#Book Review: Hunchback by Sao Ichikawa
Author: srisays
# Book Review : When a Book Stares Back at You: Reading Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa
Some books don’t just tell a story—they confront you. Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa did exactly that for me. At first glance, it’s a slim volume. A novella that looks like it could slip quietly into your day. But the moment you step in, you realize—there’s nothing quiet about it. Shaka Izawa, our narrator, lives in a care home, her body failing her while her mind roams sharp and free. She tweets blunt, often outrageous thoughts. She writes erotic fiction for a living. She wants things society refuses to imagine for someone like her—desire, agency, even pregnancy. And she says it …
When the Cover Calls You Back: Reread of the Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
When the Cover Calls You Back: Reread of the Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
A few days back, I stopped by the @crosswordbookstores in Juhu—and honestly, it always feels like home.The cozy floors, the inviting shelves, and a collection that goes beyond just the bestsellers. If you’re lucky, you might just stumble upon hidden gems tucked between the popular titles. This time, I walked away with a new edition of The Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata—what a find.There’s something so comforting about mornings spent among books, even on the busiest days. I’m one of those people who rarely rereads a book. There’s always something new on the shelf, waiting to be explored. But …
#Book Review : Almond by Won-Pyung Sohn
