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mions's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Perfect on-the-go read, loved pulling this out here and there whenever I had some time to kill. Overall masterfully written.
It took me a moment to get an understanding of what was going on in In a Bamboo Grove, but once I did, I got very invested in the story. Utilised the concept of multiple perspectives in a meaningful way that left me thinking about the case a while after I had finished reading.
Death Register has a very somber feel. The described events from Akuatagawa’s childhood help with not only understanding The Life of a Stupid Man but also with seeing all its influence in Akutagawa’s other writing.
The titular story’s sections are short and sweet, though often of the bitter-variety. The writing paints an elegant yet raw portrayal of regrets and grief, with an adequate glimpses into the happier moments sprinkled in.
Felt like a good introduction to Akutagawa as an author.
It took me a moment to get an understanding of what was going on in In a Bamboo Grove, but once I did, I got very invested in the story. Utilised the concept of multiple perspectives in a meaningful way that left me thinking about the case a while after I had finished reading.
Death Register has a very somber feel. The described events from Akuatagawa’s childhood help with not only understanding The Life of a Stupid Man but also with seeing all its influence in Akutagawa’s other writing.
The titular story’s sections are short and sweet, though often of the bitter-variety. The writing paints an elegant yet raw portrayal of regrets and grief, with an adequate glimpses into the happier moments sprinkled in.
Felt like a good introduction to Akutagawa as an author.
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Rape, Death, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual assault, Blood, Child abuse, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Terminal illness, Violence, Chronic illness, Medical content, and Murder
adamparrishlover's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Terminal illness and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Death of parent, Abandonment, and Rape
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