A review by readwithev
Revenge by Yōko Ogawa

dark emotional sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I enjoyed how all 11 tales are woven together in a creepy fashion. Some of the characters are elder, some middle aged, and others young adults. All the chapters are written in 1st person, which conveys their limited perspectives and unique voices. Some of the characters are likable while others are eerie and have ill intentions.
The only reason this book doesn’t get a 5 star ⭐️ review is that I thought it would be scarier. For example, the old man/uncle who was a curator for the museum of torture, i thought his chapter was anti-climactic. Also the wife being cheated on by her doctor husband, she wasn’t as full of blinded rage as I expected.
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