I like Haruki Murakami's books. I've read many of them, and they are really outstanding and special. My favorites are Kafka on the Shore, Norwegian Wood, and 1Q84.
Murakami's simplistic style, layers in the stories, authenticity in the way he opens his inner world to the outside, and all the excitement you feel while chasing after the protagonist make him unique. But after some time, you feel that all the books' essences are similar. So I took a break to read Murakami.
Nowadays, I read Sally Rooney. Some critics bash her style, but I must admit that she is very good at writing novels. Her storytelling style is fluid, and her observations are excellent. It is easy for the reader to easily put themselves in the protagonist's place and follow the story. I would recommend them :)
I agree with you on your observation on Murakami's style. Can't consume it all in one go, as there are too many similarities in plot. I tend to keep his books for my reading slumps. I don't mind familiarities to rekindle my reading spirits.
I have also heard a lot about Sally Rooney. I am yet to read her novels. Thank you for recommending. Will let you know, when I get to read one.
P.S: Kafka on the Shore and Norwegian Wood are my favorites too.
I like Haruki Murakami's books. I've read many of them, and they are really outstanding and special. My favorites are Kafka on the Shore, Norwegian Wood, and 1Q84.
Murakami's simplistic style, layers in the stories, authenticity in the way he opens his inner world to the outside, and all the excitement you feel while chasing after the protagonist make him unique. But after some time, you feel that all the books' essences are similar. So I took a break to read Murakami.
Nowadays, I read Sally Rooney. Some critics bash her style, but I must admit that she is very good at writing novels. Her storytelling style is fluid, and her observations are excellent. It is easy for the reader to easily put themselves in the protagonist's place and follow the story. I would recommend them :)
I agree with you on your observation on Murakami's style. Can't consume it all in one go, as there are too many similarities in plot. I tend to keep his books for my reading slumps. I don't mind familiarities to rekindle my reading spirits.
I have also heard a lot about Sally Rooney. I am yet to read her novels. Thank you for recommending. Will let you know, when I get to read one.
P.S: Kafka on the Shore and Norwegian Wood are my favorites too.