A dazzling jewel thief known only as the Black Lizard is as beautiful as she is dangerous. Brilliant, fearless, and always one step ahead, she sets her sights on a priceless diamond guarded by the wealthy Iwase family. But standing in her way is the sharp-eyed detective Kogoro Akechi, who has sworn to stop her no matter the cost.

What follows is a thrilling game of cat and mouse—full of disguises, secrets, and unexpected twists—where crime and desire dangerously intertwine.

The Black Lizard is a fast-paced, stylish mystery that shows why Edogawa Rampo is one of Japan’s most iconic masters of detective fiction.