![]() ![]() I only wish I could have read this book in Japanese. Nonetheless, it is a testament to both the author and translator that the story kept me intrigued, engaged and engrossed throughout the entire book. The quality of the translation to english made this a quick read as it was simple and straightforward. ![]() The narrative is exceptional and the characters are fascinating. This was an excellent read! Every author has their own modus operandi and Kiego Higashino takes on a divergent approach with this mystery novel focusing on the psychological element rather than pure suspense.Īs the story is set in 1996, its framework comes down to intricate old fashioned detective work. Kiego Higashino has won major Japanese awards for his mystery books with many of them being turned into movies. The creator of Detective Galileo (Salvation of a Saint, 2012, etc. It was translated into English in 2014 by Alexander O.Smith. ![]() His body is found in his office, in a locked room, within his locked house, by his wife and his best friend, both of whom have rock solid alibis.Īkui (Malice) was published in 1996 by the Japanese author, Keigo Higashino. Acclaimed bestselling novelist Kunihiko Hidaka is found brutally murdered in his home on the night before hes planning to leave Japan and relocate to Vancouver. Acclaimed bestselling novelist Kunihiko Hidaka is found brutally murdered in his home on the night before he was scheduled to leave Japan and relocate to Canada. ![]()
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