1Q84 is a novel by Japanese author Haruki Murakami. It was first published in Japan in three volumes in 2009 and later translated into English in 2011. The novel follows the intertwining stories of two characters, Aomame and Tengo, whose lives become connected in a mysterious and surreal alternate reality known as 1Q84. As they navigate this strange world, they are faced with questions of identity, destiny, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction. The novel explores themes of love, power, and the search for truth in a world that is constantly shifting and changing. With its intricate plot and dreamlike atmosphere, 1Q84 has been praised for its creativity and originality, cementing Haruki Murakami as one of the most acclaimed contemporary writers.
