Penance
Penance by Kanae Minato, published by Little, Brown on April 11, 2017, is a psychological thriller that delves into the lives of four women forever marked by a traumatic event from their childhood. This edition spans 240 pages and is presented in English. The narrative revolves around Sae, Maki, Akiko, and Yuko, who, as children, were involved in a tragic incident that led to the murder of their friend Emily. Years later, the haunting memories resurface as someone seeks to ensure they never forget the past.
Readers will encounter a gripping exploration of guilt and revenge as the story unfolds, revealing the psychological complexities of the characters involved. The themes of mystery and international crime are intricately woven into the plot, highlighting the long-lasting effects of trauma and the quest for justice. Penance invites readers into a chilling world where the past relentlessly influences the present, making it a thought-provoking addition to the thriller genre.
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A chilling Japanese psychological thriller about four women, forever connected by one horrible day in their childhood–fifteen years later, someone wants to make sure they never forget.
Finalist for the 2018 EDGAR AWARD
for Best Paperback Original
“As ethereal and literary as it is a sharp, tight crime novel.” —A Literary Hub Best Crime Book of the Year
When they were girls, Sae, Maki, Akiko and Yuko were tricked into leaving their friend Emily with a mysterious stranger. Then the unthinkable occurred: Emily was found murdered hours later. The four friends were never able to describe the stranger to the police; the killer’s trail went cold. Asako, the bereaved mother, curses the surviving girls, vowing that they will be the ones to pay for her daughter’s murder…
Like Confessions, Kanae Minato’s award-winning, internationally bestselling debut, PENANCE is a dark tale of revenge and psychological drama that will leave readers breathless.
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