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The Bud of Life

by Motoko Shizutani

illus. by Kano Nakajima

Haruka is about to start secondary school this spring. Her cousin, Megumi, has passed her university exams and is moving nearby to live alone. After a long time apart, the two reconnect sharing stories about Megumi’s love life and spending time together during the summer holidays at Megumi’s family home. As their bond grows, Haruka is drawn to Megumi’s sincere nature. Then, one day, a tragic accident happens at a nearby railway crossing… Awarded the “National School Library Association Recommended Book” in 2024, this story explores the meaning of life and reflects on the future.

20 x 14cm cm, 183 pages, Black-and-white illustrations
First published September 2024

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