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This was an incredibly rich book.
I've now realized that when it comes to audio books and long distance driving, I am unfortunately best limited to trashy, cliche novels or dry biographies. They require only 50% of my attention at most and I don't get too emotionally involved.
File this one under "Trashy, Cliche Novels," Alex. Was my life enriched? No. Do I feel like this was an accurate portrayal of geisha life in the early to mid-20th century? Partially. Was I entertained? Slightly. The misogyny present not only in the reporte ...more
File this one under "Trashy, Cliche Novels," Alex. Was my life enriched? No. Do I feel like this was an accurate portrayal of geisha life in the early to mid-20th century? Partially. Was I entertained? Slightly. The misogyny present not only in the reporte ...more
great plot about a girl who works her way up to be a notorious geisha. I really liked both the book and the movie.Very eye opening.
Aug 07, 2011
Micha
marked it as to-read
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Mar 08, 2013
Frankie
marked it as to-read
