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annieinthearchives's review
dark
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The book offers a good reflection on the idea of “normal” as defined by society and how people act in order to cope with the pressure of societal expectations. I particularly appreciated the author didn’t create a melodramatic background story behind the character, as it made the story more realistic, though there are many things one could ask about Keiko (such as is she neurodivergent and if yes, why isn’t this explicitly indicated?) but overall it was a good thought devastating story and not because of the ending (in anything it was somehow a happy ambiguous one)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Mental illness, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, and Sexism
Minor: Sexual content
castella_and_novellas's review
dark
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
This book was alright, certainly not funny but I appreciate the insight it gave me on the constraints society has on people , but that's about it. I didn't find the characters to be likeable (nor was I rooting for anyone), so it's hard for me to relate. Overall, I'm glad I read it once, but it doesn't feel like a book I'll be returning to.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexism and Sexual content
silver_valkyrie_reads's review
challenging
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
What. Did. I. Just. Read?
Strangely disturbing, strangely fascinating, a mix of intentional and unintentional commentary on society and conformity and life purpose. I really enjoyed a few points in this book, but found more it uncomfortable than I found it enjoyable. Recommended if you enjoy poking into random worldviews to see how they fit together.
Strangely disturbing, strangely fascinating, a mix of intentional and unintentional commentary on society and conformity and life purpose. I really enjoyed a few points in this book, but found more it uncomfortable than I found it enjoyable. Recommended if you enjoy poking into random worldviews to see how they fit together.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content, Rape, Violence, and Child abuse
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