Takekurabe 'Growing Up' by Natsu Higuchi
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This short story about coming of age in Japan was a really lovely read. All the characters had their own personalities and characters that it was genuinely hard to believe that they weren't real people.
I really enjoyed it, and although there are cultural references it didn't feel out of place.
4/5 stars.
I wish there'd been a sequel because I'd love to know where our characters lives go- especially Nobu who became a priest! I wonder how his life will change.
Doctor Who: Rose
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Obviously I've seen the episode, but the book has so much more detail than we see on the show. It was really interesting to read Russell's novelisation, and the things he added felt like a welcome addition to the story. Mickey had a band, whereas otherwise he seemed like a loner, and there was a reason that Clive was looking into the Doctor- it came from his childhood.
It was great to re-live the episode, but also to meet minor characters and get new backstories. I really felt that I knew them a bit better.
I think I'll watch the episode with different eyes now, meaning I can enjoy it even more!
5/5 stars.
It was a great read and I'd recommend it
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