A review by habibbity
A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki

challenging emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was meant to be a buddy read with a friend. Unfortunately for my friend (a bum) she lagged behind. Fortunately for me, I got to discover this book through her recommendation. In the same way that Nao’s story washed up into Ruth’s hands, I feel like this story entered my life at the most appropriate, and dare I say, necessary, time. This will be one of my most treasured reads and I am certain anyone who chooses to read this book will feel the same.