A review by ale_irigoyen
The Decagon House Murders by Yukito Ayatsuji
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
A mystery-murder club has decided to spend a few days in a deserted and ominous island with a past marked in blood. They thought they would enjoy their stay, but one of them is out to kill them. Meanwhile, a former member has received a threatening letter and is now investigating the murder that happened in that island and how it connects to him.
A true tribute to the legacy created by Dame Agatha Christie herself! This had my attention since the murderer was introduced in the prologue. Even though this was a similar novel to And Then There Were None, it had enough different elements that made it unique. I knew who the killer was from the moment they were introduced but Ayatsuji messed up with my mind and I doubted myself. But the way the reader discovers the killer was.... chef's kiss excellent. A simple line that gives you the chills!
A true tribute to the legacy created by Dame Agatha Christie herself! This had my attention since the murderer was introduced in the prologue. Even though this was a similar novel to And Then There Were None, it had enough different elements that made it unique. I knew who the killer was from the moment they were introduced but Ayatsuji messed up with my mind and I doubted myself. But the way the reader discovers the killer was.... chef's kiss excellent. A simple line that gives you the chills!