I found the concept of the book really good (6 detectives investigate a part of the case and only the reader gets the whole picture), but it somehow failed to completely trigger my interest.
Book review: 『北斎殺人事件』by Katsuhiko Takahashi
Second book in the ukio-e series, 北斎殺人事件 is both an engrossing murder mystery and a fascinating exploration of Hokusai’s life. However, it felt very tedious to read at times, and it definitely belongs to the most difficult books I read in Japanese so far.
Book review: 『13階段』by Kazuaki Takano
A book about wrongful conviction and capital punishment with an engrossing investigation.
Book review:『十字架のカルテ』by Mikito Chinen
An engrossing book that tackles the topics of retribution, justice and mental illness.
『白い衝動』by Katsuhiro Go
Even though I found the main character difficult to understand, I really enjoyed this book for its engrossing plot and interesting topics.
Book review:『奇譚ルーム』by Kaoru Hayamine
A mystery book for children that is both easy to read and engrossing. Recommended for language learners!
Book review: 『七回死んだ男』by Yasuhiko Nishizawa
Time loop and murder mystery… this book sounded so promising, yet I ended up being disappointed with it.
Book review: 『殺人現場は雲の上』by Keigo Higashino
A collection of linked short stories with an overall light tone. Maybe my least favourite Higashino read so far, but still a relaxing and entertaining read.
Book review: 『写楽殺人事件』by Katsuhiko Takahashi
I would not recommend this book if your are looking for a murder mystery about art and ukiyo-e. But if you are interested in the mystery of Sharaku’s true identity, this book is for you!
Book review: 『白光』by Mikihiko Renjo
A really great book if you like mysteries that deal with psychology and family secrets.
Book review:『チョコレートゲーム』by Futari Okajima
チョコレートゲーム is an engrossing mystery with a fast pace. Recommended!
Book review: 『Wの悲劇』by Shizuko Natsuki
『Wの悲劇』, whose title is an homage to Ellery Queen, is certainly one of the most famous works by Shizuko Natsuki, but I did not enjoy it as much as I expected.