Shimon Adaf One Mile and Two Days Before Sunset by Shimon Adaf (Paperback)

One Mile and Two Days Before Sunset by Shimon Adaf is a literary detective novel that delves into the complexities of identity, trauma, and the elusive nature of truth. Set in Tel Aviv, the story follows Elish Ben Zaken, a former philosophy student and rock critic turned private investigator. When renowned philosopher Yehuda Menuhin is found dead in an apparent suicide, Elish is drawn into a case that intertwines with the haunting legacy of Dalia Shushan, a gifted singer whose tragic death remains unsolved. As Elish navigates the gritty streets of the city, he confronts his own past and the philosophical questions that have long unsettled him. Adaf masterfully blends elements of noir with deep introspection, creating a narrative that is both a compelling mystery and a profound meditation on the human condition.