The Waiting Years by Fumiko Enchi

The Waiting Years

Fumiko Enchi with John Bester (Translator)

fiction historical emotional slow-paced

203 pages | first published 1957

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 Fumiko Enchi was one of the most prominent Shōwa-era female writers, known for her explorations of gender, sexuality, and female psychology. The Waiting Years takes place during the Meiji era and follows Tomo, the wife of a government official, w...
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Summary of 143 reviews

Moods

sad 90%
dark 63%
emotional 63%
reflective 54%
challenging 36%
tense 18%
informative 9%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 36%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 77% | A mix: 22%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 44%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

3.85

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