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funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Misogyny, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Acephobia/Arophobia
Minor: Animal death, Infidelity, Stalking, Alcohol
challenging
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Add this to the list of reasons why you should read translated fiction more often. This is a fantastic novella exploring the value of ultimately deciding your own pathway, especially when it directly defies the seeming dichotomy of society's plans for us: marriage and career. Supposedly having one or the other, or both, certifies a person as normal. But there are aspirations beyond this that are individual to the person, and of which society struggles to understand. For such a short read, Murata manages to contrast responses to outsiders who reject the pillars of marriage and career. It is thought provoking without being pretentious.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Stalking
Minor: Infidelity, Rape
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Minor: Chronic illness, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship