“The author dazzles with her exploration of emotions and intertwining of lofty discussions of metaphysics with descriptions of Fuyuko’s routines, making her an extraordinary character who moves effortlessly between different worlds as she struggles to find herself. Kawakami turns this study of a ‘dictionary definition of a miserable person,’ as Fuyuko calls herself, into an invigorating and empowering portrait. It’s a winner.”
Read the full starred review in Publishers Weekly.
