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She waited on tables as usual that day, her twentieth birthday. She always worked Fridays, but if things had gone according to plan on that particular Friday, she would have had the night off. One rainy Tokyo night, a waitress’s uneventful twentieth birthday takes a strange and fateful turn when she’s asked to deliver dinner to the restaurant’s reclusive owner. Birthday Girl is a beguiling, exquisitely satisfying taste of master storytelling, published to celebrate Murakami’s 70th birthday.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
If you're intrigued by Murakami's signature blend of the ordinary and the mysterious, this short story is a perfect choice. It captures a pivotal night that transforms an everyday event into something unforgettable, all while showcasing his masterful storytelling. Fans and newcomers alike will find this a compelling glimpse into his unique universe.
