A review by erica_palmisano
The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Fascinating and inventive. The audiobook was really well produced and acted (there was a good amount of voice work). I recently listened to an interview of the author on the Ezra Klein show that illuminated aspects of the story and the background for writing it, and I appreciated it even more after listening. Despite the heavy themes, the story is hopeful, on the whole, and well told. 
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