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pillywiggin's review against another edition
4.0
While this is not as atmospheric as the Bangkok series, it was an enjoyable mystery, with an intriguing protagonist. Be forewarned--two or three parts of it are rather gory and vividly described. I do have some unanswered questions about a couple of the characters, but this does not bother me enough to keep me from recommending it to others.
johnday's review against another edition
3.0
Not as well written as his "Bangkok" books, but still an interesting story.
mj_trearty's review
4.0
Overall this is a very good thriller/historical fiction. The picture painted by his description of the city gives a real flavour of Hong Kong to the reader in a way you do not find in most thrillers which gloss over the location in favour of a fast moving plot. I like that it is different and pays homage to the country.
The thriller side of it is very intricate and well written but there is nothing stand out in terms of the thriller part. the stand out part is the exotic location and brilliant way that Burdett creates this flawed hero.
Highly recommended, unless you need a murder a minute thriller, then it may be too slow for you
The thriller side of it is very intricate and well written but there is nothing stand out in terms of the thriller part. the stand out part is the exotic location and brilliant way that Burdett creates this flawed hero.
Highly recommended, unless you need a murder a minute thriller, then it may be too slow for you
borisfeldman's review against another edition
4.0
Totally unlike Burdett's later Bangkok series. Clever, complex murder mystery. Very Hong Kong.
johnday's review against another edition
3.0
Not as well written as his "Bangkok" books, but still an interesting story.
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