A Wild Sheep Chase

6/1/2009

Haruki Murakami's spellbinding novel "A Wild Sheep Chase" is an enthralling and intricate tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. After appropriating a picture of a pastoral scene for an advertisement, an advertising executive finds himself on the hunt for a particular sheep that appears in the image. With an ultimatum from a dangerous stranger urging him to find the sheep or face the consequences, our unnamed protagonist embarks on a journey through Tokyo and the far reaches of northern Japan. Along the way, he faces dangerous obstacles and confronts his own demons in an adventure that is both surreal and compelling. Murakami's unique blend of whimsy and suspense creates a reading experience that will leave you breathless and wanting more.

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