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Battle Royale: Remastered (Battle Royale (Novel)) Paperback – April 1, 2014

by Koushun Takami (Author), Nathan Collins (Translator)
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In a dystopian future Japan, forty-two junior high school students are outfitted with weapons and bid to kill one another until there is only one left standing.

Koushun Takami's notorious high-octane thriller envisions a nightmare scenario: a class of junior high school students is taken to a deserted island where, as part of a ruthless authoritarian program, they are provided arms and forced to kill until only one survivor is left standing. Criticized as violent exploitation when first published in Japan—where it became a runaway best seller—Battle Royale is a Lord of the Flies for the 21st century, a potent allegory of what it means to be young and (barely) alive in a dog-eat-dog world.
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Koushun Takami was born in 1969 in Amagasaki near Osaka and grew up in Kagawa Prefecture of Shikoku (the fourth largest island in Japan), where he currently resides. After graduating from Osaka University with a degree in literature, he worked for a newspaper company, Shikoku Shinbun, for five years, reporting on politics, police reports, and economics. Also, he attended Nihon University’s liberal arts correspondence-course program and acquired an English teaching certificate for junior high and high school.

Battle Royale, completed after Takami left the newspaper company, was his debut work and his only novel published so far. With its publication in Japan in 1999, it received widespread support and became a best seller. Battle Royale was serialized as a comic, made into a feature film in 2000, and has been translated into more than ten languages. Since its initial release, Battle Royale continues to be a cult favorite in Japan and internationally.

In 2012, Battle Royale: Angels' Border, a spin-off manga scripted by Koushun Takami, was released.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1421565986
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Haikasoru; Translation edition (April 1, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 656 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781421565989
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1421565989
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 1.8 x 8 inches
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Rafael Rivera
5.0 out of 5 stars names in this book will be hard to keep track even if you seen the movie
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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its an enthralling rollercoaster of emotions that will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout a rainy weekend. The inside covers of the book provide detailed maps that add an immersive element to the story, making the experience even more captivating.

One of the unique challenges of the book is keeping track of the myriad of character names, especially for those who have seen the movie adaptation. However, this complexity adds a layer of depth to the narrative, allowing readers to delve into the intricate relationships and dynamics among the characters.

The novel's length may seem daunting at first, but fear not – it's a perfect companion for a lazy, rainy weekend. Once you start, you won't be able to put it down. Takami masterfully weaves a tale that not only explores the physical battles in the infamous program but also delves into the intricate mental states of the characters. This provides a rich and nuanced understanding of their motivations, fears, and alliances.

For those who enjoyed the movie, "Battle Royale" the book is a must-read. It goes into intricate details about the characters' actions, offering a profound exploration of the nuances that were merely hinted at in the film. Every twist and turn is magnificently laid out, creating an experience that is both thrilling and psychologically profound.

In conclusion, "Battle Royale" is a literary gem that transcends the boundaries of its genre. It's a journey into the depths of human nature, filled with suspense, action, and a profound exploration of the human psyche. Dive in, and you won't be disappointed, trust my i bought this book twice
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the movie? You'll love the book.
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I found the Battle Royale film back in 2006 on the internet due to the controvery surrounding it, giving it a legendary status akin to Miike's Audition, and adored it. Criticized as violent exploitation when first published in Japan, where it then proceeded to become a runaway bestseller and a MASSIVE and poignant culturally relevant success. Lots of vividly described gore and carnage throughout. Some detailed explanations include eyeballs popping, decapitations, holes shot in bodies, exposed brains or guts, and more. This book is not for the faint of heart.

One of the most amazing things about Battle Royale is how the author manages to give his characters fairly fleshed-out lives, despite how many students there are. Most middle school students in real life have cliques and crushes, and these are no exception. (See the circled labels and dotted lines in the chart.) Despite the danger, they find their friends and their beloved. Readers know middle school love hardly survives, but the characters want to die without regrets. They feel compelled to confess their feelings, lose their virginity, or apologize to their friend before they become the next target.

The dialogue is natural and hardly ever preachy. Some of the kids involved in politics wax poetic about the country and its failings. Most of them, though, are content to gossip about their crushes or other students. They talk about their families, hobbies, and pasts. They make plans for a future they may never see.

Battle Royale is much more than “the first Hunger Games" or the book it ripped off. Its beautiful characterization of a huge cast is phenomenal. The teens are complex human beings, and both their lives and deaths reflect this. While the book is exceptionally gruesome, those deaths tell a story and give dignity to the young lives that just ended. Its pacing keeps readers on their toes, but never drags out too long and I think Battle Royale is a great "step up" for someone who enjoyed the premise of Hunger Games but wants something heavier and more grounded in reality for adults.

Whether it be lessons on working together to forge off seemingly impossible situation, the dangers of being a political ideolog and sycophant or conveying the generational gap between adults and teenagers and how adults treat teenagers like idiot rebels without a cause, I was both surprised and pleased to walk away with a different point of view than I had upon beginning this eye opening work of fiction.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Masterpiece
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024
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Ruth
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book But It is Dark
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This is a dark book. I mention that in advance because I don't usually read fiction this dark. But this was a referral from someone I knew and liked, so I bought a copy. This English translation, by the way, is excellent.

The basic setup of this book is that a 9th grade class has been selected to go to an island and fight until only student is alive. They are given collars that track their every move, and the people in charge can hear everything they're saying. Sections of the island are off limits at different times, and if they happen to be in an off-limit area, the collar will explode, thereby killing them. So they have to constantly be on the move.

Three main characters emerge in the story, though we are given pretty much the point of view and background of every character in it. This can slow down some of the reading, even though I will admit it made for some heart wrenching moments and really brought home some of the horror of an entire class being told they must kill each other. This is a violent book. The author goes into detail over the way everyone dies.

But that being said, there is a spark of hope in the middle of all the horror that takes place. This emerges best in the three main characters, two boys and a girl, who are desperately trying to find a way to stay alive and escape the island. I won't give the ending away, but it was one of the best endings I've ever read in a book. There was a great twist, and though I can't say this book gave me a warm and fuzzy feeling, it did satisfy me. I'd recommend this to people who are okay with reading darker fiction. I wouldn't recommend it to those who prefer light reading.
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