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the_sunken_library's review against another edition
5.0
A subtle, touching and irrevocably beautiful little book about the tenous love that blossoms after the chance meeting of a student and her teacher over warm sake and bar snacks.
This tale is sensitively told, theres nothing graphic or sleazy about the relationship that developes. Its an honest and stark reflection of Japanese society while also being a window into the minds of two very normal individuals who form a bond that deftly ignores the waning years between them. Its not rushed, its not forced, it just is and what is is wonderful, even right up until the inevitable ending.
This tale is sensitively told, theres nothing graphic or sleazy about the relationship that developes. Its an honest and stark reflection of Japanese society while also being a window into the minds of two very normal individuals who form a bond that deftly ignores the waning years between them. Its not rushed, its not forced, it just is and what is is wonderful, even right up until the inevitable ending.
shuheda's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
2.0
nerv_atz's review against another edition
4.0
I am amazed at how many Japanese authors can write a story with not a lot of plot going on but still makes you feel empty.
oxnard_montalvo's review against another edition
3.0
A very quiet tale. Our protagonists go out drinking and don't talk about their feelings. Ever.
I'd say this is a story of cautious love. Love forming uncertainly, tentatively and tenderly. Not a lot of action, kids. A story of the mundane. Hard to really put inot words but it's rather bittersweetly frustrating. I would have liked a little more than what I got. Sensei didn't feel complete. Although there are moment he is almost there, and a lovely sequence in a seaside inn.
I'd say this is a story of cautious love. Love forming uncertainly, tentatively and tenderly. Not a lot of action, kids. A story of the mundane. Hard to really put inot words but it's rather bittersweetly frustrating. I would have liked a little more than what I got. Sensei didn't feel complete. Although there are moment he is almost there, and a lovely sequence in a seaside inn.
ellionora's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Death
merylcrdr's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
johnhodges's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
jet747's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
tiredreaper's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0