Fallen Angel by Jonelle Patrick: review.

Although I have visited Tokyo several times, I have never been to a host club and I didn't find the idea appealing either. 

However, Jonelle Patrick describes the world of those popular clubs in Kabukicho very skilfully and tactfully. The reader understands the situation of the workers of those places and gets an insight into a world unknown to most foreign visitors.

I liked the characters and I found the plot interesting and entertaining at the same time. This was my first book by the author but I feel hooked now to her Only in Tokyo series and I think I may end up reading all of them.

I strongly recommend this novel to fans of Japanese culture and to curious readers.

Simple Christmas Salad

 

Ingredients: 

Fresh tomatoes

Ripe avocado

Fresh Mozzarella cheese

Olive oil

Soy sauce

Lemon juice

Sesame seeds

My Favourite Christmas Carol

 During these times of social distancing, singing carols via Meet may be the only alternative. I've always liked this song and I hope you like it too!

 

Love in Translation by Wendy Nelson Tokunaga: a book and a song

 

A really fun and at the same time interesting read for these times. I loved that the author included lots of Japanese words and expressions. If you are a fan of Japanese culture and want to read a story that takes place in modern Japan which includes references to traditional customs, food, karaoke and love, this book is for you.

You cannot miss this video in which Wendy Nelson sings the beautiful song that appears in the book.