Ryu Murakami's "Audition"

Ryu Murakami's "Audition".

Synopsis:

Documentary-maker Aoyama hasn't dated anyone in seven years since the death of his beloved wife, Ryoko. Now, even his teenage son, Shige suggests he should think about remarrying. One day, his best friend Yoshikawa comes up with a plan to hold fake film auditions so that he could choose a new bride. Aoyama decides to go along with the plan.

Of the thousands who apply, Aoyama only has eyes for Asami Yamasaki - a young, beautiful, delicate, and talented girl whose dreams of becoming a ballerina were cut short by an accident. Aoyama is infatuated by her despite learning about her turbulent past, which included consistent abuse as a child by her crippled stepfather.

Soon, Aoyama believes he is falling in love with her. Yoshikawa warns Aoyama that Asami may not be all that she seems, but Aoyama ignores him, seeing only the perfect woman he imagines Yamasaki Asami to be.

By the time Aoyama discovers the horrifying truth about his new girlfriend, it may be too late...

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This novel was adapted into a controversial movie in 1999 by director Takashi Miike. I'm not watching this movie; it's now an acclaimed cult movie. :S

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The scariest line ever: You're a liar. You only love me, right?