This is a coming-of-age story of a quiet and serious young college student named Toru who is devoted to a beautiful young woman named Naoko, but their mutual passion is marked by the tragic death of their best friend years before. This is the story of Toru's first, hopeless and heroic love but also a story of monotonous normal life expressed in a beautiful way.
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This was such a dark and depressing book that had me traveling back to past and bring out so many emotions that I kept pushing aside for years. Even though it was gloomy and all tragic, a ray of light did come out at the very end. I finished reading this couple of days back but I couldn't bring myself to put my feelings into words because I don't want people to think this one was bad just because it is dark. I am not sure I have the right words even today. It was all about the feelings I felt and I think everyone will definitely have a personal experience with this which can't be put into words. It took a part of me when the story was over and I think that space in mine will always be empty that way. This is what Murakami's writing does to you. This is why I love him so much. This is why this book is my heart. This is why I loved it so much ❤️ I would definitely recommend to each and everyone of you here. READ IT! YOU WILL LOVE IT!