The Cat In The Coffin by Mariko Koike
Set in Japan, this suspenseful novel weaves a tale of mystery and psychological tension as it follows the story of a young woman named Masayo, who becomes a live-in housekeeper for a reclusive artist and his daughter. The household is overshadowed by the presence of a beloved white cat, Lily, whose mysterious death sets off a chain of unsettling events. As Masayo becomes entangled in the family's secrets and the artist's obsessive love for his deceased wife, she must navigate a web of jealousy, betrayal, and hidden desires, ultimately uncovering dark truths that challenge her perceptions and threaten her safety.
- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- Japanese
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- Japanese
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