Lonely Castle in the Mirror
Lonely Castle in the Mirror by Mizuki Tsujimura, published by Penguin Books in 2022, is a captivating narrative that intertwines elements of fantasy and contemporary fiction. This edition, comprising 354 pages, invites readers into a tranquil neighborhood in Tokyo where seven teenagers discover their mirrors glowing. As they touch the mirrors, they are transported to a magical castle filled with winding stairways and watchful portraits, where they must confront their deepest secrets to save a friend.
In this enchanting tale, the characters face a series of clues leading to a hidden room that promises a wish to one of them, but they must leave the castle by five o’clock to avoid punishment. As the story unfolds, themes of empathy, collaboration, and the importance of sharing personal truths emerge, highlighting the significance of human connection in overcoming loneliness and anxiety. This book presents a unique blend of fairy tale elements and coming-of-age experiences, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in the intersections of fantasy and reality.
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For fans of BEFORE THE COFFEE GETS COLD, fairy tale and magic are weaved together in sparse language that belies a flooring emotional punch.
‘Strange and beautiful. Imagine the offspring of The Wind-up Bird Chronicle with The Virgin Suicides‘ GUARDIAN
‘Genuinely affecting. A story of empathy, collaboration and sharing truths’ FINANCIAL TIMES
Translated by Philip Gabriel, a translator of Murakami
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Would you share your deepest secrets to save a friend?
In a tranquil neighbourhood of Tokyo, seven teenagers wake to find their bedroom mirrors are shining.
At a single touch, they are pulled from their lonely lives to a wondrous castle filled with winding stairways, watchful portraits and twinkling chandeliers. In this new sanctuary, they are confronted with a set of clues leading to a hidden room where one of them will be granted a wish. But there’s a catch: if they don’t leave the castle by five o’clock, they will be punished.
As time passes, a devastating truth emerges: only those brave enough to share their stories will be saved.
Tender, playful, gripping, LONELY CASTLE IN THE MIRROR is a mesmerizing tale about the importance of reaching out, confronting anxiety and embracing human connection.
Readers love LONELY CASTLE IN THE MIRROR:
***** ‘This book has become one of my favourite Japanese reads of all time . . . A magical heartfelt read that will stay with you’
***** ‘Unexpected, beautiful and heart-breaking . . . this is a work of fiction which reaches into the heart of a modern problem and has valuable insight’
***** ‘Rich and vivid.This book is a symbol that ‘there is always hope’
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