Japan Sinks by Sakyo Komatsu

Japan Sinks

Sakyo Komatsu with Michael Gallagher (Translator)

192 pages first pub 1973 (editions)

fiction science fiction challenging mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

A chillingly realistic work of science fiction. ― The New York Times. After dropping anchor for the night near a small island to the south of Japan, a crew of fishermen awaken to find that the island has vanished without a trace. An investigating ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 53 reviews

Moods

reflective 75%
sad 75%
emotional 50%
informative 50%
tense 50%
adventurous 25%
dark 25%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.3

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