This story is divided into two sections.
One is Ikuko’s story. She is a main character and is going to marry. And she goes to England to develop her English and meets Bernerd who is an African student in England. Then, they became attracted to each other. However, their position are very difficult to be in love.
The other is Joyce and Taka’s story. Joyce are very famous media-scientist but she is unfriendly. So Taka does not like her very much except her presentation. One day, he rescues her when she steps on stonefish. After that, their mental distance lessen quickly. In fact, they have suprising in common.
When I read this book, I could not undestrand very much. Who is Joyce? Why did the story change in the middle of story?However, I can understand second times. This story is consisted of Ikuko’s past and present. In addtion, it have profound implication. What would you do if you love the person who you must not be in love? Do you believe your destiney? I think I want to believe my destiney because life is easy system but it seems to be complicated. I like this story and I recommend many people who believe their destinies to read Staying Together!