Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman by Haruki Murakami

Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman

Haruki Murakami with Philip Gabriel (Translator), Jay Rubin (Translator)

447 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism short stories emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced
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Here are animated crows, a criminal monkey, an ice man, as well as the dreams that shape us and the things we wish for. Whether during a chance reunion in Italy, a romantic exile in Greece, a holiday in Hawaii or in the grip of everyday life, Mura...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,314 reviews

Moods

mysterious 72%
reflective 72%
emotional 47%
adventurous 26%
funny 26%
relaxing 25%
dark 23%
lighthearted 15%
sad 15%
challenging 14%
hopeful 13%
inspiring 13%
tense 7%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 18%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Character: 32% | Plot: 9% | N/A: 6%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 21% | N/A: 13% | Yes: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 27% | No: 15% | N/A: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 53% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 12% | N/A: 12%

Average rating

3.78

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