If Cats Disappeared from the World by Genki Kawamura

If Cats Disappeared from the World

Genki Kawamura with Eric Selland (Translator)

160 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction magical realism emotional reflective sad fast-paced
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The international phenomenon that has sold more than two million copies, If Cats Disappeared from the World is a heartwarming, funny, and profound meditation on the meaning of life.The young postman’s days are numbered. Estranged from his family a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 10,925 reviews

Moods

reflective 82%
emotional 76%
sad 57%
inspiring 33%
hopeful 29%
funny 21%
lighthearted 15%
dark 8%
relaxing 8%
challenging 7%
adventurous 4%
mysterious 4%
tense 2%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 44%
medium 38%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 69% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 15% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 13% | It's complicated: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 7% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.71

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