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“A fantastically creepy story sure to keep readers up at night… Okiku is one of the most interesting YA characters to date.” RT Book Reviews (4½ stars, Top Pick!)
“A powerful debut…Unfolds with creepy imagery and an intimate appreciation for Japanese horror, myth, and legend.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“A superior creep factor that is pervasive in every lyrical word…Solidly scary and well worth the read.” Booklist
“Just the right blend of contemporary teenage life and the fantasy of a ghost story…Well written and fast paced.” VOYA
“Arnd’t crisp, clean diction smooths over the non-English vocabulary, allowing listeners to luxuriate in the Japanese folklore. Her lyrical delivery of poetic scenes heightens the jolt when evil strikes…The calm tones and even pacing Arndt maintains belie the surrealism of Talk’s and his mother’s experiences while simultaneously racketing the tension. …Although appropriate for teens, this elegant, atmospheric story easily appeals to adults.” Booklist (audio review)