Piercing

Summary

The novel «Piercing» by Ryū Murakami tells the story of Kawashima Masayuki, a young man who appears to lead a normal life: he has a job, a wife, and a young daughter. However, he is haunted by obsessive thoughts of violence and struggles with the urge to harm his daughter. To cope with these impulses, he decides to unleash his aggression on a random victim. Kawashima plans the perfect crime, choosing a prostitute as his target. However, his plan encounters unexpected challenges when he meets Sanae, a woman with her own demons and secrets. The interaction between Kawashima and Sanae leads to unpredictable and tense events that force the characters to confront their inner fears and desires. The novel explores themes of violence, mental disorders, and human nature, creating a dark and gripping atmosphere.