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Seeing as how it is still being translated it is not a true 5/5, but it is definitely above a 4. I am still waiting for this story to unfold to see where it goes, but I can see that this novel has a lot of potential. There's a lot of foreshadowing happening, and we are slowly peeling back what happened to the female lead.This criminal investigative novel features a female lead, captain of the Major Crimes Squad, and she is the cold and aloof one this time. The male lead is the one who persists in pursuing her. Their lives intertwined by chance, yet bound by a deeper understanding of the scars they carried. So far, it is exceptionally well-written, delving deeply into the complexities of human nature. I love how the writing is deeply evocative. The translation is also superb. Be warned, though: this novel is quite bitter and tackles many heavy topics, so trigger warnings apply.The characters, etched with the scars of their pasts, navigate a world filled with both beauty and desolation. Their stories, woven with threads of suffering and resilience, create a profoundly moving and unforgettable narrative.I understand why this novel is aptly named Crossroads. The choices each person makes in life determine the direction of their path. There is right and wrong, and sometimes a single decision can ripple through the rest of their life, often irreversibly. Yet, in moments of doubt and misdirection, may we encounter kindred spirits who guide us back to our true path. Life endures, whether bathed in light or shadow, and even the darkest shadows cast by sunlight become part of its radiant tapestry.