I loved this novel. Not only was it a complicated puzzle, equal parts exciting and emotional, but also a terrific cultural experience into the modern Japanese psyche. A thrilling read, and I happily await the next one!

Really enjoyed hearing an update on what Detective Kaga is up to. As a bonus, this story gets into some of his personal life and family history, which I enjoyed as this is the fourth book featuring him so I've gotten attached to his character.

This mystery unfolded in so many directions at once. I sadly wasn't able to do as much uninterrupted reading as I would have liked, so sometimes I had to remind myself of what had been discovered/what all the potential connections were. But the intricacy of the plot and the layers of the mystery were masterfully constructed. My need for reminders had more to do with lack of sleep and oh so many interruptions. I really did not anticipate how the mystery would resolve and enjoyed the final reveal and how it tied up a number of stories and loose ends beautifully.

Such a good read - I might re-read it when I have a chance of less interruptions!

The Final Curtain by Keigo Higashino is a gripping murder mystery that centers around the disappearance and death of Detective Kaga's mother and the recent murder of Michiko Oshitani in Tokyo. As the police investigate Oshitani's murder, they discover a connection to the case of Detective Kaga's missing mother. Higashino weaves together a complex plot full of twists and turns that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. The characters are well-crafted and the pacing is slow yet action-packed, allowing for a deep exploration of the characters and their motivations. The writing is superb, with vivid descriptions that transport readers to the streets of Tokyo and add to the overall tension and atmosphere of the story.
Overall, The Final Curtain is a masterfully crafted police procedural that will keep readers guessing until the very end, and is a must-read for fans of the genre.

The Final Curtainm is book 4 in the Detective Kaga series by Keigo Higashino.
I’ve yet to read the books before this one. So I believe after reading The Final Curtain I’m going to have to dive into the entire series.

I enjoyed this action-packed, slow-paced mystery.
I think Higashino has written a brilliant, very intriguing police procedural.
The characters, both the main ones and the supporting cast, are well-crafted and much interesting. The plot is adrenaline fueled right from the start.
It's an engaging murder mystery with lots of action, suspense and enough mystery to unravel throughout that keeps you very entertained.

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