In 'People Who Eat Darkness,' author Richard Lloyd Parry delivers a haunting exploration into the disappearance and tragic fate of Lucie Blackman in Tokyo. Lucie, a twenty-one-year-old British woman, vanished in the summer of 2000, leading to a high-profile investigation that spanned continents and captured global attention. As her family searches for answers amidst a maelstrom of media frenzy and cultural differences, the discovery of her remains uncovers dark truths about Tokyo's night scene, where Lucie worked as a hostess. Parry, with unique access to those closest to the case, weaves a compelling narrative that traverses the complexities of the Japanese legal system and delves into the psychology of the accused. The book serves as an indictment of societal neglect and the dangers that young women face, casting a perturbing light on humanity's depths.