Haruki Murakami is a difficult author to write about. He is one of my favourite writers, who surprises and … More
Tag: Japan
The Secret Letters of the Monk who sold his Ferrari, by Robin Sharma
It’s not very often that I give a bad review for a book, except if it’s total rubbish like Fifty … More
Out, By Natsuo Kirino
Not a book for the faint of heart, Out is Japanese author, Kirino’s, first novel translated into English. It is, … More
The Sano Ichiro Mystery Series
This mystery series set in medieval Japan features Samurai detective Sano Ichiro. Together with his wife and best friend they delve into both the brutal world of the Imperial court, gangs and villages where evil have many guises. Although it is exotic in setting, the emotions and motivations are all too recognizable, whether it is the jealousy of the rivals for the Emperor’s attention, the machinations of the thwarted concubine or the meglomania of the the cult leader and his single-minded followers. Addictive.