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Junji Ito
Junji Ito is a master of horror manga, and his work Uzumaki is a prime example of his unsettling and unforgettable style. If you enjoy truly disturbing and imaginative horror, you'll want to check out his stories.
Lovesickness
Synopsis
A mysterious and beautiful young man is linked to a series of suicides in a small town, drawing Ryusuke back to a place he thought he'd left behind. Ryusuke, who has his own secrets tied to the town, decides to investigate and capture the enigmatic figure. This collection features ten chilling tales from horror master Junji Ito, including the titular "Lovesickness.
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Characters
RyusukeProtagonist
The Beautiful BoyAntagonist
Frequently asked questions
Is this book a standalone story or part of a series?
The titular story, originally titled Shibito no Koiwazurai, is a self-contained five-part narrative that was first serialized in 1996, while the rest of the volume consists of unrelated short stories.
Does this book have any film adaptations?
The titular story was adapted into a live-action Japanese film titled Love Ghost, which was released in 2001.
Are there other titles for this work?
Before its official English release, the titular story was known by various fan-translated titles including Lovesick Dead and Undying Love.