Description
In a world where appearances can be manufactured and trust is always negotiable, this novel follows a counterfeiter drawn into a dangerous game of identity, risk, and consequence. As he navigates shifting loyalties and the thin line between survival and self-invention, his craft becomes more than a crime—it becomes a lens for examining what people value, what they fear, and what they are willing to become. With a tightly observed, psychologically driven narrative, the story explores themes of moral ambiguity, obsession, and the uneasy relationship between authenticity and performance. Yasushi Inoue’s distinctive style blends suspense with sharp social insight, creating a compelling portrait of a life lived at the margins of legality and legitimacy.
Available Editions
paperback
Pushkin Collection
Published Mar 10, 2015
145 pages
ISBN: 9781782270027
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Details
First Published
2014
Language
jpn
Translation
From: jpn
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Life of a Counterfeiter by Yasushi Inoue.