He is a cold-blooded and ruthless anti-social personality who treats even his family members as lambs to be slaughtered!
It has sold more than 1.3 Million copies in Japan, leaving countless people with a psychological shadow after reading it.
The brazen murder case is just a provocation, and a series of cold-blooded murders are still approaching!
Antisocial personality issues early warning: cut off the cat's head, dismember the body, psychologist... Death threats are coming every step of the way!
Won the horror novel award and swept two major mystery lists!
Horror master Yusuke Kishi is the winner of major awards such as the Japan Mystery Writers Association Award!
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A sociopath in a crowd is like a fox in a henhouse.
They walk among the crowds, looking for prey that is weak and can vent their pleasure.
Wakatsuki is an employee of an insurance company and is responsible for claims review.
One day, he was called to handle a complaint, but he saw the body of a hanged child in the client's smelly room. The father of the child on the side was not sad, but secretly observed Wakatsuki's reaction.
The father who bought expensive insurance for his children targeted Wakatsuki and came to his door every day to demand compensation. At the same time, strange things began to happen around Wakatsuki - a silent phone suddenly rang in the middle of the night; all seven of his girlfriend's cats were beheaded; the company commissioner disappeared mysteriously; the psychologist who went to investigate was mysteriously dismembered...
And late one night, Wakatsuki himself will also face the threat of death!
Reader comments
Oh my god... I didn't know what this book was about until I finished reading it... I originally thought it was an ordinary murder case, but when it came to the chapter where Jin Shi chatted, I still felt it was baffling. After reading it, I realized that what the author wanted to express was always the last one...
The plot is very good! I thought the murderer was Hui, but I didn't even think of Sachiko... Moreover, the character descriptions were great, and the chase in the company was so exciting that it made me sweat while reading it most of the night... This book really appealed to me!
Let's call it a case-changing reasoning…the logic certainly doesn't make sense from the current perspective! Considering the background of the time, it's okay
I'm really satisfied!
This book is very interesting. Although the beginning is a bit boring, it sets the stage for the male protagonist's nightmare and explains the troubles of this kind of work. It's quite interesting to read in detail.
❗The following contains spoilers, please click with caution
In the later period, Jin Shi and Ah Hui, two completely different statements seemed to confirm something, but due to my IQ or experience, I just vaguely perceived what was being said and could not fully understand it.
But later I misunderstood something haha (since Sachiko was the driving force behind it, I thought it was her mother who asked her brother to commit suicide, but it wasn't. Although I didn't expect it to be logically related, I had doubts. It was so outrageous haha)
That's it, let's go read other stories.
The richness of the novel lies in the fusion of the protagonist's psychological trauma and dark events.
The protagonist, who is engaged in insurance claims, feels guilty for the death of his brother. After receiving a consultation about suicide claims, he is targeted by dark forces.
The claim settlement case number for the Koda family is even more full of suspense, thrills and excitement.
The man who was originally thought to be the perpetrator turned out to be the victim. The man who was originally thought to be a rough and masculine man was instead killed by an innocent and vulnerable woman. This in itself has the ultimate contrast and tension, and can deepen the fear deep in the reader's heart during the reading process.
The work does not only condemn sadism, but traces the root cause and clarifies the theme: the real dark power always exists in the extreme indifference and selfishness of human nature. The perpetrators are not born evil, but are shaped by society or the environment.
The protagonist finally escapes from death in a battle of wits and courage with the villain. In this process, he also opens his own heart, reveals the truth about his brother's death, and gets rid of the judgment of his conscience.
Moreover, in the dark abyss of human nature, evil will never stop, and the protagonist also has a premonition that he may even encounter a more powerful "opponent".
The murderer is easy to guess, but the terrifying plot of the chase is very atmospheric and reflects some of the social trends at the time. The ending is an open ending, and it feels like watching a movie. You can watch it
After watching it all night, even though it's daylight now, I still feel a chill running down my spine.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions.
I still agree with Jin Shi's words. Ah Hui actually believes that human nature is good, but her life is too smooth and she receives too few beatings.
I don't know if anyone is the same as me, but I was a little disgusted with this protagonist at first. Maybe I mistakenly read this work as a detective mystery novel, but it should actually be regarded as a suspense thriller. It is best not to read from God's perspective. The protagonist (main perspective) is not a detective, a police officer, a prosecutor, or a lawyer. He did not even have the authority to obtain evidence and testimony from the police. He was just an insurance officer, doing investigative work for the insurance company. Therefore, the reasoning about the case and the real murderer is not based on strict logic, clues and evidence like usual detective novels, but on the protagonist's intuition, guessing, and insight into the human heart. And his intuition may not always be accurate. The protagonist only does his job, and his investigation mainly focuses on insurance fraud cases. As for other cases, such as the murder of a researcher, they are not within the scope of the protagonist's responsibilities, so it is normal for the case to not be followed up. In fact, the more you dislike the protagonist's incompetence and stupidity while reading, the more successful the character will be.
