3 Assassins Novel by Kōtarō Isaka

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Summary: 

*3 Assassins* by Kōtarō Isaka is a darkly humorous thriller that follows Suzuki, an ordinary man thrust into the world of contract killers as he seeks revenge for his wife’s murder. Suzuki's quest leads him into encounters with three uniquely skilled assassins: The Pusher, who orchestrates fatal "accidents"; The Cicada, a brutal, knife-wielding killer; and The Whale, a manipulative figure who persuades people to end their own lives.

As Suzuki navigates this underworld, he realizes he’s in over his head. Despite the bleak circumstances, he finds himself in bizarre, morally complex situations that blend suspense with dark comedy. The novel combines themes of vengeance, fate, and the surreal lives of those who walk the line between life and death.