嘘解きレトリック [Usotoki Rhetoric]

From 2013 to 2018, Hakusensha published Usotoki Rhetoric, a ten-issue manga series that follows a young woman with the uncanny ability to detect lies, who partners with a sharp-witted detective in a small, atmospheric town. The series is best known for the delicate, character-driven storytelling of its creator, weaving mysteries that hinge on human emotion rather than elaborate tricks. Its concise, self-contained run offers a warm, satisfying blend of period charm and psychological insight, making it a quietly memorable entry in the detective genre.