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Island of Exiles: A Mystery of Ancient Japan Audiobook
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In I.J. Parker’s newest mystery set in eleventh-century Japan, Akitada disguises himself as a prisoner to solve the, murder of a prince As her audience grows with each evocative historical thriller featuring Sugawara Akitada, I. J. Parker returns with a gripping tale of political intrigue and cold-blooded murder in ancient Japan. When the exiled Prince Okisada, the most illustrious prisoner of the penal colony on Sado Island, is poisoned, Akitada is called upon by the emperor’s envoys to investigate incognito. Posing as a prisoner, he discovers a deadly conspiracy, only to fall into the hands of brutal guards and disappear. It falls to Tora, Akitada’s devoted assistant, to begin his own dangerous search of the island for his lost friend and the truth.
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"I almost read these out of order as I started with this one. Luckily, I figured out the publisher difference, and started with the right book, chronologically. Great series, the character of Akitada Sugawara is very likable. I wish there was another book to read in the series!"
— Tiffany (4 out of 5 stars)
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" The books of IJ Parker provide a window on a world gone by ... 11th century Japan. I'm just working my way through the Hollow Reed trilogy. "
— Mal, 1/6/2014 -
" Another sorry-to-be-finished-reading story. "
— Ed, 9/28/2013 -
" First read 1 November 2010, and read again August 2011. So far, still my favorite Sugawara Akitada book. "
— Alana, 9/11/2013 -
" So far I've enjoyed all of this series, which gets better and better. A plot that makes you think, an historical period and place which is rarely written about all make for a cracking read. "
— Graham, 5/10/2013 -
" Terrific novel! The setting in 11th century Japan is fascinating, as is intricate murder investigation. I would recommend it to both mystery fans and historical fiction fans. "
— Leslie, 5/7/2013 -
" Not too bad but does not hold a candle to Shogun or My Life As a Geisha . "
— Jerome, 4/22/2013 -
" OK, I'm a sucker for period mysteries. "
— Thaddeus, 10/24/2012 -
" This is the 5th book in the series of murder mysteries solved by Sugawara Akitada, a minor government official, in ancient Japan. The author, I.J.Parker has improved with practice and this story is a more interesting read than his earlier books "
— Debby, 11/7/2011 -
" "A mystery of 11th-century Japan" ... I really enjoyed this book for both the mystery plot and the historical aspects. "
— Betsie, 10/8/2010 -
" Another great book in this series. "
— Ed, 6/24/2010 -
" Had this book banging around the house for a while and decided in an idle moment to read it. It's quite good. I would read more of this 11th century Japanese detective if I come across more. "
— Dolores, 4/24/2010 -
" Even more different than Black Arrow. This one is almost entirely Akitada on his own. "
— Craig, 3/8/2010 -
" Amazingly good read. Reads very smoothly and has a great rhythm. Characters are believable, deep sympathetic and realistic. I highly recommend this book! "
— Pierre, 9/26/2009 -
" Meticulously crafted mystery set in 11th century Japan. You will learn a lot about the culture, and the ending will surprise you. "
— Joe, 9/23/2009
About I. J. Parker
I. J. Parker, winner of the Shamus Award for “Akitada’s First Case”, a short story published in 1999, lives in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She writes regularly for Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine.