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A review by tetrapakk
Quicksand by Jun'ichirō Tanizaki
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
While the English title doesnt transfer the original meaning of the Japanese one, I think it was chosen very well!
The four characters all get caught in the "quicksand" of passion and desire, and the more they try to kick their way out of it by deceiving and manipulating, the deeper they sink.
It was an incredibly captivating read, never knowing who is really pulling the strings right now, whose scheme will strike next. It feels like you're being pulled down with them, experiencing the same infatuation and hopelessness and suspicion.
The depiction of lesbianism in such an "old" book was also really fascinating to read!
If you are looking for a quick read that has ALL the drama: Look no more.
The four characters all get caught in the "quicksand" of passion and desire, and the more they try to kick their way out of it by deceiving and manipulating, the deeper they sink.
It was an incredibly captivating read, never knowing who is really pulling the strings right now, whose scheme will strike next. It feels like you're being pulled down with them, experiencing the same infatuation and hopelessness and suspicion.
The depiction of lesbianism in such an "old" book was also really fascinating to read!
If you are looking for a quick read that has ALL the drama: Look no more.