This book was well written and has some touching moments, however, I kept waiting for something to happen and it never reached the next level.

Everyhting Tsukiyama writes resonates with most most lyrical writing. Fantastic love story

Tsukiyama takes a complex story with many layers and relates it through beautifully clear, simple prose. A pleasure to all senses while reading!

A wonderful tale of the awakening the beauty within.

One of the most insightful book discussions our book group has had. All who attended found the book an easy to read but with many point to ponder. Highly recommended for other book groups.

This was a small book but it packed a big wallop. Reading about the Oriental cultural in the 30's was very enlightening and characters were wonderful.

Tsukiyama's book is like a poem; rhythm and pace are as important as the subjects. The story is more than a coming of age story, more than a romance. Our book club found it delicate, contemplative, complex and peaceful. I highly recommend it for personal and group readling.

A very well written book and enjoyed by all the members of the club. I recommend it as a must read.

One of my favorite books. Lyrical prose, delicate in presentation, heartfelt story and complex, intersting characters