A review by yajairat
Life Ceremony by Sayaka Murata

challenging reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? N/A
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.5

Found these stories to be thought provoking and unsettling at times. In them, Murata is exploring topics that are considered taboo and customs that are ingrained in society. As I was reading them, I started to question why we do certain things and judge others who do not follow what the majority does. I was seeing their vision! 

I believe this is the 4th short story collection I’ve read this year and I can finally say that short stories aren’t for me. BUT there were some standouts in this like ‘Life Ceremony’ and ‘Hatchling’. The longer ones had more meat to them. 
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