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sweetwaru's review against another edition
4.0
This was my first book I ever finnished. It was a sweet and interesting story, and made me want to buy the authors other books
davechua's review against another edition
3.0
Felt like an overly long short story. The story only starts coming together at the end.
chinola's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
catzngoenz's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
I'd say this story is pretty much "no plot just vibes". With that being said, I found the relatability and simpleness of the story quite comforting. It dealt with trauma, grievance, joy, etc... in a way that feels reassuring, like there is no right or wrong way to act. But I do find some part to be a bit boring, hence the rating.
onlybookishinthebuilding's review against another edition
dark
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bbildanainat's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
nekomeith's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
3.25
Very atmospheric and lovely. Just a little slow for me and I wish we had more time with the characters after his past comes to light.
Favorite quote:
"When someone tells you something big, it's like you're taking money from them, and there's no way it will ever go back to being the way it was. You have to take responsibility for listening."
Banana Yoshimoto, The Lake
Favorite quote:
"When someone tells you something big, it's like you're taking money from them, and there's no way it will ever go back to being the way it was. You have to take responsibility for listening."
Banana Yoshimoto, The Lake