I See You're Interested in Darkness

"I See You're Interested in Darkness" is a psychological thriller by Ukrainian author Illarion Pavliuk. The novel follows Andriy Gaister, a Kyiv-based criminal psychologist and former soldier, who is dispatched to the remote village of Buskiv Sad to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young girl. Upon arrival, he encounters a community steeped in apathy and secrecy, where a serial killer known as "The Beast" is rumored to roam. As Gaister delves deeper, he confronts not only the village's enigmatic inhabitants but also his own inner demons. The story weaves elements of mysticism and psychological depth, exploring themes of human indifference, internal darkness, and the quest for redemption.