Three Assassins
A propulsive new thriller from the bestselling author of BULLET TRAIN
(Author) Kotaro IsakaSUZUKI IS JUST AN ORDINARY MATHS TEACHER...UNTIL HIS WIFE IS MURDERED. Seeking justice, he leaves his old life behind to infiltrate the criminal gang responsible. What he doesn't realise is that he's about to get drawn into a web of the most unusual professional assassins, each with their own agenda- THE WHALE convinces his victims to take their own lives using just his words. THE CICADA is a talkative and deadly knife expert. THE PUSHER dispatches his targets in deadly traffic 'accidents'. Suzuki must take on the three assassins to avenge his wife - but can he keep his innocence in a world of seasoned killers? THEIR MISSION IS MURDER. HIS IS REVENGE. PRAISE FOR BULLET TRAIN- 'Unlike anything you're likely to have read before...white-hot with double-crosses' Financial Times 'Entertaining...high-speed...with lots of twists and turns...it has a Tarantino-meets-the-Coen-Brothers feel to it' The Times Part high-octane thriller, part farce, this is an unusual and thoroughly enjoyable read' Guardian The action accelerates up and down the ten carriages but the question is- who will get off alive? Daily Mail
Kotaro Isaka
Kotaro Isaka is a Japanese author known for his unique blend of mystery, suspense, and humor in his novels. Some of his most notable works include "Remote Control" and "Fish Story," which have garnered critical acclaim for their intricate plots and clever storytelling. Isaka's writing style is characterized by its intricate plots, well-developed characters, and unexpected twists that keep readers engaged until the very end. His contributions to literature have earned him a reputation as one of Japan's most exciting contemporary writers. "Remote Control" is considered his most famous work, a gripping thriller that explores the consequences of a mysterious remote control that can manipulate people's actions. Isaka's impact on the mystery and suspense genre in Japan has solidified his place as a leading voice in contemporary literature.