When We Were Orphans

Book Review

Kazuo Ishiguro's novel «When We Were Orphans» received mixed reviews from critics. Many note that Ishiguro masterfully creates an atmosphere and conveys the inner world of the main character, Christopher Banks, a detective trying to solve the mystery of his parents' disappearance in Shanghai. Critics emphasize that the author skillfully uses elements of the detective genre to explore themes of memory, identity, and loss. However, some reviewers feel that the plot occasionally loses momentum and becomes overly convoluted. At the same time, many admire how Ishiguro manages to convey a sense of nostalgia and lostness, making the novel deep and emotionally rich. Overall, the book is intriguing due to its complexity and philosophical reflections, though not all readers may fully connect with its atmosphere.