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A review by litprof
The Memory Police by Yōko Ogawa
dark
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
Cleverly conceived and thought-provoking premise that invites consideration of how easily we accept shocking new realities; poignantly written to draw the reader into the horrifying speculative island. Still relevant, almost 20 years after publication.
Moderate: Police brutality