Amrita by Banana Yoshimoto

Amrita

Banana Yoshimoto with Russell F. Wasden (Translator)

366 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism emotional reflective sad slow-paced

Description

A celebrated actress who has died in mysterious and shocking circumstances leaves behind an unconventional extended family that includes an older sister, a woman in her twenties through whose eyes the story unfolds; a young brother who possesses m...

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Community Reviews Summary of 476 reviews

Moods

reflective 82%
emotional 65%
mysterious 50%
sad 32%
hopeful 27%
relaxing 17%
lighthearted 15%
challenging 12%
inspiring 10%
dark 7%
funny 7%
adventurous 5%
tense 2%

Pace

slow 76%
medium 20%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 85% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 19%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 73% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 68% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 17%

Average rating

3.55

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