The Premonition
As the title suggests, the novel’s plot thickens around this and other 'premonitions,' which are actually more like hauntings ... There’s a matter-of-factness to Yoshimoto’s prose that would feel stultifying if it weren’t so mischievous.
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A strange and compelling novella, perfect to read in one sitting. Banana Yoshimoto has created a simple but touching tale where the reader embarks on a journey alongside the protagonist. Ultimately, this is a story about family. Yoshimoto explores the way we are connected to our family, not just corporeally but soulfully as well.
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Yoshimoto infuses the familiar coming-of-age experience (leaving home, separation from parents) with (of course) unusual twists.
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