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femmeprints 's review for:
Pachinko
by Min Jin Lee
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was a slow long read but really really interesting. The intergenerational dynamic was well done but a bit confusing at points as I was doing an audiobook. I have very little background on Japanese imperialism of Korea and this was my first look into that history. It was informative, deeply heart breaking, beautifully written and did keep me engaged.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Violence, Trafficking, Colonisation, War, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Moderate: Chronic illness, Confinement, Domestic abuse