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jinmichae's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I just really enjoyed this book.
It was satisfying to keep reading to find all the pieces and how they fit together throughout the narrative, and to learn more about the characters. I liked the different expressions of love and friendship, the hint of something that lasts beyond death, and the exploration of what it means to grow old.
It was satisfying to keep reading to find all the pieces and how they fit together throughout the narrative, and to learn more about the characters. I liked the different expressions of love and friendship, the hint of something that lasts beyond death, and the exploration of what it means to grow old.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Trafficking, War, Xenophobia, Confinement, and Terminal illness
Moderate: Antisemitism, Pedophilia, Death of parent, Dementia, Stalking, Death, Genocide, Animal death, Abortion, Alcohol, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Infidelity, Grief, Rape, Pregnancy, and Abandonment
Minor: Alcoholism, Vomit, Islamophobia, Deportation, Car accident, Alcohol, and Sexual assault
bookishplantmom's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.0
This was absolutely beautifully written. The story is multilayered and intricately woven. I learned a lot and found myself attached to the characters in all of their imperfections. Some parts of this were very hard to read because the author was unflinching in showing how people hurt each other and how violent the world can be. There were also very tender passages which showed the depths of love we can experience with each other when we choose to.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Child abuse, Xenophobia, Terminal illness, and Miscarriage
Minor: Homophobia
alexism26's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-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
4.5
This book is an amazing translation, it always astonishes me when a translator is able to work the text into something that is as beautifully written as in the original language. This book is a study of love and what it is to truly be loved by the ones around us.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Pedophilia, Sexual violence, and Sexual assault
This book deals with these themes in a way that would be appropriate for young adults. It explains and helps the reader understand the characters traumas in a way that is palpable as well as helpful.
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