Hace mucho tiempo que quería leer está historia. Me encanta y me recuerda a mi infancia.

Los doce reunió trata de esta chica llamada Yoko Nakajima. Repentinamente, ella es transportada a otro mundo. Allí, acaba descubriendo que es la elegida del cielo para convertirse en la soberana del reino de Kei, uno de los doce reinos.

Vemos cómo Yoko pasa de ser una chica tímida, con muchos miedos, a una mujer fuerte y decidida. En este proceso, ella enfrenta numerosos desafíos y obstáculos, pero no se rinde. Aprende a confiar en sí misma y a usar sus habilidades y dones para luchar por lo que cree.

Esta historia es una aventura emocionante que nos muestra que nadie es demasiado tímido o débil para hacer grandes cosas. Solo necesitamos tener el coraje de enfrentar nuestros miedos y la determinación de seguir adelante, incluso cuando las cosas se ponen difíciles.

I truly loved the world building in this book. It was so vivid and detailed that it really pulled me in and made me feel like I was part of that fictional world. The main character's inner journey was also very interesting. Watching them grow and change throughout the story was captivating.

However, as a whole, the book didn't completely satisfy me. There were times when I felt that the pacing was a bit off or that certain plot points could have been developed more fully.

I'm not sure if this was an issue with the original writing or if it might be an issue with the translation. It's possible that some of the nuances and subtleties got lost in the translation process.

Overall, I still enjoyed the book and would recommend it to others who are interested in this genre. But I do think that it could have been even better with a few tweaks and improvements.

This is a world of great depth. It is quite evident that the author Fuyumi Ono has meticulously planned our discovery of the Twelve Kingdoms.

Fans of the anime might find this first novel of the series a bit sluggish. This is because the anime appears to have condensed the story to fit several novels within each season. However, first-time readers will surely enjoy this initial tour of this exotic world.

The weak point of this story lies in Yoko's lingering experience in the wilderness. It somewhat resembled Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, in the sense that it dragged on for too long through the misery in the wilderness. This is the very reason why I gave this only 3 stars. But I must confess that I might have been influenced by experiencing the condensed version first.

Nevertheless, the rich development of the world compensates for the slower progress. And I will most definitely seek out the next installment in the series.

Fuyumi Ono, with the Twelve Kingdoms series, has crafted a high fantasy universe that can stand shoulder to shoulder with the more commonly known medieval European settings. Her creation, which draws inspiration from ancient China, features a highly intricate cultural and political system, cleverly intertwined with the "rational" application of magic.

Simultaneously, the trilogy of novels chronicling Youko's adventure is a classic examination of the hero's journey, also known as the "monomyth." The moral growth of her character, represented by her encounters with the vexing id of a monkey spirit, culminates in a profound and fulfilling resolution.

From a more technical perspective, I especially praise Shadow of the Moon, a Sea of Shadows for the author's masterful use of a single point of view (POV) narrative. This is a technique that is seldom executed so proficiently.

It should be noted that my comments are based on the Japanese editions. I have also compiled a bibliography of some of the other available English translations. However, it's worth mentioning that the TokyoPop versions are currently out of print.

The Twelve Kingdoms is a Japanese light novel series that holds a special place among my favorites. In 2014, I wrote a review and now, I still largely feel the same way, though I've upgraded my rating from 3.5 to 4 stars. I'm still hopeful for a license rescue to see official translations of the un-published books by Tokyopop. I'd even rebuy the ones I own. I have multiple copies of Taiki's book just as a backup.

The story is introduced through Yoko Nakajima, a high school student in Japan. At first, she's bland, with her only standout feature being her red hair. One day, a strange man named Keiki appears and tries to take her away. When terrifying creatures attack, he hands her a sword and forces her to kill for the first time. They escape to a new world but soon get separated. Yoko just wants to go home but has to find Keiki and learn to survive in this dangerous place.

I had mixed memories of the first book. This time, I liked it more as I understood the story better. However, it wasn't an enjoyable read. Yoko faces numerous hardships, being betrayed, forced to kill demons, and tormented. She also isn't very likeable, having flaws like not standing up to bullies and lying. But she does grow and is forced to reflect on herself.

The writing didn't quite work for me, but the world of the Twelve Kingdoms is fascinating. Yoko often receives lectures about this world, which should have been boring but wasn't. Characters like Rakushun provide interesting information. Overall, it was worth a reread, though I'm disappointed with the series' structure. The anime does a better job of tying up loose ends.

Around two thirds of the book is about an extremely sad girl. She has been isekai'd into a cruel fantasy world. There, she finds herself crying and barely surviving alone in the woods.

Despite the harsh circumstances, this part of the story really rocks. It rocks hard. The author does an excellent job of描绘 the girl's emotions and the difficult situation she is in.

The reader can't help but feel sympathy for the girl and root for her to overcome the challenges she faces. The description of the woods and the fantasy world adds to the overall atmosphere of the story, making it even more engaging.

Overall, this is a great read for anyone who enjoys fantasy novels with a touch of sadness and adventure.

I have a profound love for the Juuni Kokki anime. Gradually, I have been delving into one of the later novels in this series. However, when I spotted this first book at the library, I couldn't resist picking it up.

It presents a remarkable story, featuring a complex and intricately detailed world that is brimming with adventure, demons, and political intrigue.

