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Butter by Asako Yuzuki
3.75
dark informative reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

The fatphobia was a tough read, particularly the very specific focus on the kg weight of the main character whose body was widely commented to at a weight I, in an average European body, haven’t been since a pre-teen.

But as a social commentary on a culture I’m not very familiar with, it was an interesting read, enjoyable enough plot and I particularly liked how the main character grew from initially very isolated to developing several very different but meaningful relationships and appreciating the value of community.

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