Memoirs of a Geisha

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Summary: Hard to believe it is not a true story
Review: I haven't been this intriqued with a book in a long time. Not only was it informative about the life of a geisha but so true to life of the social system in Japan and how people are treated. Golden did a superb job of capturing the true feelings of a girl trying to figure out how she fit into the world. A definite page turner and great recommedation.

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Summary: Truly an enjoyable read
Review: I truly enjoyed reading this book. It was the kind of story that you can't put down and you stay up late to finish reading. I enjoyed the inside look at the life of a geisha and found it presented in an intriguing and tasteful way. I did however, feel that the ending was a bit hasty. It was definitely one of the best books I have read.

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Summary: I obsessively HATE this book
Review: The more I hear how much everyone loves it, "learned so much about 'Orientals'," the more I hate it. Hey, I got an idea, how about I write about three stereotypes of Japanese culture (fisherman, business men and geishas) and pass it off as insight? This book offends me a great deal.

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Summary: Thoughtful , philosophical novel depicting life of a geisha
Review: Usually am not interested in historical or factual fiction, but our book club chose this, and I reluctantly started reading it, only to find myself engrossed with the degree to which the author included wonderful metaphors that brought out extremely important philosopical points to me. The one I especially am referring to is the point at which Sayuri realized she must no longer focus on looking back at the un-retrieveable past, but from then on must face forward and look to the future. It is true for all of us. Read this book in your leisure and experience the nuances present on every page. It is more than a "story." Much wisdom is present on these pages.

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Summary: Is there such a thing as a fictional autobiography?
Review: While a bit superficial in character development, Memoirs of a Geisha is a treasure trove of information on the ladies of entertainment of Japan's history. Though the storyline and plot may be considered dull, the book is a great primer for those unfamiliar with Eastern society. The fact that this was not in fact an autobiography serves to compell the reader to find true first hand accounts from the women who lived the life of a geisha. --This text refers to the hardcover edition of this title

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Summary: Enchanting!
Review: Truly amazing how Golden captures the feelings, experiences, and pleasures of a woman - especially in a fictional piece and of a completely different culture! Didn't want it to end....

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Summary: A Japanese version of Pretty Woman
Review: That says it all

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Summary: An engrossing page turner that can't be put down!
Review: Memoirs was an intriguing and fascinating look into a culture many of us are unfamiliar with. I haven't been this engrossed in a novel in years. I had to keep looking to the back of the novel to remind myself that it was indeed fiction. Though the love story could leave a little to be desired, I sincerely enjoyed it and lapped up every detail.

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Summary: Well Written and Highly Entertaining
Review: A well-detailed highly entertaining and interesting book. Along with FRIED CALAMARI, one of the most interesting and entertaining books I've read in the past year.

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Summary: WONDERFUL WORLD OF A GEISHA
Review: AN EXCELLENT AND ENGROSSING NOVEL. YOU JUST WANT TO KEEP YOUR EYES FIX ON IT. AFTERALL, THERE ISN'T ANOTHER GOOD NOVEL THAT LET READERS EXPERIENCE THE ENTIRE LIFE OF A GEISHA.