Cult X by Kalau Almony, Fuminori Nakamura

Cult X

Kalau Almony, Fuminori Nakamura

508 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction mystery thriller mysterious slow-paced
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The magnum opus by Akutagawa Prize-winner Fuminori Nakamura, Cult X is a story that dives into the psychology of fringe religion, obsession, and social disaffection.When Toru Narazaki’s girlfriend, Ryoko, disappears, he tries to track her down, de...

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Community Reviews Summary of 264 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
tense 61%
challenging 51%
mysterious 51%
reflective 30%
emotional 17%
sad 17%
adventurous 7%
hopeful 5%
informative 5%
inspiring 2%

Pace

slow 48%
medium 41%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 18% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 42% | Yes: 12%

Loveable characters?

No: 82% | It's complicated: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6% | No: 6%

Average rating

2.6

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