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This series follows an unlikely partnership between a Chinese police inspector and an American attorney as they tackle complex crimes within the exotic backdrop of China. Their differing cultural perspectives and legal systems create compelling clashes as they unravel mysteries hidden beneath the surface. The stories offer a fascinating glimpse into the global world of crime and justice.

The Interior
Dragon bones
The Flower Net

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  1. 1

    The Flower Net

    • 340 pages
    • 12 hours of reading
    3.3(112)Add rating

    In the depths of a Beijing winter, during the twilight of Deng Xiaoping's rule, the U.S. ambassador's son is discovered dead, frozen in a lake. Simultaneously, off the coast of Southern California, Assistant U.S. Attorney David Stark uncovers the body of a Red Prince, a member of China's elite. The U.S. and Chinese governments suspect a connection between the two deaths and decide to collaborate for justice. In Beijing, David partners with the unconventional detective Liu Hulan. Their investigation, which ignites a strong attraction between them, takes them across China, revealing a complex web of human trafficking, drug trade, and governmental betrayal that stretches from the Forbidden City to Los Angeles. The narrative intricately portrays the stark beauty of Beijing and its landscapes, while also capturing the essence of two distinct cultures. The story paints a vivid picture of modern Chinese life amidst significant societal changes, blending murder and intrigue into a compelling thriller that both informs and entertains. Recognized as a finalist for the Edgar Award for Best First Mystery and a New York Times Notable Book, this work offers a rich exploration of a vast nation undergoing transformation.

    The Flower Net
  2. 2

    The Interior

    • 400 pages
    • 14 hours of reading
    3.6(207)Add rating

    The narrative explores a complex and enigmatic society where appearances can be deceiving. It delves into the lives of both peasants and aristocrats, revealing how they navigate the intricate social norms that govern their interactions and relationships. The portrayal highlights the subtle yet powerful influences that shape their experiences within this intriguing world.

    The Interior
  3. 3

    Dragon bones

    • 400 pages
    • 14 hours of reading
    3.7(3900)Add rating

    A farmer finds a corpse floating near the mouth of the Yangtze River. This isn't the first time a body has washed up on his little piece of land. He's seen girl babies. He's seen young women. But this body, despite its badly decomposed state, is easily identified as a foreigner by its red hair. David Stark, international attorney, and Liu Hulan, inspector for the Ministry of Public Security in Beijing, are assigned to the murder investigation. However it soon becomes clear that this is more than a simple case of homicide. The victim, an American archaeologist, is just one of several similar casualties at archaeological sites along the Yangtze. What's more, priceless artefacts are disappearing from these same sites, only to reappear outside China on the world's art market. As David and Hulan pick their way through the complex maze of politics they come to realise that what is at stake is the safety of both their homelands. And that their shadowy enemy will stop at nothing to gain its mysterious prize - China's Dragon Bones.

    Dragon bones