The story is told in the form of a bunch of confessions of different characters that play a role in the circumstances around the death of Yuko’s daughter Manami. It took me a while to get into the story, but as soon as I started the second chapter (and confession), I was hooked. This read is without doubt both intriguing, disturbing and dark at the same time. I have a thing for languages and love traveling, and when I saw the English translation of Confessions by Kanae Minato I thought it was the perfect way to introduce myself further to the Japanese literature. I always like reading foreign literature, both books written in foreign languages and stories set in different countries. I want you to believe that somewhere in this wide world there is a place for you, a safe haven.” There is no shame in seeking a safe place. If the place in which you find yourself is too painful, I say you should be free to seek another, less painful place of refuge. “The world you live in is much bigger than that. 2023 Netgalley And Edelweiss Reading Challenge.2017 Netgalley And Edelweiss Reading Challenge.
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