SCATTERED ALL OVER THE EARTH.

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This book explored some interesting ideas around language and speculative / dystopia (like the disappearance of Japan, a key aspect) which I expected to enjoy. And I did to some extent, but a lot of the story seemed to go in circles. What really killed it for me, though, is that a character was repeatedly misgendered. A couple of racial slurs were also thrown around. Overall unfortunate for a book I was excited to read.

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rachelsbrittain

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Little bit's sick so I'm on rocking duty and starting this new book I've been excited about

CoffeeAndABook 😍 2y

Dilara I hope Little Bit gets well soon! 2y

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Addison_Reads

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What a truly unique reading experience! I am not entirely sure how to review this and give it the credit it deserves, which is ironic because this quiet dystopian novel is based on language, and I seem to be lacking in words.

Tawada gives the reader multiple characters and POV's which makes this a quirky, eclectic story that I absolutely loved.

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vivastory

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Any Boxwalla subscribers? I heard a plug for them during the latest Mookse and the Gripes episode (spotlight on Archipelago) & was intrigued by the description. For lit fic options the tagged book is the book that is sent with all 3, but there are different options for book 2! I have had my eye on both books, so it was hard to resist. If you are looking for subscription boxes with flexibility & lit fic options, I recommend checking out their page!

BarbaraBB Sounds good. Thomas Bernard is very good! 2y

Addison_Reads I have the tagged book through #NetGalley. It really intrigued me so I'm glad I actually got approved for it. I'm hoping to read it next week. This subscription box sounds great though. I might have to look into it. 2y

Leftcoastzen Not enough people check out Bernard these days . 2y

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vivastory @BarbaraBB I contemplated renewing my NYRB subscription. but I'm glad I waited, It's been awhile since I've read Bernhard, really looking forward to it! 2y

vivastory @Leftcoastzen Very true. There's someone I follow on Twitter who has been doing a read through of all of his works. 😲 2y

vivastory @Addison_Reads I look forward to your review! I've heard that it's great. It's been years since I've read Tawada, but I recall loving her work. The boxes ship every other month, so they are affordable. I love the options & that they include a mix of old/new 2y

BarbaraBB I ended my NYRB subscription. I love NYRB but I prefer to make my own choices. This seems like a good alternative! 2y

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rachelsbrittain

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