Thoughts

I enjoy the style of this book so much! I love how the book switches. All of the perspectives are like pieces of a puzzle. When you collect the pieces, you get an overall picture of Yumi’s life. It reminds me of another author I enjoy from time to time, Jodi Picoult. She’s an author who also changes narrators, which in turn changes perspectives and tone of the reading. Although this complexities the reading, it makes everything interesting to follow. What I dislike so far is the complex writing technique and the complexity of Yumi. I didn’t judge Yumi as a run away or for despising her parents. But, I disliked her because she was doing so much as a character. Things weren’t just happening to her for a reason. She was doing a lot on her own doings. For example, her society struggles were based on her own doing. She wanted to have a family each time she married. This is why her family looks so chopped up. It’s too much. I appreciate her too though. For standing up for what she believes in. For staying true to her instead of what society demands. It’s inspirational. She breaks the barriers and redefines the limits. But, sometimes, there are limits for a good reason. Don’t bring too much attention to you. That’s not the way to be. Her yearns is becoming obnoxious.