MIYUKI MIYABE was born in Tokyo in 1960 and worked in a law office
before becoming a full-time writer. She is the recipient of
numerous literary prizes, including Japan's most prestigious award
for popular literature, the Naoki Prize, in 1998.
"[Miyuki Miyabe's] true subject is the mystery of modern Japanese
identity ... she is a master of small gestures, the precise
geometry of meaning as it moves between people ... a subtle
observer of a country on the cusp. Her American readers can only
hope for more chances to see through her eyes." -Los Angeles
Times
"A powerful and satisfying mystery." -Time, Asia Edition
"Crossfire will be a big hit with fans of Stephen King and John
Connolly alike." -Book Page
"This provocative paranormal police procedural from the prolific
Miyabe, like her two previous crime novels translated into English
(All She Was Worth and Shadow Family), examines the dark side of
Japanese society. ...this startling genre mix keeps the reader
turning the pages right up to the breathtaking climax." -Publishers
Weekly
"In this newest novel by awarding-winning mystery author Miyabe
(All She Was Worth), the power of one woman is taken to new
heights. ...As these two women draw closer together, a twisted plot
unfolds that tests the limit of taking the law from the hands of
the powerful and giving it to the powerless. This novel goes well
beyond the concept of Stephen King's Firestarter (Miyabe herself
has been called "the Stephen King of Japan") with beautiful
subtlety and suspense. Recommended for all public libraries."
-Library Journal
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