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Ink
by Amanda Sun
Initially, I was hesitant. The plot sounded like one I had read many times before, but I went for it because of Shinto, the unique setting, and the admittedly gorgeous cover. The book was what I expected, I mean mysterious "I'm too dangerous for you" guy, confused new girl. It's basically Twilight, except it's written better and the supernatural aspect was much better.
I enjoyed the integration of Japanese and English, seeing the character develop, and all of the Japanese aspects. The plot wasn't fantastic, and Katie is not one I shall be adding to my favourite female characters list, but it was alright. Unlike twilight, I could understand why Katie needed to be around Tomo, because basically he could destroy Japan or get kidnapped by the Yakuza at any moment.
She was unhealthily in love with him though, because who in their right mind would actually return to Japan knowing that they're presence might set off an extremely powerful Kami as well as get them killed!
The plot stripped down is nothing new or exciting, and Katie isn't the best character. But with all the decorations and mythology, it was actually enjoyable. I didn't have high hopes, considering the synopsis, and I wasn't really let down. I've read this type of story many, many times, it didn't exceed or fail my expectations. It was just what I thought it'd be.
I enjoyed the integration of Japanese and English, seeing the character develop, and all of the Japanese aspects. The plot wasn't fantastic, and Katie is not one I shall be adding to my favourite female characters list, but it was alright. Unlike twilight, I could understand why Katie needed to be around Tomo, because basically he could destroy Japan or get kidnapped by the Yakuza at any moment.
The plot stripped down is nothing new or exciting, and Katie isn't the best character. But with all the decorations and mythology, it was actually enjoyable. I didn't have high hopes, considering the synopsis, and I wasn't really let down. I've read this type of story many, many times, it didn't exceed or fail my expectations. It was just what I thought it'd be.