The Memory Police - Yoko Ogawa

This book treads the path of just what is to be expected from Japan. It's flight borders on the surreal with the story taking, the route of the far less well trodden.

There's a story within the story, which mimics that of the teller almost identically. But, far enough apart for you wanting to find the conclusion of both. It mirrors the demise of the teller, with whom, as seems to be a Japanese favourite, not telling you the name of the main protagonist. In fact, the only name that I can with some certainty give, is that of the dog (Don).

 

This is up there with some of the best that I have read. I seem to have a love of literature from this part of the world.

Whether, you are new to Japanese works of literature. Or, an old hand. This is something that I recommend as a must read.

Status: Completed.

Rating: 4.7 / 5