Usotoki Rhetoric Volume 5

It is 1926, the first year of the Showa era. Kanoko, a girl who can hear lies, and impoverished but cunning detective Soma Iwai venture back to Kanoko’s hometown. Kanoko, who was chased out of her town for her ability, now comes face-to-face with her mother. But this homecoming is far from a warm reunion, stirring up long-buried family secrets and village tensions. A web of secrets unravels in a small town where truth is a dangerous weapon. As Kanoko and Soma delve into the mysteries of the town, they encounter a cast of characters with hidden motives and tangled pasts. Can Kanoko’s power guide them to the truth, or will the weight of long-held deceptions prove too heavy to bear? This volume promises a gripping blend of historical intrigue and supernatural suspense, perfect for fans of:

• Historical mystery manga
• Japanese detective stories
• Small-town secrets