A review by themadbloodstone
Life Ceremony by Sayaka Murata

dark reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

I shouldn’t be surprised at the bizarro worlds Murata creates. Seeing things through the eyes of humans who see humans and human society as alien feels so natural despite its “abnormality”.
Each short story is unique and strange. “Life Ceremony” and “Hatchling” express Murata’s themes more explicitly and were my favorite stories from this collection, “Hatchling” being a relatable horror story.
I can’t wait for her next story.
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