Reviews

The Gate of Sorrows by Miyuki Miyabe

jameseckman's review against another edition

4.0

It's hard to classify this novel, it's not your typical urban fantasy, it's more like a coming of age novel (minus large helpings of teen angst) mixed in with a detective novel along with a classic heroic journey. College student Kotaro is drifting a bit when a mentor recommends becoming a cyber patroller, he starts investigating various internet crimes, murders occur and a friend goes missing. A retired detective makes an appearance and together they meet a beasty with its own agenda. It was a fun page turner that managed to avoid the typical fantasy cliches and could be read by adults and teens.

asweetdevouring's review against another edition

4.0

An excellent reality-based crime novel with an expertly done layer of magical realism on top.

Note: [b:The Book of Heroes|6440653|The Book of Heroes|Miyuki Miyabe|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1364699077l/6440653._SX50_.jpg|6630573] should be read BEFORE this one as this book will completely spoil that one.