A review by kendallbehr
The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

dark emotional hopeful slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I cried at the end. I'm glad I pushed through with this book, as the first third to half were difficult to read and stay engaged with. I think mostly because it felt very sad without much resolution. I was also frustrated with Benny needing help and not getting support from the adults in his life. But in the end, I think al the complexity and sadness came together in a good ending.