After two long years waiting for the translation, Killing Commendatore is finally in my hands! Last night, as soon as I could, I drove to the closest bookstore and searched for a copy. At first, it was nowhere to be found. I got worried but then I spotted it. Three copies only!
I turned each page lovingly, to make sure the pages weren’t bent. I removed the book jacket to reveal the surprise cover underneath. All was intact and now it is happily in my hands. What you see below is what’s underneath the bright blue cover.
I’ve read a few pages already and within just nine pages Murakami managed to include a faceless man, cats, mysterious women friends and ear talk. Where is my bingo card?
I am probably going to get this UK version too. The cover is so different from what we got here in the US. I think Chip Kidd only designed the US version though.
And under the UK cover:
Which do you prefer? The US cover on top? Or the UK cover on the bottom? Will you be picking up a copy?
Book Chatter 
One of these days I will attempt one of his novels. Today is not that day though.
The U.S. cover is stunning. The UK cover is not comparable. I hope you enjoy it.
I know you’re excited!
Can’t wait to hear what you think of this one!
I am imagining you getting everyone settled for the evening then hopping in the car and racing…aka driving safely…to the bookstore. For some reason I love the first cover but both are appealing.
The Bingo Card is funny! You’re on your way. I’m not sure which cover I like best — but perhaps the blue of the U.S. version really catches my eye. Hope you enjoy.