Rainbirds

Discover the haunting world of Rainbirds, the captivating debut novel by Clarissa Goenawan, published in 2019. Set in a fictional town near Tokyo, this gripping tale explores the journey of Ren Ishida, a graduate student at Keio University, who is thrust into a dark mystery following the brutal murder of his sister, Keiko. With no leads on her death, Ren travels to Akakawa to settle her affairs, grappling with the secrets of her life and the reasons behind her estrangement from the family.

Spanning 336 pages, Rainbirds masterfully intertwines themes of crime, loss, and self-discovery, making it a must-read for fans of mystery and detective fiction. Join Ren on his emotional quest as he uncovers the truth behind his sister's tragic fate and ultimately seeks to understand himself in the process.