Haruki Murakami’s novel weaves a contemplative and haunting exploration of memory, longing, and the passage of time. The narrative follows Hajime, a man whose seemingly stable adult life is quietly disrupted by the reappearance of a childhood friend. Through precise prose, Murakami delves into the emotional undercurrents that shape identity and the elusive nature of fulfillment, inviting readers to reflect on the choices that define a lifetime and the echoes of the past that persist beneath the surface.

• The past exerts a powerful influence over the present, shaping desires and decisions in subtle...
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