BIBLIOPHOBIA A Memoir

Traci Kato-Kiriyama's delivery of this memoir about life and reading matches its deeply personal subject matter with an introspective tone. Kato-Kiriyama gives equal weight to the author's reflections on her academic career; personal struggles, including breakdowns and identity issues; and literary encounters. As narrator, Kato-Kiriyama maximizes the author's discussion of specific books. Her approach maintains a steady rhythm while shifting subtly in tone when the narrative moves from the literary to the personal. As Kato-Kiriyama's delivery supports the emotional weightiness of these explorations, fans of memoirs will enjoy an engaging and layered listening experience. M.R. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: APRIL 2025]