I know him, surely.
His first book for general public was 「ハーメルンの笛吹き男」.
I like it very much.
It brought the famous tale to life---real life.
Medieval villages and towns fascinates me.
阿部謹也さん's book may have something to do with their attraction.
Btw, which of his books did you read, Tori-san?