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A review by steffmau
Meet You By Hachiko by Loren Greene
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
*I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via Voracious Readers Only*
'A student who might fall through the cracks, not for failing, but for failing to stand out.’
Boy, this line hit me. I immediately liked Grace and could feel the similarities literally within the Prologue. The feeling of invisibility throughout early life. I'm just glad that with age I was more comfortable in my own skin and could feel myself hoping Grace will too - not because she should, but because she may find her confidence and love for herself.
I literally was drawn to this read simply because of the title: Hachiko / Hachikō is one of my favourite films and stories so this was an immediate yes sign me up. For those who aren’t familiar, Hachikō was a Japanese Akita who is remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, for waiting over 9 years for his owner to return but his owner had died. A statue lies where Hachikō would wait at Shibuya Station.
The story itself wasn’t about Hachikō, but the involvement made me smile all the same.
'If a person meets someone in Shibuya or becomes lost, they always find each other at Hachiko. Rumi and I do this, too.'
It’s a really delightful read with some likable and relatable characters. I loved the fact these friends became close overseas on their shared love for fashion. English being a small ‘barrier' but no barrier that can’t be overcome with translations and patience it was a joy to read. I think we’ve all made friends online too so think this story would appeal to most ages.
I’m also a sucker for mixed media so having their messages laid out was so lovely.
It's a read I would recommend and would love to read more by this author.
'A student who might fall through the cracks, not for failing, but for failing to stand out.’
Boy, this line hit me. I immediately liked Grace and could feel the similarities literally within the Prologue. The feeling of invisibility throughout early life. I'm just glad that with age I was more comfortable in my own skin and could feel myself hoping Grace will too - not because she should, but because she may find her confidence and love for herself.
I literally was drawn to this read simply because of the title: Hachiko / Hachikō is one of my favourite films and stories so this was an immediate yes sign me up. For those who aren’t familiar, Hachikō was a Japanese Akita who is remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, for waiting over 9 years for his owner to return but his owner had died. A statue lies where Hachikō would wait at Shibuya Station.
The story itself wasn’t about Hachikō, but the involvement made me smile all the same.
'If a person meets someone in Shibuya or becomes lost, they always find each other at Hachiko. Rumi and I do this, too.'
It’s a really delightful read with some likable and relatable characters. I loved the fact these friends became close overseas on their shared love for fashion. English being a small ‘barrier' but no barrier that can’t be overcome with translations and patience it was a joy to read. I think we’ve all made friends online too so think this story would appeal to most ages.
I’m also a sucker for mixed media so having their messages laid out was so lovely.
It's a read I would recommend and would love to read more by this author.