The Mountains Sing is a raw, honest and heart-wrenching tale that had me wipe away tears on almost every single page. And yet, it is a marvelous story, written in such an immersive and engaging way that it is impossible not to devour it.
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It’s true that the plot is simple and perhaps not particularly exciting, but I enjoyed its quiet approach to the universal theme of love. The beauty of the novel is in the small and subtle details.
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Other reviews called the book disappointing and a far cry from Kawakami’s other works. I somewhat agree with the latter statement, but I’d never call “Ten Loves” a disappointment. I love the premise of the book and enjoyed its quiet, unconventional approach.
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While we are encouraged (or forced) to stay at home, at least our minds can travel freely, so here are some book recommendations from me to you. They may seem random at first as they are not of a particular genre, but they do have one thing in common: they helped keeping me sane throughout 2020.
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Society will not change overnight, but perhaps the next Kim Jiyoung, born in 2020, will see significant progress and grows into an independent, successful woman - be it as a mother, a wife or career girl.
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This genre-transcending novel is bold and incredibly well written. Tiffany Tsao’s ability to tell a story that is so sinister at its core in a language so beautiful, sometimes downright poetic, is bewildering.
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