A review by katewhite77
The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Sablime, I haven’t got enough words to say how much I loved this book it is a beautiful novel exquisitely written looking at mental illness and grief through many sympathetic lenses. One of which being Zen philosophy and it certainly made me want to learn more about this topic. 

I loved every single one of the large cast of characters but I was especially routing for Anabelle the mother who I just adored. 

I have heard said that this book needs an edit. Please no just give yourself to 536 pages of masterful and emersive story telling. 

Audio book also beautifully performed. 
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