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Howl’s Moving Castle
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Start date
June 1, 2020
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July 1, 2020
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June's Bookclub Pick!
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Brittani (Book_Byrd)
I had never seen the actual Studio Ghibli film before reading. so, I read this and then watched. I will say these can be enjoyed both as separate creative works as well as complimenting one another.
The tones of this book are more humorous, particularly British humor which since the film is Japanese the tonal shift definitely occurs mostly because of this, in my opinion.
I feel like the romance was also played up more in the film. The book also felt a bit lighter with less emphasis on a war over
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Maranda
Jun 25, 2020 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
I loved loved loved this book. If I could give it more than 5 stars, I would. This is a favorite of the year for me!
E.Elia
Dec 18, 2022 rated it it was ok  ·  review of another edition
i watched anime first then found this book and decide to give a shot and read it , i was surprised cuz i like cartoon more than book , i don't like the end and character in anime better .. so i give this book 2.star ...more
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May 24, 2022 rated it it was amazing
Shelves: save-for-later
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Shelves: physical-tbr
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