informative 7%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 44%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 72% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 1%

Average rating

4.1

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