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A young woman is brutally murdered on a remote mountain road. A young construction worker, Yuichi, is on the run - but is he guilty? This is the dark heart of Japan; a world of seedy sex hotels and decaying seaside towns; a world of loneliness, violence and desperation. As the police close in on Yuichi and his new lover, the stories of the victim, the murderer and their families are uncovered. But these men and women are never what they appear to be...
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Dark psychological thriller exploring deception and identity.
Who is this book for?
Villain draws you into Japan's shadowy depths, where appearances deceive. The story's raw intensity and complex characters keep you guessing till the last page, making it perfect for readers who love psychological mysteries set against stark, gritty backdrops. If you enjoy stories that peel back layers of darkness and reveal unexpected truths, this book will grip you.
