belen_monroy 's review for:

Heaven by Mieko Kawakami

4.5

dark emotional reflective sad slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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At times it was hard to read. The bullying that happens is so gut wrenching and you can’t help but to feel such strong empathy for the character. There are some violent scenes. But a beautiful story over strength, resilience, and vulnerability.