#75 "Gadara no Buta" was beyond my expectations.

It was much more interesting than I expected.

She picked up this work after it was recommended in another book. Although it is a massive piece spanning over 900 pages, she felt so drawn into the story that she didn't feel its length at all and finished it in no time. The immersion in the world of the novel is conveyed through the passion in her voice, even in this radio show where she usually shares casual daily records.

We also touch on the author's unexpected background.

Ikuko was completely captivated by the development surrounding African sorcery, which is the core of the story, and the compelling narrative. She reveals that the author, Ramo Nakajima, was actually a senior alumnus of her university. While sharing this connection, she also reflects on her own student life at the time and the somewhat unique atmosphere of the university, speaking about the surprising bond she feels with the work.

Please listen to the full episode for more.

In the main episode, she touches on the core elements of the work and the personal surprises she experienced while reading it. The discussion goes even deeper, so please make sure to listen to the full episode.