The Devotion of Suspect X (Detective Galileo, #1)
The Devotion of Suspect X (Detective Galileo, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011298
Novel • Fiction
Tokyo, Japan • Contemporary
2011
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino, translated by Elye J. Alexander and Alexander O. Smith, revolves around a mathematician who devises an ingenious scheme to cover up a murder. Detective Galileo must unravel the complex interplay of devotion and intellect as he investigates the crime. The novel is a gripping exploration of loyalty and moral dilemmas.
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The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino, translated by Elye J. Alexander and Alexander O. Smith, masterfully intertwines mystery and mathematical ingenuity, garnering praise for its compelling plot and character depth. However, some critics find its pacing uneven. Balancing mind games and emotional tension, this novel is a riveting read despite its occasional flaws.
Who Should Read The Devotion of Suspect X (Detective Galileo, #1)?
A reader who enjoys meticulously plotted mysteries with psychological depth would appreciate The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino, Elye J. Alexander, and Alexander O. Smith. Fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo will find this book gripping and intellectually stimulating.
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Novel • Fiction
Tokyo, Japan • Contemporary
2011
Adult
16+ years
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