The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

The Book of Form and Emptiness

Ruth Ozeki

546 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

After the tragic death of his beloved musician father, fourteen-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 underst...

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Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 73%
sad 56%
hopeful 41%
challenging 40%
dark 34%
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: 73% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 65% | 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: 85% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 1%

Average rating

4.1

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