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Japanese Author Keigo Higashino Dies Aged 68
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Japanese Author Keigo Higashino Dies Aged 68

From Asharq Al-Awsat · () English

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News From a news agency Outcome reported
  • Acclaimed Japanese mystery author Keigo Higashino, known for works like "The Devotion of Suspect X," has died at the age of 68.
  • His publisher, Kodansha, announced his passing on July 23 due to colon cancer, noting his prolific career with over 100 books since 1985.
  • Higashino enjoyed a significant following across Asia, and his death prompted an outpouring of tributes from readers who credited his novels with profoundly influencing their lives.

Keigo Higashino, the celebrated Japanese author renowned for his intricate mystery novels, has passed away at the age of 68. His publisher, Kodansha, confirmed his death on Monday, stating that he died early on July 23 from colon cancer.

Author Keigo Higashino passed away due to colon cancer in the early morning of July 23. He was 68.

— KodanshaPublisher's statement announcing the author's death.

Since his debut in 1985, Higashino authored more than 100 books, many of which have been translated into numerous languages and adapted into popular television series and films. His works, including "The Devotion of Suspect X" and "Malice," garnered a substantial readership, particularly across Asia, with a significant following in China.

We believe the works he produced will continue to captivate many readers. Please continue to enjoy Mr. Higashino's novels.

— KodanshaPublisher's statement regarding the legacy of Higashino's work.

Kodansha released a statement expressing their condolences and acknowledging Higashino's lasting impact. "We believe the works he produced will continue to captivate many readers. Please continue to enjoy Mr. Higashino's novels," the publisher was quoted as saying by AFP. "We respectfully express our deepest condolences and hereby make this announcement."

Your 'Detective Galileo' series was the first novel I bought. Thank you very much for giving me the best reading experience ever.

— Japanese user on XA fan's tribute shared on social media.

The news of his death prompted a wave of tributes from fans worldwide. On social media platform X, one user shared, "Your 'Detective Galileo' series was the first novel I bought. Thank you very much for giving me the best reading experience ever." Another reader reflected on Higashino's influence, stating, "Ever since I took up Mr. Higashino's novel as a teen, my life as a book lover started. His novels stunned me, influenced me and made me experience a whole range of emotions. These are all treasures of mine."

Ever since I took up Mr. Higashino's novel as a teen, my life as a book lover started. His novels stunned me, influenced me and made me experience a whole range of emotions. These are all treasures of mine.

— A third user on XAnother fan's reflection on the author's impact.
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