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A review by sarah2
The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka
emotional
sad
medium-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? It's complicated
3.0
Otsuka's stylistic choices (use of first-person plural pronouns, page-long paragraphs, use of repetition for emphasis) can be challenging, but drive home the point that this is supposed to be a recollection of memory from a chorus of voices. Her language, while understated and economical, creates vivid imagery. A poignant read.
Moderate: Racism and Xenophobia