A Yi , Anna Holmwood (Translator)
A Perfect Crime
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780749297
- author:
- A Yi , Anna Holmwood (Translator)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oneworld Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.6 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Crime, Thrillers & Mystery, Mystery,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
A Perfect Crime by A Yi is a chilling literary thriller about a motiveless murder in provincial China. On a normal day, a teenager's actions take a shocking turn as he plans and executes the brutal killing of his only friend. As the investigation unfolds, a perilous game of cat-and-mouse ensues. This gripping novel explores the psychological backstory behind the dramatic violence, providing chilling insights into a country on the cusp of enormous social, political and economic change. With exceptional tonal control, A Yi masterfully weaves together elements of classic horror and suspense to create a thrilling tale that echoes the works of Kafka, Camus and Dostoyevsky. A Perfect Crime is a gripping and stylish novel that delves into the despair that traps the rural poor, revealing the complexities of human psychology in the face of desperation.
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