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The book centres around an enigmatic and complex character named Yunjae, who suffers from a rare condition called Alexithymia. This condition leaves him unable to experience emotions, which makes it difficult for him to interact with people and understand social cues. As the story unfolds, Yunjae meets an array of intriguing people, each with their own unique personalities and backgrounds. I see how Yunjae's relationship with them develops over time, how he tries to make sense of his emotions, or lack thereof, and how he navigates the world around him.

The author paints a vivid and compelling picture of Yunjae's journey, capturing every nuance of his struggles and triumphs. The book is a poignant exploration of the human condition, and the author's masterful storytelling keeps me captivated until the very end. Although the ending may have felt a little underwhelming, the book as a whole is a beautifully written, thought-provoking, and emotionally resonant tale.

Honestly, I chose this book because the cover piqued my interest, lol! It looks so dreamy, I swear. This book has something very compelling and eerie that draws me in, as well as something that makes me feel as if I am witnessing something develop, making it a novel that I simply fall into. However, my expectations were quickly dashed because the book was neither what I had hoped for, nor was it dreamy. God. This book evokes a sense of winter sadness. I spent days reading this book, expecting for something to happen, but nothing ever occurred. It just— hmm... ok.

First and foremost, I enjoy the writing in this book. I liked how the author described the MC's life activities in great detail, which made me feel related, aha. The story in this book flowed so smoothly and was so simple to read. Secondly, the more I read and delve into this book, the more I realise the meaning behind its cover—boom, I love the book's hidden aspects.

I was very much looking forward to reading this book because it promised to be a classic history about Geishas; I hadn't read anything with this theme before, but it turned out to be just — alright. In some ways, this novel underwhelmed me since it included rather graphic sexual scenes that made me sceptical and uncomfortable. This book kind of emphasises why. Well, I believe this book is well-researched yet also provocative.

The only thing that I enjoyed about this book was all the illustrations, aha! 

Although I could see why some people could find this kind of reading enjoyable, I still wasn't into this book. Though I adore every character in this book, there was a point in the story where the execution was clumsy and clunky, despite the fact that the story seems promising because it primarily features an emotional and biting plot that challenges our perception of reality. I felt a deep affection for the main character, especially for her family and relatives. I have no idea what it must be like to walk in their shoes. After all, all of us will eventually pass away. Nothing stays the same except for change— people forget things, memories fade. 

The memoir that I just finished reading was nothing short of a masterpiece. Its words left me spellbound, and its story touched the deepest corners of my heart. I was left with a million emotions that took me days to process. The book is a masterpiece that tells the story of a woman who was raised in Afghanistan. She is a sister, a wife, and a girl with aspirations and dreams for her life. The author's storytelling is so vivid that I felt like I was transported to Afghanistan and living the protagonist's life alongside her.

The book touched me in a way that few books have ever done. As I read, I felt my heart breaking for the protagonist and all the women who share similar experiences. The book is a reminder of the struggles and hardships that women face every day, and it left me with a renewed sense of gratitude for the rights and freedoms that I have as a woman.

The author's writing style is both beautiful and tragic, and it left me with a sense of awe and admiration. The book taught me the value of equality and how important it is to fight for equal rights for all. I learned that the boundaries that society and women impose on themselves regarding what women may or may not do are predetermined and need to be challenged.

This book is an absolute must-read for anyone who cares about women's rights and wants to learn more about the struggles and hardships that women face in their everyday lives. The author's words will leave you with a deep sense of empathy and compassion for the protagonist and all the women like her. This book is a masterpiece that will stay with me for a very long time.

As long as the olive trees grow, from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.  🫒🌿

Saya rasa memulai tahun ini dengan membaca buku ini merupakan keputusan yang tepat, karena semua yang tertuang dalam buku Yang Menari dalam Bayangan Inang Mati karya Ni Made Purnama Sari begitu sangat cantik dan indah. Untuk seseorang yang cukup deskriptif, buku ini sangat memuaskan. Gaya penulisan yang mudah dipahami meskipun terdapat banyak analogi namun tetap dengan narasi yang sangat detail, sungguh membuat saya jatuh hati. Tidak hanya dari penggambaran cerita, namun juga dalam penggambaran emosi setiap karakter. Sekali lagi, semuanya tertuang begitu ciamik. Sekilas, buku ini mengingatkan saya terhadap Tarian Bumi karya Oka Rusmini, yang mungkin karena keduanya membahas mengenai kebudayaan seni tari dengan latar belakang Pulau Bali serta bagaimana seorang tokoh berusaha mencari jati dirinya. Selain itu, dalam beberapa bagian buku ini terdapat illustrasi yang begitu elok! Seelok sampul bukunya.

Namun, meskipun demikian, ketika membaca buku ini saya rasa harus sepenuhnya dicermati dengan seksama karena gaya penulisan deskriptif mungkin akan terkesan membosankan dan bertele-tele untuk sebagian orang. Terkhusus bagian prolog yang cukup panjang untuk pembukaan suatu cerita. Lalu, beberapa kalimat yang menggunakan Bahasa Bali, penulis tidak menambahkan alih bahasa sehingga cukup sulit untuk dipahami meskipun hanya sepenggal kalimat. Selain itu, buku ini menggunakan sudut pandang kedua yang sedikit membingungkan bagi saya karena tidak terbiasa ditambah terdapat beberapa kesalahan penulisan, khususnya dalam menggunaan tanda baca. Di samping narasi yang begitu cantik, buku ini juga tidak lepas dari alur yang cukup membingungkan. Jadi, jika memilih untuk membaca buku ini, saya sarankan untuk menyalurkan seluruh fokus ke dalam buku.

Secara keseluruhan, saya tidak menyesal membaca buku ini karena penggambaran mengenai kebudayaan Bali terasa begitu detail sembari mempelajari kehidupan para penari.

Dang! The rollercoaster emotion, I felt like riding the highest rollercoaster on Earth. I love how the author played with the structure of this graphic novel, and even in some parts, the character felt like breaking the 4th wall just to talk to the reader. Well, considering this one is the memoir so it was a point plus for this graphic novel because I’ve never read something like this one. I need a moment to connect with the narrative but overall it was interesting but also the graphics actually concerning. This book deals with mental illness, loneliness, and the imaginative process. Likewise, I can say this is such the best book for graphic novels that I read so far but wouldn’t suggest it because it might raise some red flags and this book could make you feel uncomfortable.