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Liked It “I really loved this book. This is the second book I read by this writer, Natsuo Kirino, and I think she's a great writer. I'm looking forward reading more of her work.” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“I really loved this book. This is the second book I read by this writer, Natsuo Kirino, and I think she's a great writer. I'm looking forward reading more of her work.”
Suzan wrote this review Sunday, October 11 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Complete Euphoria”
Amalia S wrote this review Friday, October 2 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Recommended by Alana E.”
Mr. Niman's Classroom wrote this review Friday, September 18 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This was the 2nd book by Natsuo Kirino that I read and overall I thought that the story was interesting. I noticed that in her novels Natsuo always has a character that's sharp and intelligent therefore she explores lots of moral conflicts etc. A good read but I still prefer her novel OUT.”
Ceres wrote this review Wednesday, August 26 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Its an interesting story but the characters felt flat in a lot of places.”
Else G wrote this review Tuesday, June 30 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A book which makes reference to Freud, Dostoevsky and Nietzsche and yet the constant discussion is about how the book is a window into Japanese culture. The English translation reads easy and fast, and any of the Japanese names could be substituted with Western ones, thus making the book universal. Identity, rage, impulsive actions with terrible consequences seem to be the major themes in stories from the past as well as this one. The three writers mentioned in the book aren't American, yet we are familiar with their work, at least in the context of non academic, Western popular culture. We read about the lives of five young people who make certain decisions which will change their lives. There interconnection can be interpreted as synchronicity. At the end, we are reminded about how we are condemned to our freedom, and we are ultimately responsible for our actions, regardless of our motivations.”
Kaz Hope wrote this review Thursday, May 28 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“By turns disturbing, demoralizing and demented , Kirino’s Real World focuses on a quintet of older teens who feel overworked and desensitized to their overly modern world. Rotating chapters among the key characters, this exploration of youthful alienation and nihilism that seems to permeate an overstimulated and overcrowded culture such as current-day Tokyo. While I occasionally wanted to smack some sense into a couple of the characters, the lack of true explanation for their actions creates an intrigue that is realistic and understandable (after all, how many teens can clearly state their motives in an adult-driven world?). Poignant, tragic and thought-provoking, a worthwhile and speedy read.”
wurd nurd wrote this review Monday, April 20 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“aisha J said: 3 stars
Play Book Tag Shelf wrote this review Sunday, December 21 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
It all started with a sound of a thud that Toshi heard from her neighbors home. Soon Toshi and her four friends find themselves wrapped up in this deep dark world filled with secrets and desires. The story portrays the underlying society that the Japaneses community live in. It was quite interesting as this is I have heard that this is an actual portryal of some of the deep society problems that Japaneses face everyday. This is one of the very first japanese mystery and I must say this is not going to be my last! I enjoyed this book quite well =)
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“It all started with a sound of a thud that Toshi heard from her neighbors home. Soon Toshi and her four friends find themselves wrapped up in this deep dark world filled with secrets and desires. The story portrays the underlying society that the Japaneses community live in. It was quite interesting as this is one of the very first japanese mystery and I must say this is not going to be my last!
aisha J wrote this review Thursday, December 18 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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“Real World, a sad book about four girls and their secrets. All four friends try to hide their true selves when they are together. As the book progresses we soon learn that everyone is aware of the others hidden selves. But the secret holder never realizes it. What makes it sad is that if they were open to one another maybe things wouldn't have turned out the way they did.
Mari wrote this review Tuesday, August 26 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
I did like how the voices of the girls sounded similar, perhaps indicating they weren't as different as they thought they were.”