Nevertheless, I believe that if I hadn't already watched the anime and been aware of how the characters evolve and develop, I would have been extremely irritated with Youko. Throughout almost the entire book, she comes across as helpless and whiny.

Thankfully, now I am motivated to complete reading my other Juuni Kokki novel. Although, perhaps I will be a bit lazy and simultaneously refresh my memory by referring to the English translation of the second novel, which I also obtained.

This way, I can enhance my understanding and enjoyment of this captivating series.

I'm a little on the fence about this book.

I initially bought it simply because it was extremely cheap. Moreover, I had frequently come across it during my previous job at a library and had always thought it looked interesting.

However, when I began reading it, I was filled with disappointment. The pace was slow, and it seemed to be going in circles most of the time. Additionally, Yoko, the main character, appeared to be very unrelatable and almost unreal.

But then, as I neared the end of the book, the story started to gain momentum. Surprisingly, I actually ended up enjoying the last 100 pages quite a bit. It was as if a switch had been flipped, and the story finally started to come alive.

Overall, my experience with this book was a bit of a mixed bag. While the beginning was rather lackluster, the ending managed to salvage some of my interest. I'm not sure if I would recommend it to others, but it did have its redeeming qualities.

It took me a considerable amount of time to determine my rating for this particular book, but ultimately, I decided to give it a 3.5-star rating.

The reason I chose to read this book was simple: I have a weakness for stories set in or related to Japan. I used it as my "Year of Asian Stories" prompt during my Lord of the TBR game in October 2019.

However, the book has several flaws that I need to address. One of the most irritating tropes is the dream sequence. In the beginning, we are presented with an exciting action scene that leads us to believe we are about to learn how the protagonist, Yoko, came to this new world. But then, it turns out to be just a dream. This is a cheap trick that disappoints the reader.

Another issue is the weak writing. Yoko spends half the book "nodding" and "smiling," which makes her seem like a one-dimensional character. The author also overuses the word "Yoko" at the beginning of sentences, which becomes repetitive and annoying.

In addition, there are several typos and errors in the book, which can be distracting. One particular scene on page 444 had a continuity error that really bothered me.

Despite these flaws, the book does have its redeeming qualities. Once I got past the first chapter, the reading experience improved, and I was able to breeze through a large portion of the book. The story of Yoko arriving in a new world and having to find a way to survive was engaging, and I was invested in her journey.

However, towards the end of the book, things started to fall apart. The author introduced some ideas that I found offensive, such as suggesting that atheists have no morality. This was a major turn-off for me, and it made me put the book down for a while.

The last twenty or so pages of the book were also a mess. The reasons for the battle were not well-explained, and the entire final battle scene was skipped. This left me with a lot of questions and a feeling of dissatisfaction.

Overall, while I did enjoy most of the story, the flaws in the writing and the ending prevent me from giving this book a higher rating. I may consider reading the second book in the series, but it's not a priority for me at this time.

This book is truly amazing.

The world that Fuyumi Ono constructs is filled with such astonishing intrigue that it simply draws me in and makes me reluctant to part ways.

The mythology and details are so rich and dense that I initially felt a bit confused. To be honest, I wished the map at the beginning of the book was more detailed. However, that is just a minor point.

I was so deeply engaged in the book that I could easily breeze through 150 pages in a single day. I never wanted this captivating story to come to an end.

Yoko, the protagonist, is also extremely compelling. She loses her trust in others and is forced to re-evaluate her purpose and relationships. As a reader, you get to experience this journey along with her, which makes the reading experience even more immersive and fulfilling.

Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good adventure with a touch of mystery and a well-developed protagonist.

In fact, I didn't finish reading this volume. Because I had watched a few episodes of the Anime dubbed in Romaji in advance, and the novel I found on the Internet was in the Sino-Vietnamese version. Reading in Sino-Vietnamese without understanding the meaning of the names was very uncomfortable, and there was no table explaining the meaning of the names compared to Romaji. Additionally, when I read on the computer, I was too lazy to look and study carefully compared to the paper book. As a result, in the end, I still went back to watch the anime to the end.

Fortunately, when I finished watching, I was still rummaging around and found another version dubbed in Romaji when I searched on Google. It seemed very good, and among the two translated volumes, one volume had not been made into an anime yet. So even though it wasn't completely translated, I was still very happy.

In the movie, there are a few points that are different from the novel, but at this point, I haven't seen any problems with that. The movie is really good, mom. Each time this child doesn't like to watch movies, so there is no such thing as reading, laughing, and slapping the table like a runaway child.

Heaven and earth, when will there be a publisher who buys the copyright of this novel? :((

This book was rather difficult to engage with at the outset. The initial pages seemed a bit slow and uninteresting, making it a bit of a struggle to get into the story. However, as soon as the events within the book started to pick up pace, it became an entirely different experience.

Once the action and plot began to unfold, it was nearly impossible to put the book down. The story had such a captivating hold that I found myself completely immersed. Sadly, though, the realities of work and house chores inevitably got in the way.

I had to tear myself away from the book to attend to these responsibilities, much to my disappointment. If you're interested in hearing more about my thoughts on this and other books, be sure to check out my Facebook page “dreaming book reviews” or @wildechildreviews.

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