Lost Souls Meet Under a Full Moon

Beloved by readers, this Japanese magical realist mystery, selling over a million copies, captivates fans of BEFORE THE COFFEE GETS COLD. Imagine having the chance to meet any deceased person of your choice for just one night. Hirase, a young woman from Tokyo, seeks out The Go-Between for this very experience but is surprised when a teenage boy arrives. Sporting a preppy look with a duffel coat and carrying a notebook, he claims the ability to converse with the dead and offers them a fleeting return to the living world, as Hirase gathered from her online research.The Go-Between outlines specific rules: you can meet a deceased person only once, for one night; they must not have been summoned by anyone else before, and they can choose to decline the invitation. Remarkably, this service is provided free of charge. Five characters, including Hirase, seek this unique opportunity to connect with lost loved ones.What is the enigma surrounding this clever young man with his notebook, and why does he choose a chilly hospital carpark for these meetings? Remarkably original and profoundly moving, THE GO-BETWEEN delves into the marvels of life, the enchantment found in everyday moments, and the significance of friendship and reconciliation, crafted by one of Japan's most cherished authors in the magical realist mystery genre.