A review by kailey_luminouslibro
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish by Nao Emoto, Seiko Tanabe

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Tsuneo dreams about studying the ocean in Mexico, and he works all the time so he can save enough money to go. He takes a part-time job helping Josee, a girl in a wheelchair. However, he finds the job more difficult than he had imagined. She is angry and grumpy and mean. Tsuneo tries to be patient with her, and when they discover their shared love for the beauties of the ocean, they begin to connect.

This was such a sweet and wonderful story! I really loved the characters of Tsuneo and Josee. They are both complex and emotional and highly intelligent. They are each struggling with their own inner troubles, but they find courage and inspiration.

The art work is really beautiful and delicate. I loved the scenes where Tsuneo goes diving in the ocean and photographs rare fish.

The writing is very thoughtful and introspective. It brings a lot of depth and meaning to the story.

This was such a delight from start to finish!