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lia_booknest 's review for:
Pachinko
by Min Jin Lee
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Pachinko is a captivating saga that explores how war and history shape identity across generations within a family. The characters' struggles are deeply moving, and the story introduces remarkable complexity and depth. While the pacing might feel slow for readers unfamiliar with historical fiction; trust me, this is the kind of book you want to savor in chunks, with plenty of time to marinate on its layers.
Fair warning, though: the last 100 pages of this book might throw you onto an unexpected emotional and heartwrenching roller-coaster ride. Still, i felt it was beautifully wrapped up. Happy reading everyone!
Fair warning, though: the last 100 pages of this book might throw you onto an unexpected emotional and heartwrenching roller-coaster ride. Still, i felt it was beautifully wrapped up. Happy reading everyone!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Child death, Miscarriage, Racism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Grief, Abortion, Death of parent, Abandonment, War