Books by a Young Author

If you ask me whether these books are intriguing, I’d probably reply, "Well, they're certainly new and maybe a bit experimental..."

After finishing two of them, despite my initial expectation, I realized I’ve fully entered my senior years. I simply can’t relate to these young, working characters who are deeply consumed by things like body fat or highly specialized skills—at least, specialized from my perspective.

I vaguely recall having similar on-edge feelings in the past, but reading about them now and experiencing them vicariously is no longer enjoyable for me.

However, I’m quite sure her writing deeply resonates with today’s youth—much like how Dazai’s books once did for me.