Ok I've read this book, um let's see about a million times? LOL ok maybe not that many but I have read it more than 5 times and this latest still reminded me how much I love this book.
Chiyo and her sister are plucked from their little fishing village and taken to the city (Kyoto). Separated there, Chiyo finds herself in a geisha house. With her startling grey eyes it is deemed she would make a fine geisha. Thus sets her on the path that will be full of sorrow, learning, rivals and beauty.
I love this book. Despite what people say, Arthur sucks you into the world of becoming a geisha. While not all of it is based on truth there is still some that is and the harsh beauty of a world of these women. He creates a unique perspective and if you aren't a history buff, read this book with an open mind and lose yourself in the world he creates you will enjoy it.
I loved the movie as well (same title). First time I think I can say that about a book turned into a movie. There certainly are things that are left out that makes reading the book over again worth it, but the movie is so worth it too.
I would (and do!) recommend this book.
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