The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

The Book of Form and Emptiness

Ruth Ozeki

548 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism emotional reflective sad medium-paced
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Winner of the Women’s Prize for Fiction“No one writes like Ruth Ozeki—a triumph.” —Matt Haig, New York Times bestselling author of The Midnight Library“Inventive, vivid, and propelled by a sense of wonder.” —TIME“If you’ve lost your way with ficti...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,244 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 72%
sad 58%
hopeful 40%
challenging 38%
dark 33%
inspiring 23%
mysterious 19%
adventurous 13%
funny 13%
tense 13%
informative 7%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 53%
slow 43%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 74% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 1%

Average rating

4.07

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