February 2026 - Andrew Blackman

My thoughts on Mieko Kawakami's latest novel, in which the bland recounting of everyday events conceals deeper themes.

Stefanie on Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami: “I’ve been seeing this book pip up on lists all over the place but it never sounded all that interesting…” Feb 19, 21:30
Bellezza on Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami: “This book will indeed stay with me a long time, and hopefully, be listed among those on the longlist for…” Feb 19, 18:45
Andrew Blackman on Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami: “I’ve noticed that in a lot of the Japanese books I’ve read too, Bill. The writing style tends to be…” Feb 17, 11:38
Andrew Blackman on Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami: “Hi Silvia, Thanks for your comment! I’m really glad you liked the post, and thanks for what you said about…” Feb 17, 11:21
wadholloway on Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami: “I read Japanese books off and on, Murakami of course, but others too as I come across them. Perhaps it’s…” Feb 15, 18:31

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