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A review by themysteriouserk
A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A beautifully written book with an intriguing and endearing (if also flawed/complicated) cast of characters. It flawlessly balances a huge variety of perspectives and ideas, its plot covering both the quiet, thoughtful moments of ordinary lives and the dramatic, world-shaping events of the past and present.
Moderate: Death, Bullying, Mental illness, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Violence, War, Xenophobia, and Racism