Keigo Higashino's New Work 'The Deceptive Criminal' Strikes as the Summer's Top Mystery!

The Stronghold of Summer Mystery Novels, Keigo Higashino's New Work 'The Deceptive Criminal'

In the sweltering summer, the genre novel that captures readers' hearts is undoubtedly mystery. The master of Japanese mystery, Keigo Higashino, returns with his new work 'The Deceptive Criminal', which has topped the bestseller list immediately upon release. Thanks to his unique storytelling and the charm of new predictions, this work is once again captivating readers.

Keigo Higashino's Position as a Master of Mystery

According to the bestseller rankings announced by Kyobo Bookstore for the fourth week of July, Keigo Higashino's new work 'The Deceptive Criminal' has reached the top. This work deals with a mysterious incident that begins with the sudden death of a famous couple, and it has garnered much attention from readers with the author's unique psychological reasoning and captivating plot.

Responses from a Wide Range of Readers

Interestingly, 'The Deceptive Criminal' is supported by a broad age range from the 20s to the 50s. In particular, readers in their 40s account for a high percentage of 34.0%, followed by those in their 30s at 27.3%, 50s at 17.6%, and 20s at 15.5%. This clearly shows that the author's long-standing work has formed a thick fan base across various demographics.

The Author's Achievements on the 40th Anniversary

A representative from Kyobo Bookstore stated, "Author Keigo Higashino has reached his 40th anniversary since debut. His published works have exceeded 100, and through this consistent creative activity, he has secured a solid readership." His works tend to show particularly strong performance during the summer. Last summer, the published 'You Killed Someone' also ranked first for four consecutive weeks immediately after its release.

It is exciting to see how Keigo Higashino's new work will be remembered by readers at the peak of summer. Many readers are waiting to see how the thrill and mystery he has delivered to readers will unfold in this work.