From the author of Strange Pictures and a bestselling mystery-horror phenomenon in Japan --mysterious spaces, trap doors, windowless children's rooms . . . something is wrong with this house. Can you solve the "mystery" of its floor plan? A writer fascinated by the macabre is approached by an acquaintance who is considering purchasing a second-hand house in Tokyo. With its bright and spacious interior, the home seems perfect. But looking closer, the building's floor plan reveals a mysterious "dead space" hidden between the walls. Seeking a second opinion, the writer shares the floor plan with an architect friend only to discover more "strange spaces" dotted across the house. What are these mysterious "strange spaces" and why do they exist--are they really there, or is there something off with the floor plan? Who is the home's former resident who suddenly disappeared? The freelance writer and his architect friend can't resist the challenge of solving the riddle of these puzzling floor plans . . . and the terrifying plot behind it all. Translated from the Japanese by Jim Rion
Uketsu
Uketsu was a prominent Japanese author known for his innovative blend of supernatural elements with psychological realism in his works. His most notable works include "Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things" and "The Black Hair". Uketsu's writing style is often characterized by its haunting and atmospheric prose, as well as its exploration of themes such as the supernatural, the uncanny, and the macabre. His contributions to literature have had a lasting impact on the horror and supernatural fiction genres, influencing generations of writers both in Japan and around the world. "Kwaidan" remains his most famous work, a collection of ghost stories and supernatural tales that continues to captivate readers with its eerie and atmospheric storytelling.
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