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A review by ckrysiak
Self-Portrait with Ghost by Meng Jin
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was my first time reading work from this author, and it came with many mixed feelings. Initial confusion about the motive behind these stories can be blamed on my lack of understanding around the general format of this book. Once I picked up that each essay was from a different characters POV, I was able to embrace the oddity and perspective of each story a bit better.
With that being said, I still found it hard for me to adapt to the language and writing style of this author. However, I did enjoy the array of characters and plots, as well as the slight fantastical elements at the end.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone looking to break from their usual reading patterns. Just don’t get too attached to the idea of understanding every action.
With that being said, I still found it hard for me to adapt to the language and writing style of this author. However, I did enjoy the array of characters and plots, as well as the slight fantastical elements at the end.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone looking to break from their usual reading patterns. Just don’t get too attached to the idea of understanding every action.