Shadow Shinjuku

The streets of Tokyo are different at night. There is darkness behind the glitter and the neon lights, and people who prefer to stay in the shadows, to dwell in the underworld – whores, gangsters, the homeless, the lost. People like Sato. He's part of this world, he always has been, but a feeling of change is lingering in the heavy air of the bustling city. A feeling brought to life by fateful encounters of solitary souls. Shadow Shinjuku is a dark, yet magical journey into the depths of Tokyo's nightlife and the depths of the human soul. Ryu Takeshi's first novel is both a crime thriller and urban fantasy. It's a unique and mesmerizing blend of the imagery of Japanese animation and film, the colors and details of street photography, and the mystical lyricism of soulful music. But above everything, it is a gripping story that doesn't let go. Editorial reviews: "Ryu Takeshi is a great writer. I admired how he breathes realistic life into the life of his characters. This makes the story plausible and very enjoyable. Buoyed with twists and turns, this book keeps you on edge to the end. ... Packed with mystery, action, and thrill, the novel will undoubtedly take readers on an emotive and captivating journey. ... "Shadow Shinjuku" lingers on in the reader's mind long after the reading is done." - Lily Amanda, Bestsellersworld "Ryu Takeshi has crafted an excellent read, and I'd recommend Shadow Shinjuku to readers interested in books with a refreshing and exciting story." - Nicholus Schroeder, Readers' Favorite