A twisty and ingenious stand-alone classic Japanese murder mystery from the author of The Decagon House MurdersCan the brilliant Kiyoshi Shimada solve the mystery of this bizarre house before all those trapped in its labyrinth are dead. Can you guess the solution before he does. Miyagaki Yōtarō is one of Japan's most famed mystery writers, but several years ago he put down his pen and left the Tokyo literary world for a life of seclusion in the remote Labyrinth House, built by the notorious architect Nakamura Seiji.

When four of the country's most exciting up-and-coming crime writers are invited to the house for Yōtarō's birthday party, they are honoured to accept. But no sooner have they arrived than they are confronted with a shocking death, then lured into a bizarre, deadly competition with each other. As the competition proceeds, and murder follows murder, the brilliant Kiyoshi Shimada investigates.

Can he solve the mystery of the house before all those trapped in its labyrinth are dead. And can you guess the solution before he does. Readers of Japanese crime classics and fans of clever puzzle mysteries, such as Magpie Murders, Eight Detectives, and The Appeal will love the 3rd stand-alone book from the author of Decagon House Murders and Mill House Murders – Japanese crime classics that have dazzled readers with their ingeniously constructed plots and solutions.

Why You Should Read?

• Experience a stand-alone classic Japanese murder mystery, offering a fresh entry point into the genre.
• Challenge yourself with an ingeniously constructed plot and solution characteristic of Japanese crime classics.
• Dive into a bizarre and deadly competition within a mysterious house, adding a unique element of suspense.
• Engage with a mystery that encourages readers to solve the puzzle alongside the brilliant detective Kiyoshi Shimada.

About the Author

Yukito Ayatsuji is a celebrated Japanese author known for his intricate and puzzle-like mystery novels. His works often feature complex plots, ingenious solutions, and a strong emphasis on the intellectual challenge presented to the reader. Ayatsuji's writing style is characterized by its meticulous construction and ability to create suspense. He is particularly renowned for his 'House' series, of which this book is a part. He is a master of the locked-room mystery.