Six Crimson Cranes

In what ways is Kiki, Shiori’s enchanted paper crane, Shiori’s “unlikely voice of reason” (61)? How does Kiki help Shiori on her Quest for Truth and Self-Acceptance?

Lim incorporates different terrains throughout Shiori’s journey. How do the various terrains reflect Shiori’s mindset?

Shiori and her six brothers are not the only characters who make dramatic sacrifices to achieve their goals. How do the antagonists’ sacrifices compare? Do any of the antagonists’ sacrifices read as noble?

Despite Shiori maturing through a fantastical Coming of Age, how does Lim ground the experience to make it relatable to modern readers?

How do Shiori and her brothers approach their royal responsibilities differently? How does their quest to break Raikama’s curse change their priorities and the way they view each other?

What literary devices does Lim utilize to create ongoing suspense? Include examples from the text.

How do Shiori’s suitors, Takkan and Seryu, approach their relationship with her, and what do their approaches imply about their characters?

Most of the characters harbor at least one secret. Compare at least two characters, and how they react when someone discovers their truth.