A review by sneharatakonda
An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro

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

3.5

Ishiguro is such a master of pacing. This book is about an old Japanese artist who is struggling to live in the post-war country, attempting to reconcile with his past and the part he played in the war.Â