Apartment for Rent
By giddens ko, 九把刀
13 chapters
2006
Description
The story takes places in a strange and mysterious rental apartment house. Each tenant has their own unique features, interests and fetishes. The landlord is a useless bum who inherited the apartment house through sheer luck, in order to satisfy his own curiosity, he took on a set of unique personalities as tenants. He doesn’t want the hard-working well-behaved students, the office workers with steady incomes, or the simple families. He just wants “normal people” who fits certain criteria, has tendencies for abnormal behaviours, basically anyone who can satisfy his curiosity for the dark side of the human nature. As result he ended up with a PE teacher with a record for domestic violence, a university student who is a gaming addict, a divorcee with his angelic little girl, a mysterious writer, a gay couple, and an eye-candy. Eight tenants and a pe*verted Landlord, six rooms and a bunch of secrets, the potential of our human nature made it impossible to predict how much more secrets each room held.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- huashan literature and art publishing house
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Published Novel
Apartment for Rent Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Apartment for Rent
"Bizarre" is the first word that comes to mind after diving into "Apartment for Rent," and honestly, it's the most apt description. This novel isn't for the faint of heart, that's for sure. If you're looking for lighthearted fare, you're in the wrong place. This is a dark, twisted journey into the depths of human nature, and it's not afraid to get its hands dirty.
First Impressions
Right from the start, I was hooked by the premise. A landlord who spies on his tenants, not for simple voyeurism, but to observe their "true faces"? It's a compelling, if disturbing, concept. The initial chapters drew me in with the promise of a psychological thriller, and the unique character of the protagonist, who sees himself as a "director" orchestrating his tenants' lives, was immediately intriguing.
What Works Well
The novel's strength lies in its unflinching portrayal of the darker aspects of humanity. The author doesn't shy away from uncomfortable themes, and the characters, while often repulsive, are undeniably complex. I found myself captivated by the intricate web of relationships between the tenants and the landlord's machinations. The writing is clear and detailed, painting a vivid picture of the apartment building and its inhabitants. The pacing is well-managed, slowly revealing the landlord's "script" and the motivations behind his actions. The short length of the novel is a strength, allowing it to pack a punch without overstaying its welcome.
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Final Verdict
"Apartment for Rent" is a disturbing, thought-provoking, and ultimately unforgettable read. It's not for everyone, but if you're a fan of psychological thrillers and aren't afraid to confront the darker aspects of human nature, I highly recommend giving it a try. Just be prepared to feel a little dirty afterward. I'm giving it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
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