StandIn Companion, by the awardwinning Japanese author Kazufumi Shiraishi, explores the struggle to find love, companionship and meaning in life. In any society, relationship dynamics are complex. And as Hayato, a Japanese industrial designer will discover in this clever and absorbing tale, this is even the case in a future world enriched by technology, AI and androids.A love story with a twist,StandIn Companionis a touching and powerful exploration of infertility and relationships. Hayato and his wife, Yutori, face deeply human challenges in a world where science has solvedalmostevery problem.A clever, absorbing and profoundly modern tale from one of Japans best and most insightful storytellers.Red Circle Minis Original, Short and Compelling ReadsStandIn Companion is part of Red Circle Minis, aseriesof short captivating books by Japans finest contemporary writers that brings the narratives and voices of Japan together as never before. Each book is a first edition written specifically for the series and is being published in English first.

Binding: Paperback;58 pages; Publisher: Red Circle; Classification: N/A; Weight: 175.34 g; Dimensions: N/A

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