Please Give Me Love

“I wonder if my feelings will reach you, who has grown up without knowing love and who has become tired of life. You are not alone anymore.” –so reads the letter Ririka, an eighteen year old who has grown up in an orphanage and who has tried to kill herself multiple times, receives unexpectedly one day after her latest su*cide attempt. The sender of the letter, Motojirou’s, honest words strike a chord in her heart, and she decides to write a reply. As they begin to exchange letters back and forth, Ririka begins to slowly open up to the mysterious author of this letter whom she has never even met before, but an unexpected fate awaits the two…

Original Publisher

kobunsha

Original Language

japanese

Type

Published Novel

## My Thoughts on Please Give Me Love "Please Give Me Love" is a relatively short, character-driven story that I recently finished, and I'm still processing my feelings about it. It's a drama with a strong psychological element, and the "slice of life" tag definitely fits. ### First Impressions I have to admit, when I started reading, I wasn't immediately hooked. The narrative is presented through letters, and initially, I found myself skimming over certain details. It felt like the author was perhaps indulging in unnecessary descriptions, and I wasn't sure where the story was going. I was worried the novel was going to drag. ### What Works Well However, I quickly realized that those seemingly "extra" details are actually crucial to building the characters and their relationships. The author does an excellent job of making them feel like real people with complex inner lives. I found myself drawn into their struggles and invested in their emotional journeys. The novel's strength lies in its ability to evoke empathy and understanding for its characters, even when they make questionable choices. The ending, in particular, was incredibly moving. It completely subverted my expectations. I found myself tearing up as the story reached its conclusion, which is a testament to the author's skill in crafting a powerful and emotional narrative. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Please Give Me Love" is a worthwhile read. If you're looking for a quick, impactful story that will leave you thinking long after you've finished it, I highly recommend giving it a try. It might take a little patience to get into, but the payoff is well worth the investment. I'm not sure if it provided a temporary escape from my problems, or if it has bettered me as a person, but I do know it was not a waste of time.