One dog changes the life of everyone who takes him in on his journey to reunite with his first owner in this inspiring tribute to the bond between humans and dogs and the life-affirming power of connection.
When Tamon finally reaches his destination, the reunion waiting for him is indeed moving. Seishū imbues Tamon with a nobility that never feels sentimental or overdrawn. With this tender display, he proves himself a gifted storyteller.
Heartbreakingly moving in its simplicity ... Hase’s staccato sentences and straightforward narrative structure should not be mistaken for shallowness... Hase’s novel is ultimately a touching meditation on shining lights in the face of trauma and hopelessness.