The book quotes a lot of psychology, sociology, genetics and other theories, and launches a lengthy discussion between the two characters, which actually represents several different voices on related issues. I personally think that the main point is not the question of whether there is a criminal gene, but the huge risks behind the behavior of labeling personality. Attributing a living person to an abstract symbol is a way of simplifying cognition for individuals. Just like mbti, which is now popular on the Internet, hundreds of millions of people are simply divided into 16 groups. Just by understanding the psychological characteristics of these 16 groups of people, you can master the psychology of hundreds of millions of people. However, simplified cognition does not necessarily mean correct cognition. The protagonist was initially misled by this label and misjudged the real murderer, believing that it was impossible for a woman or mother to brutally kill her own flesh and blood. The police also underestimated the danger of the real culprit. On the other hand, people have different feelings when faced with a label and when faced with a real person. Putting aside the power factor, labeling will undoubtedly alienate and isolate the feelings between people, and will lead to more and more feelings of loss. Contact between people becomes a pairing of two symbols. Ah Hui's view may be considered naive and saintly, but in fact it is more far-sighted.
The male protagonist would rather believe Ah Hui's point of view, because we must continue to live in this society. If we are all as sick and world-weary as Jin Shi, then there will be no hope for this society, and we must not give up hope no matter what. The book is a bit depressing overall, and I felt a little pessimistic and negative about halfway through, but I still plan to believe in Ah Hui's point of view like the male protagonist. This may also be the author's vision.
The evil nature of human nature is vividly and suffocatingly displayed in this book. It is horrifying to do whatever it takes to persecute others, even relatives and friends, just for one's own selfish desires.
Although the real murderer can be guessed in less than half of the story, the real essence of this novel lies in the depiction of malevolence and the psychological fear of the lingering ghosts.
There were several small climaxes in this book that made me feel very immersed in it. I was very nervous when I read it at night. I thought it was a mystery novel at first, but I didn't expect it to have too many horror elements and social discussions. Generally speaking, I recommend it.
The novel is very readable, it's based in reality, it certainly has a larger than life plot, but it also makes sense. The tension is masterfully controlled, and the ending also expresses the author's concerns about social issues. I'll give it four and a half stars.
It's very exciting. I watched it in class and it was even more exciting [cover face] [cover face]
The horror scenes are well depicted. I got goosebumps when listening to them.
Great, really great. I almost read it in one sitting. I have never seen such a person (Sachiko) in real life. It broadened my horizons in a strange way. I still think what Jinshi said is reasonable. Keiko's family is well-off and full of hope for life. It is reasonable and reasonable, but there are not always big trees growing under the sun, and evil can quietly breed in the dark mouse holes.
The reversal gives people a very shocking feeling, but when you think about the previous plot, you will find that there has been foreshadowing, which is unexpected and reasonable. The final murderer is still unable to defeat the protagonist, which is a relatively good development. However, judging from the ending and the main theme of the novel, Sachiko is not the only such murderer. The author's thinking and discussion of the environment and society are worthy of reflection.
Super pretty! ! The horror atmosphere is particularly well depicted, and there is an in-depth study of the social phenomenon and criminal psychology of insurance fraud. It is worth watching👀
This book seems not to focus on reasoning, but more on social realism. The sublime reflection at the end is a small highlight.
When desire engulfs reason, a person will become a walking zombie, and only killing can achieve satisfaction. The evil of human nature does not lie on the surface, but is waiting eagerly deep in the heart. However, we must also have an outlook on life that is not harmful to others, and is indispensable to guard against others. We are full of expectations for life and are positive, so that we can continue on the road of light.
Especially when I see the cold-blooded murders described in the book, I think that there are some people in society today who may have hidden antisocial personalities. The author's writing style is very unique, and the plot is exciting and exciting, making people want to put it down. I think this book is not only a horror novel, but also makes people think more about human nature. I must recommend it to my friends so that they can also experience this shock.
It's so scary, it makes the hairs on your whole body stand up. Although it was a little slow in the early stage, once I entered the main line, I ran all the way.
The trivial matters of life and work are described in detail, and the plot in the second half is a bit exaggerated, which is in line with the usual impression of Japanese novels.
