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A review by gfiore11
The Memory Police by Yōko Ogawa
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This book is a surprisingly quiet yet impactful reflection on human existence, relationships, and the material world. The themes and ambiance are the standouts of this book, and you should not read expecting any revaluations or resolutions. Instead, bask in the environment of the novel as it changes and eventually disappears.
Minor: Confinement, Sexual content, Forced institutionalization, Police brutality, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, and Gaslighting