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The Lucky Ride

A Novel Full of Opportunity
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Combining the whimsy and possibility of The Midnight Library with the mystery and revelatory power of The Secret, come along for the ride of a lifetime in this heartwarming Japanese bestseller, a story about recognising opportunities, embracing happiness, and discovering what true fulfilment looks like. What... Read More
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The Lucky Ride

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Combining the whimsy and possibility of The Midnight Library with the mystery and revelatory power of The Secret, come along for the ride of a lifetime in this heartwarming Japanese bestseller, a story about recognising opportunities, embracing happiness, and discovering what true fulfilment looks like.

What if a single journey could change everything for you? What if it could lead you to new possibilities, help you reconnect with loved ones, or bring peace to your past?

In this charming story, the unluckiest man in Japan is given a chance to flip his fortunes when a mysterious driver appears, offering him the opportunity to seize a new path. Life’s setbacks can often feel overwhelming, but in The Lucky Ride, you’ll embark on a journey of self-growth that shows us that luck isn’t something you’re born withβ€”it’s a result of the choices you make and the positive energy you bring into the world.

Set off on this heartwarming adventure and discover that luck isn’t a random giftβ€”it’s something you build over time, a treasure that can be passed down through the generations. Yasushi Kitagawa’s uplifting and compassionate parable will inspire you to find joy in every moment, recognise the blessings in your life, and understand that by living each day with a good spirit, you’re crafting your own luck, one ride at a time.

Translated from the Japanese by Takami Nieda.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063485310

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 October 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Translated by Takami Nieda

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 223g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Yasushi Kitagawa was born in Tokyo and raised in Saijo City in Ehime Prefecture. He graduated from Tokyo Gakugei University and in 1998 founded a tutoring school in Yokohama called so-mei. Many of his works have been translated into Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese, and Vietnamese. The Lucky Ride is his first novel in English.

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