Memoirs of a Geisha: A Novel
by Arthur Golden
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Author: Arthur GoldenEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1999-01-10
ISBN: 0679781587
Number of pages: 448
Publisher: Vintage
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Book Review: It is Cinderella Asian style.
Summary: 3 Stars
I began this book with great exictement, and the first three quarters of the book did not disappoint me. Golden packs the beginning of the novel with wonderful descriptive prose and fascinating detail. Unfortunately his early promise falls flat. The protagonist, Sayuri, is an Asian Cinderella, orphaned by circumstance, left in the care of the okiya's cruel 'stepmother', tormented and betrayed by the wicked 'stepsisters' (Hatsumomo & Pumpkin), while longing for her 'Prince Charming' (The Chairman). This in and of itself is not necessarily a bad thing, but it does make the story predictable. The ending is rushed and lacks the luxurious prose that marks the early part of the book. Despite these flaws, Golden creates wonderful characters who are interesting, and sympathetic. The novel is ripe with information about the mysterious world of the Geisha and offers the reader a fascinating glimpse into Japanese society.
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