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Rika Sugiyama writes contemporary fiction and has always been fascinated by character-driven stories. They hold a degree in English Literature and previously worked as an editor before transitioning to writing their own books. Rika Sugiyama lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Joseph BrownJune 15, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
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Daniel LewisJuly 01, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Matthew GomezJune 25, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Stephanie ParkerJuly 22, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
John HallMarch 30, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Anthony SmithDecember 11, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Lisa ParkerJune 13, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Melissa SanchezDecember 03, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth WalkerOctober 19, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sarah NelsonJuly 14, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Jennifer HernandezFebruary 11, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Dorothy AllenDecember 02, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Mark HarrisNovember 22, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Margaret WilliamsFebruary 05, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Jennifer WhiteNovember 25, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Elizabeth GarciaAugust 22, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Patricia GonzalezDecember 12, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Melissa GomezSeptember 12, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
Melissa ThompsonJune 09, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Betty WilliamsMay 24, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Daniel HernandezSeptember 20, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Eric RobertsMarch 22, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth ParkerJuly 31, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
Kenneth KingMay 13, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ashley PerezJune 18, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Donna AllenOctober 18, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nancy ScottApril 08, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
John TurnerSeptember 04, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Steven MartinezMay 30, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Elizabeth JonesDecember 29, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sarah MartinFebruary 26, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Rebecca DiazFebruary 17, 2025
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Sarah LewisJuly 06, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Sharon WhiteJanuary 19, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Carol NelsonApril 19, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Paul GomezNovember 26, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Mark AdamsJanuary 08, 2025
It was okay. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Just right down the middle.
Patricia ReyesSeptember 28, 2024
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joshua ThompsonMarch 02, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Dorothy NelsonMay 19, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Charles ThomasJuly 03, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Eric MitchellDecember 23, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Ryan RodriguezApril 18, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward JonesNovember 26, 2024
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Kevin GarciaFebruary 11, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon TaylorJune 23, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Melissa CruzOctober 16, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Edward SmithMay 20, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Thomas LopezJune 04, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Mary TaylorMarch 02, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Joshua NelsonOctober 24, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joseph BrownOctober 10, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Mark MartinezFebruary 28, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. A generous 3 stars.
Linda BakerMarch 05, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ryan CarterMay 28, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Amanda MartinezSeptember 07, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michael JohnsonSeptember 22, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Emily JohnsonMarch 16, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Gary JacksonJune 22, 2025
An average read for me. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Andrew TorresJune 04, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Jacob LopezMay 06, 2025
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Margaret WilliamsJune 18, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nicholas ParkerJune 19, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nancy BrownJune 23, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Charles SanchezJanuary 26, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Matthew KingJune 05, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Charles CarterJune 22, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Linda BakerNovember 06, 2024
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Andrew WilsonNovember 12, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Jacob YoungApril 29, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Stephanie CarterOctober 08, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
John CruzJuly 07, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
Donald JohnsonOctober 08, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Patricia PerezNovember 12, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Edward EvansDecember 30, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sharon AdamsSeptember 14, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Daniel CampbellJuly 22, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Stephanie BrownApril 17, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Daniel LewisSeptember 07, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Joshua GonzalezJanuary 21, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Eric MartinApril 01, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Gary LewisSeptember 20, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Robert CarterJune 13, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Margaret GomezNovember 26, 2025
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Betty MitchellJuly 22, 2024
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
Lisa ParkerApril 21, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Donald MartinJuly 14, 2025
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
George RamirezDecember 15, 2024
It was just alright. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Mark AndersonJune 30, 2024
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donald JohnsonJuly 16, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Elizabeth WilliamsJanuary 16, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Andrew WilsonJune 03, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon AdamsApril 09, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Patricia CruzApril 14, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Rebecca ParkerSeptember 08, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Joshua NelsonJune 21, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Nicholas NelsonFebruary 12, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Patricia HallJanuary 27, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
David RamirezNovember 19, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Karen JacksonOctober 19, 2025
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Susan DiazJanuary 04, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donna SmithAugust 16, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Patricia PerezApril 19, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Karen MitchellApril 20, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Mary TaylorAugust 13, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Donna MooreJanuary 01, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Margaret CruzDecember 12, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Richard AdamsJanuary 27, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Matthew GomezSeptember 22, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Patricia ReyesFebruary 12, 2025
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Charles NguyenDecember 03, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Melissa ClarkAugust 02, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Daniel PerezOctober 20, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Daniel HernandezJuly 27, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Karen JacksonMarch 08, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michael JohnsonJuly 10, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Michael NguyenSeptember 06, 2024
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Mark HarrisMay 25, 2024
It was okay. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Patricia ThomasJuly 06, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Lisa ParkerAugust 19, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nicholas AndersonMay 03, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Joseph NguyenJanuary 14, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Nicholas KingJuly 17, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Joseph EvansAugust 18, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nicholas AndersonApril 11, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Cynthia WalkerMarch 25, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Paul LewisJuly 26, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Kenneth KingJune 15, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Mary PerezAugust 06, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Thomas EvansSeptember 08, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
John HallApril 24, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
George EdwardsMay 13, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Mark ThompsonJune 12, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Andrew TorresAugust 19, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Steven JacksonMarch 18, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Stephanie ParkerDecember 11, 2025
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Lisa LeeFebruary 18, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
William HarrisJanuary 14, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Elizabeth GonzalezNovember 25, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jennifer ReyesFebruary 27, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Mark KingSeptember 14, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Kevin RiveraJanuary 04, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Mary TaylorDecember 24, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nancy MooreDecember 13, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Edward MitchellOctober 07, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Margaret MillerFebruary 22, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Kimberly CampbellMarch 07, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
James WhiteMay 27, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Ryan EvansJanuary 10, 2024
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.