The Burnings
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Taut and suspenseful, The Burnings is the second in a crime series set in contemporary Jakarta and featuring Inspektur Ruud Pujasumarta
Julian Lees Book order
January 1, 1967
Julian Lees crafts novels set in a captivating world where East meets West, drawing inspiration from his rich family history as a descendant of a Cossack officer. His fiction masterfully captures cross-cultural dynamics and dramatic narratives, immersing readers in compelling stories. Lees's writing is characterized by a flowing style and well-rounded characters, inviting readers to explore themes of female friendship, survival, and the enduring power of human connections across time and conflict.
- 2017
- 2017
The Bone Ritual
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Taut and suspenseful, The Bone Ritual is the first in a crime series set in contemporary Jakarta and featuring Inspektur Ruud Pujasumarta
- 2015
A beautiful facsimile edition of a classic book about Lanarkshire, based on the author's ramblings through the county in the 1920s and 30s.
- 2013
The House of Trembling Leaves
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Set against diverse backdrops from Cambridge to Malaysia and a Tibetan nunnery, the narrative explores the deep bonds of two mothers and their daughter amidst the turmoil of war and the struggle for survival. Central to the story is the theme of enduring friendship that weaves their lives together, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
- 2011
Explores the regulation of sexual behaviour and identity by nation states.
- 2010
The Fan Tan Players
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of Macao, Russia, the Scottish Highlands, and Hong Kong during the early to mid-20th century, this family saga weaves together themes of love, history, and adventure. With rich, evocative prose, it explores the challenges faced by its characters as they navigate a world filled with both opulence and adversity. The narrative promises an exotic journey through time and place, capturing the essence of a vibrant era.