The whole book is quite good. The pace of the plot in the front is a bit slow. The plot in the dark room and the company in the back is super exciting and has a strong sense of substitution. It can be regarded as showing an extremely psychologically defective personality. In short, the reasoning plot is not too much. It is worth reading if you like excitement [smile][smile][smile]
Suitable for horror games
The atmosphere is rendered well
The story is overall attractive, but you'll feel a little dissatisfied after reading it.
It starts out unremarkable, but after a few chapters it gets better and more exciting, and with patience you can appreciate many wonderful novels.
Full score for the later experience. The early stage is too long. Overall it is worth watching. I can't stop.
It is indeed a novel with a strong sense of atmosphere, and the atmosphere and details are well described.
It's been a long time since I read a book seriously.
I guessed the real murderer halfway through watching it, but I still felt worried for the protagonist.
My scalp is numb.
About the evil behind the world.
Oh my god... I didn't know what this book was about until I finished reading it... I originally thought it was an ordinary murder case, but when it came to the chapter where Jin Shi chatted, I still felt it was baffling. After reading it, I realized that what the author wanted to express was always the last one... The plot is very good! I thought the murderer was Hui, but I didn't even think of Sachiko... Moreover, the character descriptions were great, and the chase in the company was so exciting that it made me sweat while reading it most of the night... This book really appealed to me! Let's call it a case-changing reasoning…the logic certainly doesn't make sense from the current perspective! Considering the background of the time, it's okay I'm really satisfied!
This book is very interesting. Although the beginning is a bit boring, it sets the stage for the male protagonist's nightmare and explains the troubles of this kind of work. It's quite interesting to read in detail. ❗The following contains spoilers, please click with caution In the later period, Jin Shi and Ah Hui, two completely different statements seemed to confirm something, but due to my IQ or experience, I just vaguely perceived what was being said and could not fully understand it. But later I misunderstood something haha (since Sachiko was the driving force behind it, I thought it was her mother who asked her brother to commit suicide, but it wasn't. Although I didn't expect it to be logically related, I had doubts. It was so outrageous haha) That's it, let's go read other stories.
The richness of the novel lies in the fusion of the protagonist's psychological trauma and dark events. The protagonist, who is engaged in insurance claims, feels guilty for the death of his brother. After receiving a consultation about suicide claims, he is targeted by dark forces. The claim settlement case number for the Koda family is even more full of suspense, thrills and excitement. The man who was originally thought to be the perpetrator turned out to be the victim. The man who was originally thought to be a rough and masculine man was instead killed by an innocent and vulnerable woman. This in itself has the ultimate contrast and tension, and can deepen the fear deep in the reader's heart during the reading process. The work does not only condemn sadism, but traces the root cause and clarifies the theme: the real dark power always exists in the extreme indifference and selfishness of human nature. The perpetrators are not born evil, but are shaped by society or the environment. The protagonist finally escapes from death in a battle of wits and courage with the villain. In this process, he also opens his own heart, reveals the truth about his brother's death, and gets rid of the judgment of his conscience. Moreover, in the dark abyss of human nature, evil will never stop, and the protagonist also has a premonition that he may even encounter a more powerful "opponent".
The murderer is easy to guess, but the terrifying plot of the chase is very atmospheric and reflects some of the social trends at the time. The ending is an open ending, and it feels like watching a movie. You can watch it
After watching it all night, even though it's daylight now, I still feel a chill running down my spine. The road to hell is paved with good intentions. I still agree with Jin Shi's words. Ah Hui actually believes that human nature is good, but her life is too smooth and she receives too few beatings.
I don't know if anyone is the same as me, but I was a little disgusted with this protagonist at first. Maybe I mistakenly read this work as a detective mystery novel, but it should actually be regarded as a suspense thriller. It is best not to read from God's perspective. The protagonist (main perspective) is not a detective, a police officer, a prosecutor, or a lawyer. He did not even have the authority to obtain evidence and testimony from the police. He was just an insurance officer, doing investigative work for the insurance company. Therefore, the reasoning about the case and the real murderer is not based on strict logic, clues and evidence like usual detective novels, but on the protagonist's intuition, guessing, and insight into the human heart. And his intuition may not always be accurate. The protagonist only does his job, and his investigation mainly focuses on insurance fraud cases. As for other cases, such as the murder of a researcher, they are not within the scope of the protagonist's responsibilities, so it is normal for the case to not be followed up. In fact, the more you dislike the protagonist's incompetence and stupidity while reading, the more successful the character will be. The book quotes a lot of psychology, sociology, genetics and other theories, and launches a lengthy discussion between the two characters, which actually represents several different voices on related issues. I personally think that the main point is not the question of whether there is a criminal gene, but the huge risks behind the behavior of labeling personality. Attributing a living person to an abstract symbol is a way of simplifying cognition for individuals. Just like mbti, which is now popular on the Internet, hundreds of millions of people are simply divided into 16 groups. Just by understanding the psychological characteristics of these 16 groups of people, you can master the psychology of hundreds of millions of people. However, simplified cognition does not necessarily mean correct cognition. The protagonist was initially misled by this label and misjudged the real murderer, believing that it was impossible for a woman or mother to brutally kill her own flesh and blood. The police also underestimated the danger of the real culprit. On the other hand, people have different feelings when faced with a label and when faced with a real person. Putting aside the power factor, labeling will undoubtedly alienate and isolate the feelings between people, and will lead to more and more feelings of loss. Contact between people becomes a pairing of two symbols. Ah Hui's view may be considered naive and saintly, but in fact it is more far-sighted.
