Five killers find themselves on a bullet train from Tokyo competing for a suitcase full of money. Who will make it to the last station? An original and propulsive thriller from a Japanese bestseller. Satoshi looks like an innocent schoolboy but he is really a viciously cunning psychopath. Kimura's young son is in a coma thanks to him, and Kimura has tracked him onto the bullet train heading from Tokyo to Morioka to exact his revenge. But Kimura soon discovers that they are not the only dangerous passengers onboard. Nanao, the self-proclaimed 'unluckiest assassin in the world', and the deadly partnership of Tangerine and Lemon are also travelling to Morioka. A suitcase full of money leads others to show their hands. Why are they all on the same train, and who will get off alive at the last station? A bestseller in Japan, Bullet Train is an original and propulsive thriller which fizzes with an incredible energy as its complex net of double-crosses and twists unwinds to the last station.
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.
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