The Pingkang Li Mysteries (2 books in series)
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English
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review 1: It's hard to believe that this series didn't receive greater accolades most likely due to the era/setting. I find that very disappointing since the author presents a well-developed world worthy of the story. You'll be drawn into the mystery, flipping page after page to discover w...
language
English
author
review 1: Although I've enjoyed Lin's other Chinese set historical romances, this mystery/romance series set in the "pleasure district" really cements my good opinion of her as an author. In particular, I like their decidedly feminist critical stance on the oft-romanticized position of the...