Slim and strangely exuberant...[ an] unexpected, absurd humor * New Yorker * A fun and (metaphysical) sexy queer love story, Yagis latest tackles love, loneliness, and the role of womens beauty in society * LitHub * A dreamlike take on desire, loneliness, and the transformative power of being perceived by others * Electric Literature * [ Its] gentle surrealism nevertheless exposes truths about loneliness, beauty, and queer love . . . Fans of Kevin Wilsons Nothing to See Here will appreciate Yagis blend of dark humor and empathy for her characters, while the unconventional love story may appeal to fans of Sky Daddy by Kate Folk or Blob by Maggie Su * Booklist * I was captivated by Rika's strange, frozen world, filled with movement and passion - a perfectly contained and luminous story that reveals a whole world of desire and possibility, right at the heart of loneliness -- Rosie Price, author of THE ORANGE ROOM Another surreal delight * Shelf Awareness * I quickly became addicted and found myself thinking about it long after I had finished -- ***** READER REVIEW Filled with comedy, yet it constantly makes the reader question societal norms -- ***** READER REVIEW Unlike anything I've ever read! -- **** READER REVIEW Effortlessly blends the everyday with the fantastical. A celebration of non-conformity and freedom from societys constraints I found it completely gripping -- **** READER REVIEW Refreshing and unpredictable. I would recommend this book to those who want a short but thought-provoking read -- **** READER REVIEW Delightful if at times unsettling, this is a book that Im sure will stick with me -- **** READER REVIEW Strange and surreal and sad and fun all at the same time -- **** READER REVIEW Beautifully translated, lyrical and enchanting -- **** READER REVIEW A refreshing addition to the Japanese magical realism genreThis was a fun, charming little read with a totally unique plot If youve ever struggled with self-doubt, anxiety or just feeling like you dont quite belong youll relate to and enjoy this read -- **** READER REVIEW