A review by sunshinemar
Battle Royale by Koushun Takami

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was SUCH a wild journey and it’s one of the most well-written and most enjoyable reading experiences I have ever had. Just the premise alone was enough to draw me in to this story. The fact that the author could write in such detail and not in a convoluted way about ALL of the different characters was so commendable to me. I literally felt like I was on the island myself. This book took me through so many emotions. I was happy, I was surprised, I was shocked, I was crying, I was angry, and I was laughing. Every word in this book is so cleverly placed and fits within the narrative to make it such a book that sticks with you long after you have finished reading it. I love that it’s written in such a way that’s so graphic and in your face as well. I can totally see why they made this into a movie (which I definitely will watch!). A+ start, A+ middle, and A+ end. All in all, this book is a master class in superb storytelling and an instant 5 stars from me.