About the Book: Newcomer by Keigo Higashino is a brilliantly crafted Japanese crime thriller featuring Detective Kyoichiro Kaga. Newly assigned to Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district, Kaga investigates the murder of a woman whose seemingly ordinary life hides a web of secrets. As each suspect reveals new motives and hidden connections, the case becomes an intricate puzzle involving family, relationships, and the victim’s past. Blending police procedural, mystery, psychological suspense, and classic detective fiction, this bestselling novel delivers clever twists and compelling storytelling, making it an essential read for fans of Japanese crime fiction and whodunit mysteries.