This was just "ok". 
 I thought some of the dialogue was awkward - but as with Never Let Me Go - Ishiguro is really great at setting atmosphere. 
 The main character and narrator Etsuko leaves so much up to the imagination of the reader, I'll admit I came to the end and felt quite disappointed that she didn't tell us more. I suppose that's part of the intrigue of the narrative.This was his first novel, and I look forward to continue making my way through his back list.