Six Four
Six Four
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Tokyo, Japan • 2000s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Six Four by Hideo Yokoyama follows an ex-police detective, now working in media relations, as he is drawn back into the investigation of an unsolved kidnapping from 14 years earlier. As he balances media pressures and internal politics within the police department, the ex-detective uncovers new connections and truths related to the cold case and departmental secrets.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Contemplative
Dark
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Hideo Yokoyama's Six Four intricately weaves a police procedural with a deep dive into bureaucratic enigmas. Reviews praise its meticulous detail and exploration of systemic complexities. However, some find its pacing slow and the plot dense. Despite this, it's lauded for compelling character depth and an evocative atmosphere, resonating with crime fiction aficionados.
Who Should Read Six Four?
A reader who enjoys intricate police procedurals and character-driven narratives would be captivated by Hideo Yokoyama's Six Four. Fans of Tana French's In the Woods or Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo will appreciate its complex plot, deep psychological insights, and exploration of family and identity within a crime setting.
12,990 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Tokyo, Japan • 2000s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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