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The Mill House Murders

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The Mill House Murders by Yukito Ayatsuji is a gripping crime and thriller novel set in an isolated country house, the Mill House. The story revolves around a series of mysterious deaths that baffle investigators, introducing a web of intrigue and suspense. As secrets unravel, the characters must confront their darkest fears in a race to uncover the truth behind the chilling murders.
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This gripping tale might captivate you if you enjoy intricately woven crime stories, filled with suspense and intellectual puzzles. Set in an eerie mansion, the narrative will delight mystery enthusiasts who appreciate a meticulously crafted whodunit, blending classic detective elements with a modern twist.

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The Mill House Murders

A classic Japanese murder mystery from the author of The Decagon House Murders

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Every year, a small group of acquaintances pay a visit to the remote, castle-like Mill House, home to the reclusive Fujinuma Kiichi, son of a famous artist, who has lived his life behind a rubber mask ever since a disfiguring car accident.

This year, however, the visit is disrupted by an impossible disappearance, the theft of a painting and a series of baffling murders.

The brilliant Kiyoshi Shimada arrives to investigate. But will he uncover the truth, and will you be able to solve the mystery of The Mill House Murders before he does?

Series: The Bizarre House Mysteries

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782278337

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Vertigo

Contributors:

  • Translated by Ho-Ling Wong

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Yukito Ayatsuji (born 1960) is a Japanese writer of mystery and horror novels. He started writing as a member of the Kyoto University Mystery Club, a society dedicated to the writing of fair play mysteries inspired by the Golden Age greats. The Decagon House Murders was Ayatsuji's debut and is considered a landmark crime novel in Japan, where it revived the traditional puzzle mystery format and inspired a new generation of writers. The Mill House Murders is the sequel, again starring the great detective Kiyoshi Shimada.

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