A review by sweetbean
The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka

emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I don't use 5 stars often. But I don't cry in books often. The way this book is written is very...poetic, and has a unique way of making you see the perspectives of everyone involved in a new and utterly heartbreaking way. Tell your loved ones you love them and do the thing you've always wanted to do now.
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