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challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I think the way this novel is organized makes it somewhat unsatisfying as a narrative, and there was fairly little plot overall (or at least, it didn't follow a traditional plot structure), but as a character study, I highly enjoyed this read. Being introduced to Sensei through a student that takes a liking to him but does not truly understand Sensei makes that ultimate reveal about Sensei's past that much more satisfying. I thought this novel did a wonderful job of reflecting on the human condition without being overwrought or tiresome.