(tent) The Tale of Seven Nights (Part Two)

Sayo, a fourth-grade elementary school student, lives with her mother. She hasn’t seen her father since her parents divorced. One day, at the town library, Sayo discovers a mysterious book titled The Tale of Seven Nights. As if drawn into the story itself, she and her quiet classmate Honokida find themselves transported into the world of the book. Their fantastical journey unfolds over seven magical nights—encountering the great rat Grickler, the lure of eternal sleep, visions of their young parents, beautiful children, a newborn called Little Pencil, and the looming battle between light and shadow. Where will this extraordinary adventure lead the two children? Hiromi Kawakami’s first full-length fantasy novel is a spellbinding tale of imagination, memory, and courage—perfect for readers young and old. This edition features over 250 enchanting illustrations by Komako Sakai, as originally serialized in the newspaper edition.