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A review by scarletshore
Lonely Castle in the Mirror by Mizuki Tsujimura
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
When I started reading the blurb and the first chapter, I didn't expect it to be this good. The book takes its time, but it's never boring. Surprisingly, it becomes a real page-turner, and I enjoyed every word of it. Things get even more interesting in the second half.
The author tackles social issues, like bullying and mental health, in a standout way. The characters in the bullying story feel so real, giving me goosebumps a few times. The emotional impact left me feeling happy when I finished the book.
The fantasy world in the book is well-described. As a fan of fantasy, I really liked the book's setup. I stayed focused on the story and had fun trying to guess what would happen next. The plot twists were unexpected but in a good way. Even if some of my guesses were wrong, the ending was satisfying.
The lineㅡ “I mean, you’re battling every single day, aren’t you?” really got to me. The stories in the book are sad but beautifully written. It felt like the book answered some of my questions about life. Definitely a five-star read, and I recommend it to everyone.
The author tackles social issues, like bullying and mental health, in a standout way. The characters in the bullying story feel so real, giving me goosebumps a few times. The emotional impact left me feeling happy when I finished the book.
The fantasy world in the book is well-described. As a fan of fantasy, I really liked the book's setup. I stayed focused on the story and had fun trying to guess what would happen next. The plot twists were unexpected but in a good way. Even if some of my guesses were wrong, the ending was satisfying.
The lineㅡ “I mean, you’re battling every single day, aren’t you?” really got to me. The stories in the book are sad but beautifully written. It felt like the book answered some of my questions about life. Definitely a five-star read, and I recommend it to everyone.