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Book Review of When the Emperor Was Divine

When the Emperor Was Divine
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Helpful Score: 2


While we all know this sad story, a shocking and embarrassing one for our country, Ms. Otsuka gives it a face. And a heart. Her writing style is elegantly simple, managing to give life and color and page turning drama in very few words. A quick read, but one that stays with you.