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The Remains of the Day

Kazuo Ishiguro

Start date: March 1, 2025

Finish date: March 31, 2025

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May 02, 2019 Franzi rated it it was ok · review of another edition

So for years I've had this book on my shelf and thought that I would absolutely love this. Well, turns out it's been ages since I've read such an unsatisfying book. I though the ending would make up for all the bland parts in between, but it made the book even worse. So frustrating.
I don't hate the writing style, the voice of the butler was interesting, even though I disliked him most of the time, but it left me very underwhelmed. ...more

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Feb 01, 2020 Kathleen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: man-booker-prize

A delightful, introspective narrative-style read. I will never think the same about the title, "The Remains of the Day" now that I've savored every step of Mr. Stevens' six day excursion. ...more

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