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4.36 AVERAGE
4.36 AVERAGE
emotional
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This book sort of makes its predecessor irrelevant with how much it goes over the original details and expands on the story. I cried at the ending but it was very sweet.
emotional
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Very endearing story! I recommend it for anyone who experienced that special bond with an animal that seems able to read your every feeling. The cat's mannerisms were exactly what I would expect. Plus, I really enjoyed the cultural glimpses I got into Japanese thought since this book was translated into English.
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
emotional
reflective
sad
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This one came recommended by my friend Hali as Japan prep. I think you probably need to be an animal person to fully enjoy it. That being said, I'm more of a dog person who still appreciates cats, and I thought this book was adorable. The narrator is the cat Nana. I've never had my own cat, but Nana's voice feels accurate to what I know of cats - opinionated, at times indignant, not overly prone to pleasing others, but also curious and protective of his human. Most of the structure of this novel is a journey as Nana's human visits people from throughout his life, and his journey comes to a conclusive close at the end of the novel. I don't think this novel breaks any new ground but it does feel true. I'd recommend for anyone who has ever loved a pet. 4/5
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No