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A review by emmalouisereads
Hotel Iris by Yōko Ogawa
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Yoko Ogawa has a captivating writing style, which makes her books easy to devour.
The subject matter of this book is not an enjoyable one, and I felt quite sick throughout. Which is probably the aim considering the topic at hand.
The subject matter of this book is not an enjoyable one, and I felt quite sick throughout. Which is probably the aim considering the topic at hand.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, Injury/Injury detail, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Pedophilia, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Abortion, Miscarriage, and Death