Island in a Puddle 4

Minato lives in a tiny apartment with his sister Nagisa, who he cares for. Their mother visits them at an amusement park, but when lightning strikes, Minato sees the corpse of a woman and an unfamiliar face reflected in the glass.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 11 October 2022
Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc

Minato's small apartment feels like an isolated island in the vast ocean, despite being in elementary school. The responsibility of caring for his younger sister, Nagisa, who constantly asks about their mother's frequent visits, rests heavily on his shoulders. During one of these visits, their mother takes them to an amusement park, where she unexpectedly hands Minato some cash and leaves them alone on a Ferris wheel. As the wheel reaches its peak, a sudden lightning strike causes a peculiar phenomenon. Instead of seeing his sister, Minato is confronted with the lifeless body of a woman, and an unfamiliar and menacing face stares back at him through the glass.

The shock and horror that washes over him are indescribable. Minato's mind races with questions and doubts, trying to make sense of what he is witnessing. He feels a deep sense of guilt and responsibility, as if he is somehow responsible for this tragic event.

As he struggles to process his emotions, Minato is drawn to the woman's corpse. He can't help but wonder who she was and why she ended up in this situation. He examines her belongings, trying to gather any clues that might shed light on her identity.

Meanwhile, Nagisa is left alone on the Ferris wheel, unaware of the danger that lurks just a few feet away. She is scared and confused, and she doesn't know what to do. She tries to call out for her brother, but her voice is lost in the wind.

Minato's heart races as he realizes he must act quickly to save his sister. He rushes off the Ferris wheel, searching for any sign of their mother or anyone who can help them.

After a long and frantic search, Minato finds their mother at the amusement park's entrance. She is distraught and doesn't know what to do. Minato explains what happened, and their mother realizes the gravity of the situation.

Together, they contact the authorities and report the incident. The police begin their investigation, and Minato is questioned extensively about what he saw and what he knew.

As the days pass, Minato becomes increasingly haunted by the image of the woman's face. He can't shake off the feeling that he is somehow connected to her fate. He spends hours researching and trying to piece together any information that might lead him to answers.

Finally, after weeks of tireless effort, Minato discovers the truth about the woman's death. It turns out that she was a victim of a serial killer who had been targeting women in the area. The killer had been using the Ferris wheel as a hunting ground, luring unsuspecting victims with promises of a thrilling ride.

Minato is devastated by the news, but he is also relieved that he was able to save his sister from becoming the killer's next victim. He is determined to do everything in his power to bring the killer to justice and prevent any further harm from coming to anyone else.

In the aftermath of the incident, Minato and Nagisa are reunited with their mother. They are all traumatized by the experience, but they are determined to move forward and build a better life for themselves. Minato becomes an advocate for women's safety and works tirelessly to raise awareness about the dangers of serial killers.

Through his courage and determination, Minato proves that even in the face of unimaginable tragedy, there is always hope for justice and healing. He inspires others to never give up and to always fight for what is right, even when it seems like all hope is lost.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 146 x 208 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781646514625