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squil 's review for:
Kafka on the Shore
by Haruki Murakami
dark
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
First introduction to surrealism in writing. I enjoyed the fantastical elements of this book, but some of Murakami’s ideas and writing was frankly creepy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Incest, Rape
Murakami seems like a great writer but a creepy guy. Multiple sex scenes between possible family members.