47 pages • 1 hour read
Mieko Kawakami, Transl. Sam Bett, Transl. David BoydHeaven: A Novel
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Heaven by Mieko Kawakami, translated by Sam Bett and David Boyd, has been praised for its poignant exploration of bullying and adolescent suffering. The lyrical prose and deep psychological insights stand out, though some reviewers found its bleak themes overwhelming. Overall, it is considered a powerful, thought-provoking novel with richly developed characters.
Who Should Read Heaven?
Readers who appreciate Heaven by Mieko Kawakami, translated by Sam Bett and David Boyd, are drawn to introspective, character-driven narratives exploring themes of bullying, trauma, and resilience. They may enjoy the emotionally charged prose similar to Haruki Murakami’s Norwegian Wood and Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend.
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