Description
Discover a heartwarming tale of love, loss, and healing in this beautifully crafted novel from the bestselling author of 'The Phone Box at the Edge of the World'. Set against the serene backdrop of Japan's Teshima island, this poignant story invites readers to explore the essence of their own heartbeats. In a unique library dedicated to preserving the heartbeats of both the living and the departed, we follow Shuichi, a reflective illustrator, and Kenta, an endearing young boy, as they form an unbreakable bond that transcends their individual griefs.
As Shuichi seeks to mend the pieces of his life after losing his mother, Kenta's presence becomes a catalyst for connection and understanding. Their journey to the library of heartbeats symbolizes the healing power of friendship, as they learn to confront their pasts and embrace hope for the future. This compelling narrative masterfully weaves themes of friendship, loss, and the profound impact of shared experiences.
Published by Bonnier in 2024, this novel is not just a story; it’s an experience that reminds us to listen to our hearts and appreciate the fleeting moments of life. Perfect for fans of contemporary fiction and Japanese literature, this book will resonate with anyone who has faced loss and sought solace in unexpected places.
**Delivery Information:** Enjoy fast and reliable shipping options tailored to your needs, ensuring that your copy of this heartfelt novel arrives swiftly for your reading pleasure.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786583123
Year: 2024
Publisher: Bonnier
Description:
From the international bestselling author of The Phone Box at the Edge of the World: a powerful, moving novel of grief, hope, friendship and love based around a real archive on an island in Japan, where people travel to record their heartbeats.
To find what you have lost, you must listen to your heart . . .
On the peaceful Japanese island of Teshima there is a library of heartbeats, a place where the heartbeats of visitors from all around the world are collected. In this small, isolated building, the heartbeats of people who are still alive or have already passed away continue to echo.
Several miles away, in the ancient city of Kamakura, two lonely souls meet: Shuichi, a forty-year-old illustrator, who returns to his home-town to fix up the house of his recently deceased mother, and eight-year-old Kenta, a child who wanders like a shadow around Shuichi's house.
Day by day, the trust between Shuichi and Kenta grows until they discover they share a bond that will tie them together for life. Their journey will lead them to Teshima and to the library of heartbeats . . .
PRAISE FOR THE AUTHOR AND THE PHONE BOX AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD:
'Absolutely breathtaking' Christy Lefteri, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo
'A moving and uplifting anatomisation of grief' Sunday Times
'Strangely beautiful, uplifting and memorable, it's a book to savour' Choice, Book of the Month
'A poignant, atmospheric novel' Daily Mail
'A striking haiku of
As Shuichi seeks to mend the pieces of his life after losing his mother, Kenta's presence becomes a catalyst for connection and understanding. Their journey to the library of heartbeats symbolizes the healing power of friendship, as they learn to confront their pasts and embrace hope for the future. This compelling narrative masterfully weaves themes of friendship, loss, and the profound impact of shared experiences.
Published by Bonnier in 2024, this novel is not just a story; it’s an experience that reminds us to listen to our hearts and appreciate the fleeting moments of life. Perfect for fans of contemporary fiction and Japanese literature, this book will resonate with anyone who has faced loss and sought solace in unexpected places.
**Delivery Information:** Enjoy fast and reliable shipping options tailored to your needs, ensuring that your copy of this heartfelt novel arrives swiftly for your reading pleasure.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786583123
Year: 2024
Publisher: Bonnier
Description:
From the international bestselling author of The Phone Box at the Edge of the World: a powerful, moving novel of grief, hope, friendship and love based around a real archive on an island in Japan, where people travel to record their heartbeats.
To find what you have lost, you must listen to your heart . . .
On the peaceful Japanese island of Teshima there is a library of heartbeats, a place where the heartbeats of visitors from all around the world are collected. In this small, isolated building, the heartbeats of people who are still alive or have already passed away continue to echo.
Several miles away, in the ancient city of Kamakura, two lonely souls meet: Shuichi, a forty-year-old illustrator, who returns to his home-town to fix up the house of his recently deceased mother, and eight-year-old Kenta, a child who wanders like a shadow around Shuichi's house.
Day by day, the trust between Shuichi and Kenta grows until they discover they share a bond that will tie them together for life. Their journey will lead them to Teshima and to the library of heartbeats . . .
PRAISE FOR THE AUTHOR AND THE PHONE BOX AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD:
'Absolutely breathtaking' Christy Lefteri, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo
'A moving and uplifting anatomisation of grief' Sunday Times
'Strangely beautiful, uplifting and memorable, it's a book to savour' Choice, Book of the Month
'A poignant, atmospheric novel' Daily Mail
'A striking haiku of