Qiṭār-i nīmah-shab Persian 2026

The Midnight Train by Matt Haig is a fantasy-psychological novel about memory, choices, regrets, and the possibility of revisiting the paths we have taken in life. The story follows Wilbur Bud, an elderly man approaching the end of his life, who finds himself confronting questions about his decisions, lost opportunities, and the contrast between his outward achievements and his unresolved emotional past.

During a mysterious journey, Wilbur encounters a train that takes him to different stations of his own life, from childhood and youth to the defining moments of love, decision-making, and life-changing choices. This return to the past is not an opportunity to rewrite or alter what happened, but rather a chance to understand, accept, and reconsider the experiences and choices that shaped who he became.

In this novel, Matt Haig explores the idea that the past is not simply a collection of mistakes and regrets; it is an essential part of the story of who we are, one that can be viewed from new perspectives as time passes. Blending imagination with psychological insight, The Midnight Train reflects on profound questions of meaning, love, regret, and the value of life's fleeting moments, inviting readers to reflect on their own personal journeys and the paths that have shaped them.