Amrita by Banana Yoshimoto

Amrita

Banana Yoshimoto with Russell F. Wasden (Translator)

366 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism emotional reflective sad slow-paced
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A celebrated actress who has died in mysterious and shocking circumstances leaves behind an unconventional extended family that includes an older sister, a woman in her twenties through whose eyes the story unfolds; a young brother who possesses m...

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Community Reviews Summary of 671 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
emotional 66%
mysterious 47%
sad 30%
hopeful 28%
inspiring 19%
relaxing 18%
lighthearted 16%
challenging 11%
dark 9%
funny 8%
adventurous 5%
tense 2%

Pace

slow 70%
medium 27%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 85% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 15% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 17%

Average rating

3.55

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