The male protagonist would rather believe Ah Hui's point of view, because we must continue to live in this society. If we are all as sick and world-weary as Jin Shi, then there will be no hope for this society, and we must not give up hope no matter what. The book is a bit depressing overall, and I felt a little pessimistic and negative about halfway through, but I still plan to believe in Ah Hui's point of view like the male protagonist. This may also be the author's vision. The evil nature of human nature is vividly and suffocatingly displayed in this book. It is horrifying to do whatever it takes to persecute others, even relatives and friends, just for one's own selfish desires.
Although the real murderer can be guessed in less than half of the story, the real essence of this novel lies in the depiction of malevolence and the psychological fear of the lingering ghosts.
There were several small climaxes in this book that made me feel very immersed in it. I was very nervous when I read it at night. I thought it was a mystery novel at first, but I didn't expect it to have too many horror elements and social discussions. Generally speaking, I recommend it.
The novel is very readable, it's based in reality, it certainly has a larger than life plot, but it also makes sense. The tension is masterfully controlled, and the ending also expresses the author's concerns about social issues. I'll give it four and a half stars.
It's very exciting. I watched it in class and it was even more exciting [cover face] [cover face]
The horror scenes are well depicted. I got goosebumps when listening to them.
Great, really great. I almost read it in one sitting. I have never seen such a person (Sachiko) in real life. It broadened my horizons in a strange way. I still think what Jinshi said is reasonable. Keiko's family is well-off and full of hope for life. It is reasonable and reasonable, but there are not always big trees growing under the sun, and evil can quietly breed in the dark mouse holes.
The reversal gives people a very shocking feeling, but when you think about the previous plot, you will find that there has been foreshadowing, which is unexpected and reasonable. The final murderer is still unable to defeat the protagonist, which is a relatively good development. However, judging from the ending and the main theme of the novel, Sachiko is not the only such murderer. The author's thinking and discussion of the environment and society are worthy of reflection.
Super pretty! ! The horror atmosphere is particularly well depicted, and there is an in-depth study of the social phenomenon and criminal psychology of insurance fraud. It is worth watching👀
This book seems not to focus on reasoning, but more on social realism. The sublime reflection at the end is a small highlight.
When desire engulfs reason, a person will become a walking zombie, and only killing can achieve satisfaction. The evil of human nature does not lie on the surface, but is waiting eagerly deep in the heart. However, we must also have an outlook on life that is not harmful to others, and is indispensable to guard against others. We are full of expectations for life and are positive, so that we can continue on the road of light.
Especially when I see the cold-blooded murders described in the book, I think that there are some people in society today who may have hidden antisocial personalities. The author's writing style is very unique, and the plot is exciting and exciting, making people want to put it down. I think this book is not only a horror novel, but also makes people think more about human nature. I must recommend it to my friends so that they can also experience this shock.
It's so scary, it makes the hairs on your whole body stand up. Although it was a little slow in the early stage, once I entered the main line, I ran all the way.
The trivial matters of life and work are described in detail, and the plot in the second half is a bit exaggerated, which is in line with the usual impression of Japanese novels.
The whole book is quite good. The pace of the plot in the front is a bit slow. The plot in the dark room and the company in the back is super exciting and has a strong sense of substitution. It can be regarded as showing an extremely psychologically defective personality. In short, the reasoning plot is not too much. It is worth reading if you like excitement [smile][smile][smile]
Suitable for horror games
The atmosphere is rendered well
The story is overall attractive, but you'll feel a little dissatisfied after reading it.
It starts out unremarkable, but after a few chapters it gets better and more exciting, and with patience you can appreciate many wonderful novels.
Full score for the later experience. The early stage is too long. Overall it is worth watching. I can't stop.
It is indeed a novel with a strong sense of atmosphere, and the atmosphere and details are well described.
It's been a long time since I read a book seriously.
I guessed the real murderer halfway through watching it, but I still felt worried for the protagonist.
My scalp is numb. About the evil behind the world.